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Cultural region of Mexico
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Northern Mexico is a vast region bordering the United States of America with mountainous areas, vast deserts, and bustling border towns. The north is sometimes referred to as "unknown Mexico" or "lost Mexico" because it is ignored by the vast majority of tourists.
By bus
Buses are an economical way to cross the border and many options are available.S.
Northern Mexico has the best highway system in the country. Additionally, the area's sparse population means heavy traffic congestion is seldom an issue (outside of the Monterrey area and at busy border crossings).
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large bustling city, capital of the state of Chihuahua, starting point for the famous Chepe train through the Copper Canyon. Second largest city in northern Mexico.
sprawling border town and home to the original "burrito".
Creel is a city of 4,400 people (2015) in the Sierra Tarahumara in Chihuahua state. Tourism is the primary industry because it is close to the Copper Canyon and to Basaseachic Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Mexico.
a colonial city, capital of the state with the same name, it has a moderate climate and a growing economy.
lively beach resort with a beautiful historic center, known for its long malecon, fresh shrimp and Pacifico beer
a large, vibrant, modern city, it is the center of industry in Mexico. Largest city in northern Mexico.
originally called "Rocky Point" by the British, it is the nearest beach resort to Arizona.
small city with colonial charm, capital of the state of Coahuila.
lively port city on the Gulf of Mexico.
Copper Canyon (Spanish: Barranca del Cobre) is a canyon system in the Sierra Tarahumara in the southwestern part of the state of Chihuahua in Mexico. There are many ways to explore Copper Canyon such as hiking, biking, driving or horseback riding.
protected nature preserve with unique desert oasis ecosystem. Snorkeling and swimming is allowed in some pools.
unusual subtropical rain forest in southern Tamaulipas, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
the largest island in Mexico, located in the Sea of Cortez and a part of the state of Sonora
archaeological site at Casas Grandes in a remote area of Chihuahua. Related to Pueblo culture of the southwestern United States
Maderas del Carmen Biosphere Reserve (Parque Nacional Maderas del Carmen) is a protected natural area in Northern Mexico adjacent to Big Bend National Park. It is a large area of dramatic mountainous scenery and desert landscapes that is considered a vital biological corridor for North American wildlife.
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