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La Paz is the capital of Baja California Sur, Mexico, and an important regional commercial center. Sourced with thanks from Wikipedia La Paz is a real Mexican city where 170,000 Mexicans live and work. It dedicates just a five block strip for tourist shops, restaurants and tours. Local business establishments intermingle with tourist stops and give the city a lived - in feeling. The romantic seaside walkway (the Malecon) is the vantage point for stunning sunsets and early morning walks. Relax on a waterside bench and enjoy the activity of local fishing boats and sailboats from around the world. La Paz is quickly establishing itself as Baja's eco-tourism center with a wide variety of tours offered by professionals dedicated to preserving the environment. Located on a large bay on the Sea of Cortes, La Paz is 137 miles by road north of the southern tip of the peninsula. Looking out from the downtown core you see the Mogote Peninsula with its many varieties of birds. Traveling north by water takes you to the wilderness islands of El Espiritu Santo, La Partida and Los Islotes. The islands are destinations for scuba divers, kayakers, fishermen, snorkelers, hikers and beach lovers. Ecologists work to keep these islands pristine so existing flora and fauna survive and so visitors can learn about the sea and enjoy the white sand beaches, the multi-colored cliffs and the sea life. La Paz was founded by Hernan Cortez on May 3, 1535 but the hostility of the environment forced him to retreat a year later. Other efforts to colonize the area brought Sabastian Vizcaino in 1596, Isidro de Atondo and Antillon in 1863, the Jesuits Juan de Ugarte and Jaime Bravo in 1720 and finally in 1811, Jose Espinoza who established the first permanent settlement that turned La Paz into the capital of Baja California Sur in 1830. La Paz is one of the favorite beach areas for Mexican and foreign visitors. Its international fishing tournaments are famous. Scuba diving, yachting, sailing and ecotourism trips to the islands enchant the visitors but it is the beaches that keep people coming back. Although situated on a lovely long beach, the best beaches for swimming and sunbathing are found north of the city on the road to Tecolote. Playa Palmira, Playa el Coromuel, Playa el Caimancito, Playa del Tesoro, Playa Pichilingue, Playa Balandra, Playa el Tecolote and Playa el Coyote are havens for the beach lover. Some have washrooms and restaurants. The city holds several annual events including Carnaval held for six days before Ash Wednesday, Fiesta de La Paz, held May 3rd to celebrate the founding of the city. Fishing competitions, jet ski races and the Nautical Cup also take in La Paz. Sourced with thanks from Baja Travel Guide book La Paz

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    May 28th, 19:01

  • bibliaenlinea

    La paz os dejo, mi paz os doy; yo no os la doy como el mundo la da. No se turbe vuestro corazón, ni tenga miedo. Jn.14:27

    Yesterday, 14:01

  • CristoEnTi

    "Hoy vivo en la paz de Dios."

    Yesterday, 13:45

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    Today, 07:26

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    Today, 07:26

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    Today, 07:26

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    la propuesta del expresidente en marco para la paz abre puerta a la impunidad. http://t.co/MAPn7w86

    Today, 07:26

  • marielita_paz

    No me cae muy bien la doctora Cordero, pero que atinados todos sus comentarios hoy en mentiras verdaderas

    Today, 07:26

  • lizardopati

    RT @AlvaroUribeVel: Marco para la Paz y Fuero Militar, con senadores de la U, Comisión Primera del Senado (29 de Mayo del 2012) - http://t.co/KjJI4q7d

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    Today, 07:26

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    Today, 07:26

  • moreback2

    RT @accion_poetica: ‎''No hay camino para la paz, la paz es el camino.'' Ghandi.

    Today, 07:25

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    Es cuando comprendo que Dios es la mayor paz.

    Today, 07:25

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    #Correo > #Politica Más de 30 mil almas le dijeron sí a la paz y al diálogo: Cajamarca le dijo no a la intransig... http://t.co/v7ASH93D

    Today, 07:25

  • JosePuenteLeon

    EL MOVIMIENTO POR LA PAZ CON JUSTICIA Y DIGNIDAD, HA REALIZADO OTRO GRANDIOSO ENCUENTRO, >"DIALOGOS POR LA PAZ EN EL ALCÁZAR DE CHAPULTEPEC<

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Featured Businesses and Services in La Paz

  • Las Palmas Restaurant

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    “Las Palmas” Restaurant Our restaurant is known for its first-class service, offering our guests cuisine inspired by Southern California style. “Las Palmas” is the gathering place for those who en...

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  • Club El Moro

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Welcome to Club El Moro With its Moorish architecture, its wide gardens, jacuzzi, pool, palapa bar and amenities, Club El Moro is a perfect spot for visiting and enjoying the marina and harbor of beautiful La Paz. La Paz: a city far away from the traff...

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Other Businesses and Services in La Paz

  • Hotel Perla

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    The first hotel in La Paz, the Hotel Perla was founded in 1940. As always, we are awaiting your arrival with our best smile. The Hotel Perla has long been the hotel of choice for visitors to La Paz. Our great location, right in the heart of the city, m...

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  • Seascape Charters

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Seascape is a 41' Morgan "Out Island" ketch. She is a "fun" sailboat with lots of room inside and a big deck. You have a wide choice of "toys"to take out to the islands; kayaks, fishing kayaks, a laser, and a Boston Whaler. The islands near La Paz where...

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  • Terraza Restaurant & Bar

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Terraza Restaurant & Bar The Terraza is a great restaurant with a wonderful ocean view that specializes in international cuisine. We are known for our delicious and hearty breakfasts, so start your day with a wonderful view and a cool breeze off of the ...

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  • Mar Y Aventuras

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Mar Y Aventuras is Spanish for Sea and Adventures. We offer sea kayaking and whale watching expeditions from La Paz and Loreto, Baja California, Mexico focusing on natural and cultural history, wildlife encounters and delicious regional food operated with...

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  • Hotel La Concha Beach Club Resort

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Hotel La Concha Beach Resort is a beach hotel located in the city of La Paz. It offers a mellow atmosphere by the Sea of Cortez and is located only 10 minutes from the downtown area. Our hotel has 92 rooms with ocean views, all equipped with air-conditi...

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  • Hotel Mediterrane

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Hotel Mediterrane, an intimate Inn on the great Bay of La Paz offers nine individually designed and decorated units. All the sunlit studio suites are gathered round a palm fringed courtyard, just a few yards walking from the Malecon, in the center of the...

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  • Grupo Fun Baja

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    At Grupo Fun Baja OUR SERVICES ARE: Scuba Diving (day trip & camping) Airport transfers, kayaking, snorkeling, Whale watching (jan 15-Mar30th) and Full packages with hotel accomodation. SNORKELING & KAYAKING TOUR For an unforgettable EXPERIENCE of your...

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  • La Pazta

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    The Hotel Mediterrane with its Greek Islands atmosphere echoes the mood of its restaurant, La Pazta, where friends gather to enjoy Italian and Swiss cuisine, service is multilingual, the flavors international. We serve fresh homemade Pasta made to your o...

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  • La Casa Jalisco

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    The La Casa Jalisco hotel is a beautiful Frank Lloyd Wright-styled mansion. Its ten large rooms will sleep up to 26 guests in quiet comfort, and each has a private balcony and large, modern bathroom with built-in tub. All rooms have free Wi-Fi Internet s...

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  • Posada LunaSol

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Posada LunaSol is a quaint Mexican Inn, reasonably priced and located in a quiet and safe neighborhood one half block from La Paz Bay within short walking distance to the Malecon (waterfront boardwalk) and downtown. It has a warm friendly atmosphere where...

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  • Tailhunter International

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    Tailhunter International - Jacques Cousteau call the Sea of Cortez the "Aquarium of the World" with more than 700 species of fish and La Paz, in Baja California Mexico is your gateway to your next sportfishing or adventure vacation. With our sunshine... b...

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  • The Cortez Club (2008-10-09)

    Located in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Baja California Sur, Mexico

    The Cortez Club

    Take your skills to a new level as a National Geographic Diver, with The Cortez Club in La Paz learn to observe and explore like an underwater scientist.

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