“Place where the old God prevails”
Population: 550,000
Size: 2,110 square miles
Location: southwest Mexico
Borders: Pacific Ocean and the states of Jalisco
and Michoacan
Important cities/sites within the state: Colima (capital), Manzanillo
and the volcanos of Colima
Major airports: Colima Airport (CLQ), Playa de
Oro Intl aka Manzanillo International Airport (ZLO)
Time zone: Central Standard Time
Web site: www.visitacolima.com.mx
Colima is a small state on the western part of Mexico
bordered by Jalisco, Michoacan and the Pacific Ocean. The state’s
unique history and contemporary tourist facilities make it a one-of-a-kind
destination for a variety of recreational activities.
Colima features numerous attractions and beautiful
settings, including the Villa de Alvarez, Comala, Suchitlan, Nevado
de Colima National Park, Volcan de Fuego and Queseria Tecoman. It
also offers splendid beaches such as Manzanillo, the world capital
of sport fishing, and several impressive archeological sites such
as El Chanal and La Campana.
Today, Colima is primarily known for its regional
year-round fiestas, fresh seafood and exotic local beverages. Its
cities perfectly embody the state’s festive atmosphere in
its colorful streets, local hospitality and top-quality tourist
facilities. Its peaceful bays and sophisticated port infrastructure
have made it one of the major tourist destinations and sea harbors
on Mexico’s west coast, offering a variety of activities ranging
from beach lounging and snorkeling to guided safaris of the Tlacota
Tropical Rainsforest, to name a few. Colima's capital, the port
city of Manzanillo, has been referred to as the sailfish capital
of the world due to the large number of sailfish caught in its waters,
hosting an annual sailfish tournament every year in November.
Travelers interested in adventure tourism can also
enjoy a variety of options in the state – from kayaking in
bay waters and driving through tropical forests, to discovering
the hidden secrets of pre-historic caves, Colima offers it all.
Colima´s fascinating archaeological sites,
stunning colonial architecture and beautiful 19th-century buildings
are ideal for an entertaining, active vacation destination.
Destinations within this state:
Manzanillo
Location: Colima State, Pacific
coast, western Mexico
Distance from Mexico City: 350 miles west
Population: 130,000
Closest major airport: Playa de Oro Intl. aka Manzanillo
Intl. Airport (ZLO)
Time zone: Central Standard Time
Named after the many fruit trees in its forests,
Manzanillo is a charming city full of festive streets, friendly
people, beautiful landscapes and outstanding...
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