The 2nd biggest city in Mexico, Guadalajara is the ideal place to dive into Mexican culture and traditions.
My suggestion
Relax, have lunch in the market, and get used to the crowds of people you see in the place.
David Debrincat
Seasoned Traveller
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Guadalajara (easier to write than pronounce) is the capital city of the state of Jalisco, which lies midway up Mexico's west coast. It's the last large city you encounter before heading into the less populated areas in the north.
My suggestion
Guadalajara is enlivened by a festive atmosphere all year round. The most exhilarating and exciting events take place in October.
Keen to discover the northern region of Mexico? The Nuevo León, as well as Coahuila are two regions housing cities to see, when going on a visit to the north of Mexico. In fact, Monterrey and Saltillo have several attractions.
The north and south are two different worlds, not only in terms of their landscape but also their economic structures. On this one strip of land fierce industrialization contrasts with a laid back tourist lifestyle.
I guarantee that hopping on the El Chepe train will be a unique adventure in the north-west of Mexico. As the kilometres go by, incredible landscapes will pass before your eyes, don't miss the train!