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Puerto Escondido Oaxaca.
Puerto Escondido, rather than beaches, is located on the coast of Oaxaca state, 249 km south of the state capital. Its climate is warm sub-humid, with rain in summer and mean annual temperature of 28 ° C. Among its many attractions, this destination offers a remarkable set of beaches with blue-green waters and fine sand framed by lush vegetation, perfect for practicing a variety of water activities.
Among them, highlights Zicaleta, site of an international tournament of Main Beach Surf and where there is an important event in sport fishing in the month of November. In its vicinity are natural areas such as the National Park Lagunas de Chacahua, a lagoon that is home to a large diversity of flora as mangroves, nesting sites of endemic species of crocodiles, iguanas and various exotic birds and songbirds.
On the beach Mazunte can visit the Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga, an institution dedicated to research and preservation of the different variants of this species. In Puerto Escondido can savor the delicious combinations of fish and seafood in addition to the pleasures of the kitchen as the Oaxacan mole and fresh cheeses. He may also meet regional traditions concerning the cult of "Our Lady of Juquila," artisanal work in black coral and shells, in addition to the alternative of night entertainment: restaurants, bars and dens, located opposite the beach, where the party is lasts until dawn.
Among them, highlights Zicaleta, site of an international tournament of Main Beach Surf and where there is an important event in sport fishing in the month of November. In its vicinity are natural areas such as the National Park Lagunas de Chacahua, a lagoon that is home to a large diversity of flora as mangroves, nesting sites of endemic species of crocodiles, iguanas and various exotic birds and songbirds.
On the beach Mazunte can visit the Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga, an institution dedicated to research and preservation of the different variants of this species. In Puerto Escondido can savor the delicious combinations of fish and seafood in addition to the pleasures of the kitchen as the Oaxacan mole and fresh cheeses. He may also meet regional traditions concerning the cult of "Our Lady of Juquila," artisanal work in black coral and shells, in addition to the alternative of night entertainment: restaurants, bars and dens, located opposite the beach, where the party is lasts until dawn.
NEIGHBORHOOD, ROADS, PLACES AND HIGHLIGHTS
Route to Puerto Angel. Leaving Puerto Escondido, take the No. coastal road. 200 in a westerly direction, 20 km ahead you will find the town of Ventanilla, whose community makes a great work ecotourism to assist in the reforestation of its area of mangrove forests and the conservation of the natural habitat of the crocodile. From here continue on the same road until you reach Mazunte, 49 km below, where the Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga, dedicated to studying and protecting sea turtles, the place has a hatchery for restocking of these animals. 7 km later come to Puerto Angel, one of the most beautiful bays of Oaxaca, comprising a set of crystalline beaches of blue-green water, as the mouthpiece, La Mina and Ixtacahuite of different waves, surrounded by lush vegetation on cliffs , Which may carry out activities such as swimming, fishing, diving and snorkeling.
BEACHES
The beaches of Puerto Escondido offers the opportunity to enjoy crystal-clear water and fine sand, as well as numerous sporting activities, including recognized surfing and fishing tournaments.
Bacocho beach. It is located west of Puerto Escondido. This extensive beach in temperate waters and moderate swell is divided into three sections by large rock formations. In the surrounding area may also travel from the lush vegetation surrounding the bay.
Playa Carrizalillo. It is located southwest of Puerto Escondido. This beach of approximately 140 m in length, consists of a coastline of white sand that contrasts with the blue-green hues of its waters. It is a sea of gentle waves, suitable for children.
Beach Mariners. It is located east of Puerto Escondido. It is a beach 200 m. long, with sand-colored gray, yet soft and green-blue waters. Its strong waves makes it ideal for sports such as surfing.
Main Beach. It is located south of Puerto Escondido. This beach 500 m long, warm water and moderate swell gives you the opportunity to rent boats to take a stroll by the bay.
Zicatela beach. It is located southeast of Puerto Escondido. It is a beach to the open sea very long, sandy slope and strong that favors sports acuáticos.Aquí can walk along its coastline, enjoy beautiful scenery, and it can go swimming.
Puerto Angelito. It is located south of Puerto Escondido. This is the most visited beach across the bay, in addition to its tranquil environment and its temperate waters, with service providers to provide the equipment necessary to practice water sports like snorkeling.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
In Puerto Escondido meet notable examples of the creativity of the craftsmen Oaxaca, such as textiles of various materials, work in shell and black coral, as well as objects of harness bags, wallets, belts, hats, huaraches, among many others who may get in the tianguis and crafts markets located in the Walker Perez Gasca and in the streets 9 North and 4 Poniente.
FESTIVALS AND TRADITIONS
Among the most important festivals in Puerto Escondido is the Carnival, which takes place during the three days preceding the "Ash Wednesday", covering such activities as symbolic ceremonies of coronation of Kings Kids, and the Joy of Queen's Carnival, and parades of masked men. Other festivals are the "Feasts of November," which are accompanied by music and dance competitions in addition to cultural and sporting events such as tournaments and the International Fishing contest
EXTREME SPORTS
Puerto Escondido also offers places where you have the opportunity to perform and tandem parachute jumps, both with trained instructors.
Zicatela beach. It is located southeast of Puerto Escondido. It is a beach to the open sea very long, sandy slope and strong that favors sports acuáticos.Aquí find instructors and providers that offer their services to practice parachuting or enjoy exhibits Jumping over 4000 m.
Bacocho beach. It is located west of Puerto Escondido. Here you will rejoice with the experience of flying in tandem with an experienced instructor who will accompany him and give him instructions on how to plan.
ECOTOURISM
In the vicinity of Puerto Escondido natural areas where you will see some of the great variety of flora and fauna that characterize this region of southern Oaxaca.
Lagunas de Chacahua National Park. It is located 90 km west of Puerto Escondido by the federal highway No.. 200. This protected area of 14.187 ha. is covered by lush vegetation of mangroves and six different types of forest in which observe various species of endemic fauna, among which 6 different species of turtles, as well as a den of alligators and iguanas.
Manialtepec lagoon. It is located 16 km west of Puerto Escondido, for the federal highway No.. 200. It is a body of water of 8 km in length, surrounded by mangroves and a variety of vegetation. Here you can observe various colonies of water birds like cormorants and Anhinga, as well as songbirds and iguanas.
Mazunte. It is located 50 km east of Puerto Escondido, for the federal highway No.. 200. In this place can see examples of forest vegetation medium, as well as more than 20 species of trees and mangroves. It may also observe sea turtles while spawn on the beach and participate in the activities of the Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga, dedicated to the study and protection of this endangered species.
SURF
Puerto Escondido has excellent choices for surfing, the waves reached heights of up to 6 m.
Zicatela beach. It is located southeast of Puerto Escondido. It is a beach to the open sea very long, sandy slope and strong that favors sports acuáticos.En this site the waves rise up to 6 meters high, so it has become headquarters of the International Surfing Championship.
Beach Mariners. It is located east of Puerto Escondido.Este site has a strong wave which makes it one of the best ways to surf.
NIGHT LIFE
Puerto Escondido is distinguished by being a place where the nightlife is essentially to walk its beaches or visit the various handicraft shops in the city, but the port also offers a select offering of bars where you can enjoy the company of friends and the warm nights of the Pacific, especially in establishments that are in the Walker or the Perez Gasca Blvd. Benito Juárez
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TOURIST SERVICES
Puerto Escondido communicates -249 km north-with the city of Oaxaca, the state capital of the same name by the federal highway No.. 135; with Bays of Huatulco -119 km east-by the federal highway No.. 200; and the port of Acapulco in the state of Guerrero -402 km to the west in the state of Guerrero, by the federal highway No.. 200. It has a central bus which receives transport lines Estrella Blanca, Oaxaca-Istmo and Christopher Columbus, as well as a domestic airport where they operate airlines Aeromexico, Mexicana, Aviacasa and Aerocaribe.
National Airport to Puerto Escondido. It is located at km 6.5 of the No. Coast Road. 200. Tel.: (954) 582 0491 and (954) 582 3317.
Central truckers. It is located at Av. Hidalgo and East streets 1.
NUMBERS OF SERVICES
Delegation of Tourism. Tel.: (954) 514 0570 and (954) 516 0717.
Captain of the Port. Tel.: (954) 582 2290 and (954) 58 20739.
Red Cross. Tel.: (954) 582 0550.
Relief road "Green Angels". Tel.: 078
Puerto Escondido communicates -249 km north-with the city of Oaxaca, the state capital of the same name by the federal highway No.. 135; with Bays of Huatulco -119 km east-by the federal highway No.. 200; and the port of Acapulco in the state of Guerrero -402 km to the west in the state of Guerrero, by the federal highway No.. 200. It has a central bus which receives transport lines Estrella Blanca, Oaxaca-Istmo and Christopher Columbus, as well as a domestic airport where they operate airlines Aeromexico, Mexicana, Aviacasa and Aerocaribe.
National Airport to Puerto Escondido. It is located at km 6.5 of the No. Coast Road. 200. Tel.: (954) 582 0491 and (954) 582 3317.
Central truckers. It is located at Av. Hidalgo and East streets 1.
NUMBERS OF SERVICES
Delegation of Tourism. Tel.: (954) 514 0570 and (954) 516 0717.
Captain of the Port. Tel.: (954) 582 2290 and (954) 58 20739.
Red Cross. Tel.: (954) 582 0550.
Relief road "Green Angels". Tel.: 078