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still exist. Purépeche music, dances, and art are still common in Michoacán, and the language continues to be spoken in some of the smaller villages. Morelia, the capital city of Michoacán, is full of both colonial elegance and markets designed to appeal to tourists. The surrounding land has become a productive agricultural area. The abundant rain, mild temperatures, and rich, red soil yield enormous corn harvests. Former Mexican president Felipe Calderón, who served from 2006 to 2012, was born in Morelia. Guerrero As you continue your journey south along the Pacific Coast, you will enter the state of Guerrero, home to one of Mexico’s most famous cities—Acapulco. Tourism is a thriving industry in this state, as visitors from all over the world flock here to enjoy the warm weather, elegant resorts, and beautiful beaches. Other cities like Taxco and Ixtapa also attract their share

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of tourists, but the pace in these smaller cities is slower than in Acapulco, and the

The city can be seen behind the cliffs of Acapulco. This important city in Guerrero is a popular tourist destination.