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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
of tourists, but the pace in
these smaller cities is slower
than in Acapulco, and the
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The city can be seen behind the
cliffs of Acapulco. This important
city in Guerrero is a popular tourist
destination.