Baja California is a state with a great diversity of coasts surrounded by the waters of the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean. This state is supported by many economic sectors and is positioned for growth.
The state is bordered by California, Arizona, Sonora and Baja California Sur. It is 71,778 km2, 1,380 km of which runs along the coasts. 740 km are on the Pacific side and 640 km are on the Gulf of California. The major cities in Baja California are the border metropolis of Tijuana, the port of Ensenada, the brewing city of Tecate and Mexicali, the state’s capital.
The economic activity in the state is varied due to the defined industries in its major cities. Tijuana, for example, is the largest city in the state and one of the largest cities in the country. Its long border is equipped with a very strong “maquiladora” (duty-free imports) industry that has become an economic pillar for the city. On the other hand, Ensenada is an important commercial port for cruise ships from all over the world. Fishing is also a large revenue generator. Rosarito and San Felipe beaches are also important tourist destinations that receive thousands of visitors year after year. Tecate is famous for its brewery and beer of the same name. The border city of Mexicali is supported by agriculture and manufacturing.
One of the principle characteristics of the state is its ample wine production. The valleys of Guadalupe, Calafia and San Antonio de las Minas are the most prosperous regions and have an interesting wine tour. Some wineries located in this area include Domecq, L.A. Cetto, Chateâu Camou, Monte Xanic and Santo Tomás. Around this rich land are many attractive tourist spots like La Higuerilla, Salto de Agua, Aguas Termales (Hot Springs), Arroyo de Guadalupe waterfall, La Tortuga, Siñaw Kuatay/San Antonio Nécua Art Center, L’Ave Ranch, Ecuestre Cucapá Ranch, el Cerrito Ranch, Cuesta Mar Ranch, María Teresa Ranch, Morteros Gigantes/San José de la Zorra, Morteros Gigantes de San Antonio Nécua, the old mining town in San Antonio, Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Mission, Casas Molokanes, Rock/Cave Drawings, the Russian Cemetary, INAH Community History Museum and the Guadalupe Valley Russian Community Museum.
Other important tourist routes that cross the state are the Ecotourism Adventure route, the Pacific and Sea of Cortez route, the Rural route and the Mission route where you can retrace the steps of the Franciscan, Dominican and Jesuit missionaries that brought their teachings to the peninsula against all odds.
Baja California has impressive resorts, wonderful tourist services and a very amiable population. Baja California is waiting for you!
