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  Jalisco
Jalisco has not only one of the most popular dances in Mexico but it is a symbol of the Mexican folkloric dance.
Jalisco is also well known for its Mariachi music that goes around the world playing songs like "El Jarabe Tapatio", "El Son de la Negra", and "Cielito Lindo" among others.
Jalisco, as most of Mexico states, uses different attires for its dance.
www.csun.edu /~ballet/jalisco.htm   (250 words)

  
 Jalisco, Mexico
Article 3.- The coat-of-arms of the State of Jalisco will be used with due respect by the dependencies of government and by the social groups that represent the entity, inside and outside the national territory, as well as by the citizens of Jalisco in general.
It was, at first, a small flag that the businessmen of Jalisco gave to the Governor, of the opposing party PAN (Party colours: blue and white); this one supported the project and passed it to the Congress' Legal Director, Mr.
This is the flag of the former Viceroyalty of Nueva (New) Galicia (present-day Jalisco).
www.fotw.net /flags/mx-jal.html   (1553 words)

  
 Barra de Navidad, Jalisco
A long curving beach extends the full length of the town and continues across neighboring Melaque.
Restaurant Felix On Jalisco across from the church.
Malecón This structure at the end of the Barra de Navidad Peninsula forms one side of the channel between Bahía de Navidad and the Laguna Navidad.
www.tomzap.com /barra.html   (2521 words)

  
  HISTORY OF MARIACHI - JALISCO, MEXICO -
The mariachi originated in the southern part of the state of Jalisco sometime in the 19th century.
One of the most popular of these was San Pedro Tlaquepaque in the state of Jalisco, a fashionable place for the residents of Guadalajara to spend their summers.
Since they were playing for a fee they were forced to add new elements to their music and to expand their repertoire to include waltzes and polkas.
www.mexconnect.com /mex_/guadalajara/marhis.html   (857 words)

  
  The Dispatch - Serving the Lexington, NC - News   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Jalisco is one of the states of the United Mexican States (Mexico).
Jalisco is known for being the birthplace of Mariachi music and Tequila.
The state of Jalisco borders the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the states of Nayarit to the north west, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, San Luis Potosí to the north, Guanajuato to the east, and Colima and Michoacán to the south.
www.the-dispatch.com /apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=NEWS&template=wiki&text=Jalisco   (317 words)

  
 Maryland Sister State - culture of Jalisco Mexico
Jalisco was the site of the Christian war in 1926, which originated with the resistance of the Catholics to the articles of the Mexican Constitution that they restrict their religious activities, as well as to the measures taken by the President Calles for their strict execution.
Jalisco is known for important artists recognized around the world: José Clemente Orozco, Luis Barragán, Juan Rulfo, and Dr. Atl, to name a few.
Jalisco is also known for the American community at Lake Chappalla, one of the largest communities of American retirees outside the United States.
www.sos.state.md.us /international/MDSS/JaliscoCulture.htm   (364 words)

  
 The Hispanic Experience - The History of Jalisco
Jalisco, located in the west central part of the Mexican Republic, is the sixth largest of Mexico's thirty-one states.
The name "Jalisco" is believed to be derived from the Nahuatl words "xalli" (sand, gravel) and "ixtli," which means "face," or by extension, plane.
Jalisco remained, for the duration of the war, a stronghold of periodic insurgent activity.
www.houstonculture.org /hispanic/jalisco.html   (2734 words)

  
 sports history - Jalisco
Jalisco is one of the 31 states of the United Mexican States (Mexico).
Jalisco has an area of about 79,085 km² (some municipalities are currently being disputed with neighboring states).
Jalisco borders the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the states of Nayarit to the north west, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, San Luis Potosí to the north, Guanajuato to the east, and Colima and Michoacán to the south.
www.sportsfactbook.com /history/Jalisco   (171 words)

  
 History of Mexico - Indigenous Jalisco
However, the Jalisco of colonial Mexico was not an individual political entity but part of the Spanish province of Nueva Galicia, which embraced some 180,000 kilometers ranging from the Pacific Ocean to the foothills of the Sierra Madre Occidental.
The fourth cause of depopulation and displacement of the Jalisco Indians was contagious disease.
The Coca Indians inhabited portions of central Jalisco, in the vicinity of Guadalajara and Lake Chapala.
www.houstonculture.org /mexico/jalisco_indig.html   (3766 words)

  
 The State of Jalisco, Mexico
The central-western state of Jalisco, Mexico is bounded by the states of Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Colima and Michoacan, with a Pacific coastline extension of some 280 kms.
Jalisco's indigenous population consists principally of Huicholes, Coras and Tepehuanes who, for the most part, still conserve their native languages and colorful dress.
Jalisco's capital is the buzzing metropolis of Guadalajara - a mix of colonial splendor and modernity.
www.surf-mexico.com /states/Jalisco   (265 words)

  
 THE HORSE MAGAZINE
Jalisco was bought as a two year old by Henriette Van Riemsdijk – later to become the wife of French breeding expert, Arnaud Evain.
While Jalisco was in her possession, she was advised by Ferdinand Leredde only to breed her stallion to mares with performance or breeding.
By 1995, Jalisco was number one on the WBFSH rankings with eight horses competing at the highest international level.
www.horsemagazine.com /BREEDINGBARN/GREAT_STALLIONS/jalisco/jalisco.html   (495 words)

  
 RIU Jalisco Puerto Vallarta
Overlooking the bronze sands of Mexico’s Pacific coast is the Riu Jalisco all inclusive resort.
Riu Jalisco features stunning palatial architecture and alluring freshwater lagoons, causing this all inclusive to stand as a pearl in the Puerto Vallarta region.
When all is said and done within the walls of Riu Jalisco, the city of Puerto Vallarta holds a world of cultural experiences and an engaging nightlife.
www.allinclusiveoutlet.com /vacations/resorts/riu/riu-jalisco   (569 words)

  
 Geography. Jalisco
Jalisco is one of the 31 states of the Mexican Republic; its capital city is Guadalajara.
It is situated in the center of the Mexican Republic, and is bordered by the states of Nayarit, Durango, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Michoacán, Colima, and by the Pacific Ocean.
The climate may be also modified by factors such as the closeness of the ocean, rivers or lagoons, the relief of the land, and the altitude or height above sea level.
www.elbalero.gob.mx /kids/explora/html/jalisco/geografia.html   (176 words)

  
 Tequila: In Search of the Blue Agave. Part 6 of 14: Jalisco: tequila country   (Site not responding. Last check: )
equila is produced mostly in the western Mexican state of Jalisco, appropriately around the town of Tequila, a small town about 35 miles (56 km) west of the capital, Guadalajara, on Hwy 15.
It was named the capital of its district in 1570 as it began to grow and develop its agricultural economy.
The area was named as the 12th district of Jalisco in 1872, and two years later, the town finally became a city in 1874.
www.ianchadwick.com /tequila/country.html   (972 words)

  
 Jalisco — Infoplease.com
Jalisco is dominated by the southern end of the Sierra Madre Occidental and the western extremity of the chain of volcanic mountains extending across central Mexico.
The hot, tropical plains of the coast are broken by spurs of the Sierra, and most of the eastern part of the state lies within the central plateau.
Jalisco lows: After a strong run over the past several years, tequila's home state is adjusting to rougher economic times for its......
www.infoplease.com /ce6/world/A0825902.html   (412 words)

  
 Jalisco Vacation Rentals. Condos, houses, villas, and more.
Our Jalisco vacation page is designed to provide the most relevant information to vacationers.
Jalisco is a great destination to enjoy a ScenicRentals vacation property.
Be the first to share your experience in Jalisco and give suggestions for new travelers to the region.
www.scenicrentals.com /vacation-rentals/1026/Mexico/Jalisco   (265 words)

  
 Jalisco, Mexico
The state of Jalisco is bounded on the north by Zacatecas and Aguascalientes, on the west by Nayarit and the Pacific, on the south by Colima and Michoacán and on the east by Guanajuato.
The pre-Columbian history of Jalisco (Náhuatl: "place in front of the sand") began in the Pre-Classic period and continued in the Classic.
In 1889 Jalisco gave up part of its coastal territory, including the town of Tepic, and this developed into the state of Nayarit.
www.planetware.com /mexico/jalisco-mex-jal-jal.htm   (589 words)

  
 Club Hotel Riu Jalisco
Note from Judy and Maria: The palm tree lined beach at the Club Hotel Riu Jalisco is wide, clean and has ample lounge chairs and papayas for relaxing in the shade.
The Club Riu Jalisco is an active resort with round-the-clock activities from pool and beach games and activities, theme nights, shows in the theater with audience involvement, a great enclosed children's club with playground and a fantastic disco to dance the evening away!
The Club Hotel Riu Jalisco in Nuevo Vallarta is a spectacular, well manicured resort.
www.jmtravel.com /review_riu_jalisco_resort.htm   (1036 words)

  
 Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
Jalisco is a locally operated restaurant chain consisting of three locations.
One location is off Cedar Bluff Road in the Food Lion Shopping Center and the others are on Maynardville Highway in Halls and on Illinois Ave.
A portion of diced juicy tender steak grilled and cooked with Mama's original red hot sauce, served with rice and beans, and tortillas.
www.easttennesseedining.com /jalisco.html   (2200 words)

  
 Economy. Jalisco
Due to its closeness to the port of Manzanillo, Jalisco has a privileged location on commercial routes leading to northern Mexico and overseas to countries like Japan and China.
Thus, Jalisco is now Mexico's leading producer of corn, sugar, milk and poultry.
The typical handicrafts of Jalisco are known throughout Mexico and internationally; these include blown glass, various kinds of ceramics, articles made from brass, wrought iron, papier maché, leatherwork and embroidery.
www.elbalero.gob.mx /kids/explora/html/jalisco/economia.html   (173 words)

  
 Jalisco, Mexico Bed and Breakfast - Guide to Jalisco Bed and Breakfasts Country Inns Boutique Hotels Lodging Travel
This page describes bed and breakfasts and inns located in Jalisco where experienced bed and breakfast travelers have come for over 10 years to quickly find great deals on a variety of bed and breakfasts, small hotels and inns.
Explore our informative and detailed Jalisco page listings, rates and specials to make the most informed choice for your next trip to a bed and breakfast in beautiful Jalisco.
Jalisco offers travelers history, sun, coastal communities, culture, and wonderful cuisine.
www.ibbp.com /northamerica/mexico/jalisco.html   (152 words)

  
 Full Circle: From Rural Fields to Urban Tables in Jalisco, Mexico: International Development Research Centre   (Site not responding. Last check: )
This included taking part in project planning activities with Jalisco Ecological Collective in Guadalajara and visits to rural sites where she met with producers.
The environmental educators at the Jalisco Ecological Collective aim to raise awareness about the importance of organic farming and the vulnerable position of producers within the global market.
As a result of this work, consumers have been encouraged to join in a reciprocal commitment with producers, giving them the confidence that there will be a market for organic produce with prices that reflect the costs of production.
www.idrc.ca /wuf/ev-31836-201-1-DO_TOPIC.html   (738 words)

  
 Jalisco Vacation Rentals:Villa and Condos for rent in Jalisco Mexico
Guadalajara, the capital city, is located in the center of the state and most of the population is in the central and northeastern regions.
Jalisco vacation rentals consist of many beautiful ocean view villas, luxury condominiums, vacation homes and apartment rentals.
Vacation rentals in Jalisco are as varied as they are unique, especially if you rent a villa, condo or home directly from an owner.
www.idealvacationrentals.com /jalisco.htm   (647 words)

  
 El Jalisco's Mexican Restaurant, Bastrop, TX - Restaurant Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Jalisco nachos are topped with some of the best fajita meat around, the Tejano plate offers a hearty combo and the chipotle enchiladas are zestily appealing.
The Jalisco nachos ($5.75), in fact, were so good that I'd return to El Jalisco's to have them as my entree.
However, unlike most pairings of this kind that float the mashed avocado on top of the cheese, El Jalisco's queso covered the guacamole, creating a cheesy avocado mixture that, for me, was more interesting than appealing.
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 Continua apoyo del DIF por temporada de frio en Jalisco | terra
Guadalajara, 13 Dic (Notimex)- Como parte del Operativo de Invierno 2006, el DIF Jalisco entregó 30 mil 616 pants y dos mil 480 cobijas para beneficiar a 33 mil 333 personas en condiciones vulnerables de 82 municipios del estado.
Aclaró que cuentan con un fondo de contingencia de aproximadamente 70 millones de pesos, pero por el momento están trabajando con los presupuestos de cada una de las secretarías y dependencias.
El funcionario estatal destacó que la Secretaría de Salud de Jalisco fortaleció las acciones para prevenir enfermedades que se presentan con mayor frecuencia en esta temporada, como intoxicaciones por monóxido de carbono, quemaduras, hipotermia e infecciones respiratorias agudas.
www.terra.com /deportes/articulo/html/fox340131.htm   (409 words)

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