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  Sonora Tourism
Sonora is the second largest state in land-mass in Mexico with 184.934 square kilometers.
Thanks to its privileged location, Sonora is a unique and safe tourist destination, awaiting inquisitive visitors to discover its legendary cities, beautiful beaches and spectacular views of landscapes where ocean meets desert and mountain.
In addition to its natural richness, Sonora offers a great variety of regional food that manages to satisfy even the most demanding of palates; there are many ethnic groups settled in the state who to this day manifest their traditions through harmonic dance and other shows of culture.
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 Gold Lodge - Historic Sonora
Sonora became known as the "Queen of the Southern Mines" and was the biggest town in the Mother Lode.
An incredible 12 tons of gold were tanken from the Sonora area between early 1849 and the spring of 1850.
Sonora has entered the communications age with the electronic guide to the Sierra foothills: Sierra Seasons, which publishes a local calendar of events.
www.goldlodge.com /sonora.htm   (477 words)

  
 Tour By Mexico ® - Sonora State --- 3
The State of Sonora is located between 27º 18' and 32º 29' of north latitude and 108º 14' of length west and limits to the northwest with the
The State of Sonora has beautiful beaches that are extended throughout 900 km., some of they virgin, other that they offer to the facilities visitor to practice aquatic sports, as diving, fishing, sail, etc. Furthermore, the dammings of the rivers, offer also opportunity to fish.
The State of Sonora name derived from the word opata "Xunuta", indirect complement from "Xunut" (Sonot) corn and means "In the corn" or "Place of the corn".
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 Sonora, Mexico
Note: Sonora has no official flag, but one in white charged with the coat of arms is broadly used:
The Sonora Coat of Arms features the main traditions and most important economic activities make the State famous among its counterparts, it is a squarish samnitic (“french”) shield, party per fess.
Bordure azure, charged in point with the lettering "ESTADO DE SONORA" (State of Sonora) in upper case letters gules, being the word "DE" slightly smaller.
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 Sonora, Mexico
Sonora, the second largest state in Mexico, is bounded on the north by the USA (Arizona), on the west by Lower California and the Gulf of California (Mar de Cortés), on the south by Sinaloa and on the east by Chihuahua.
In pre-Columbian times Sonora (Spanish for "resonant", named after the sound of marble being hewn here) was the home of a number of both nomadic and settled Indian tribes, whose descendants are still living here in certain defined areas.
Until the Second World War Sonora, with its rich mineral deposits, was important merely as a supplier of precious metals (gold, silver, copper, lead and tin).
www.planetware.com /mexico/sonora-mex-son-son.htm   (578 words)

  
 Sonora Mexico Location|Vacations|getaway|Travel|Cruise|travel Mexico
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Paradiso is located approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) from the town of San Carlos and approximately 17 miles (27.4 km) northwest of the city of Guaymas in the state of Sonora, Mexico.
Located in northern Mexico's Sonoran Desert, the site is comprised of approximately 62 acres (251,000 m2) located on a natural lagoon, which is surrounded by miles of white sandy beaches and the cobalt waters of the Sea of Cortez (also known as the Gulf of California).
www.grupoparadiso.com /location.html   (1199 words)

  
 SONORA - MEXICO'S WILD WEST BY BOB BROOKE, IN ACCESS MEXICO CONNECT MAGAZINE
Perhaps, it's Sonora's pioneering spirit that spawned three of Mexico's presidents-Alvaro Obregon, Abelardo Rodriquz, the founder of the PRI party, and Plutarco Elias Calles.
This bustling city is the only town in Mexico in which all water is purified before it's sent to homes.
The Palacio de Gobierno, one of the most impressive government buildings of Northern Mexico, was originally constructed in the neoclassic style in 1859, using Yaqui labor and local stone.
www.mexconnect.com /mex_/travel/bbrooke/bbsonora.html   (2326 words)

  
 San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico Travel Information
If you plan to travel beyond the state of Sonora, you must obtain an All Mexico permit for the vehicle which is good for 6 months and is valid for travel in all other areas of Mexico.
Marriage in Mexico is a civil process conducted by an officer or judge of the Civil Registry.
The paperwork requirements to visit Mexico beyond the frontier zone (about 20 kilometers deep) are not terribly hard to deal with, but do require a bit of advanced planning.
www.sancarlosmexico.com /travel.html   (2679 words)

  
 Mexico Travel Guide - Route of the Rio Sonora
The route follows the Rio Sonora as it winds it's way to the southwest from the border with Arizona to Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico.
Along this scenic northern Mexico route are examples of colonial architecture, eco-tourism attractions, southwest landscape and friendly people in numerous small Mexican towns that have grown up over the past 400 years along the river Sonora.
We will be your travel guide as you explore this route from Cananea, Sonora, Mexico in the north to the southern point at Hermosillo.
www.riosonora.com   (226 words)

  
 Rocky Point Mexico - Puerto Penasco Sonora Mexico
A couple sits in the shade of a palm umbrella on the beach near Playa Elegante in Puerto Penasco, Sonora Mexico and watch the tide roll in from the Sea of Cortez.
It's also in the Sonora state of Mexico, which features a program called "Only Sonora." According to AAA Arizona, this program exempts visitors who stay fewer than 72 hours in "Rocky Point" Puerto Penasco from the vehicle fees and deposits that would be required if they ventured farther south.
Gas in Mexico is available in most locations but the quality can be inconsistant and not what you are used to stateside.
www.thepepper.com /tucson_rocky_point_penasco.html   (1194 words)

  
 Invest in Sonora Mexico   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Our goal is to better understand and fulfill your needs as an investor and our main job is to help you through the process of visiting, evaluating, setting up and operating a plant here in Sonora.
We are sure you will find why Sonora is called "El Estado Amigo" (The Friendly State).
Sonora is among the eight states with higher human development.
www.sonora.org.mx /dynamicdata/home.asp   (105 words)

  
 Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point) Mexico Online
Foreign investment into Mexico is on track to hit $20 billion this year, up from $17.6 billion in 2005, according to the government.
Mexico has approved construction of a major toxic landfill 25 miles south of the Tohono O'odham Nation without properly informing the United States, and local communities are demanding the project be stopped over environmental concerns.
From the Arizona Daily Star: 'Sonora eases auto, tourist permit steps' - 'A status as a vehicle free-zone means Arizona travelers will be able to drive their cars through most of Sonora without having to stop off for a car permit through the "Only Sonora" program'...
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 San Carlos Sonora Mexico Hotels|Accomodations|Restaurants|Restaurant|Hotels
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 ANTIOCH BAPTIST CONVENTION-MEXICO
The Antioch Baptist Convention of Sonora unites in work and fellowship churches located from the Arizona border to the Sinaloa border 500 miles south.
Sonora is a great challenge to Baptist work, being one of the states of Mexico with the least Evangelical presence.
The Antioch Baptist Convention of Sonora and its churches are receptive to cooperation and collaboration with churches, ministries, or conventions in the US or Canada for construction or evangelism trips, joint mission ventures, sister-church programs, or whatever else may be the Lord's will.
www.ilovejesus.com /missions/antioch/ANTIOCH.html   (673 words)

  
 Atelier Sonorense | Home
Atelier Sonorense is a studio-school of fine art in Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, specializing in traditional methods of oil painting.
Atelier Sonorense is in the city of Navojoa, located in the state of Sonora, Mexico.
It is just a 30 minute drive from beautiful beaches at Huatabampito and Las Bocas, on the Sea of Cortez, and 45 minutes from the quaint colonial town of Alamos, "gem of the Sierra Madre," and recently designated as a "Pueblo Magico."
www.ateliermexico.com   (166 words)

  
 Sonora Mexico Vacation Rentals and Vacation Property Sales
Situated on a secluded 3 acres of beautifully landscaped park-like grounds, this 20,000 square foot estate for rent comes with two guest houses, and includes your own personnel chef and housekeeper.
Located in the foothills of the Sierra Madre in the historical colonial town of Alamos, Sonora is Casa Ladrillo, an elegant, colonial style villa rental.
There are three attached garages with space to park a total of eight vehicles.
www.1-2-c.com /mexico/sonora.htm   (447 words)

  
 Naco, Sonora, Mexico
Naco is one of two gateways to the Rio Sonora region.
The town of Naco, Sonora was established in 1901 after originally having been settled by Nahua and Opata Indians.
Naco is famous for the Battle of Naco which took place in 1915 between two factions of the Mexican army.
www.riosonora.com /naco.html   (244 words)

  
 eBay - sonora mexico, Paper Money World, Rocks, Fossils, Minerals items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
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 Sonora Hermosillo Mexico Hotels, Resorts
With a lively, contemporary Mexican ambience, Fiesta Americana Hermosillo is located in the state capital of Sonora and approximately 15 miles from In...
The Holiday Inn Hermosillo Sonora is located in the heart of the hotel district of Hermosillo, and is 20 minutes from the international airport and ei...
Is located just 15 minutes away from the airport,the Hotel has 155 rooms, with either one king or two queen size beds, we also offer suites at a very...
www.realadventures.com /pages/mexico/sonora-hermosillo.htm   (368 words)

  
 Butterflies of Sonora Mexico   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Some species found in Sonora State, Mexico occur just to the north in Arizona.
We are including on these Sonora pages butterflies that occur in Sonora and Southern Arizona.
Our captions show the common name of the butterfly, the scientific name in parenthesis, the city, town, road number, kilometer marker number or canyon where the photo was taken, then the state, country and date.
www.kimandmikeontheroad.com /butterflies_of_sonora_mx.htm   (172 words)

  
 Sonora Mexico Travel? Looking for sonora mexico travel?
We offer a wide variety of products ranging from total Sonora Mexico Trip trip protection that are ideal for expensive vacations and cruises, to cheap/economy - ideal for students and senior citizens.
Travel insurance needs to Sonora Mexico Travel be purchased before, not after a hurricane develops.
ASTA - Sonora Mexico Travel The American Society of Travel Agents This annual show is held on the third Sunday of August.
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 Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico was selected as Mesa’s first Sister City in 1981 for several reasons.
Then-Governor Bruce Babbitt was strongly encouraging all Arizona cities to form sister city relationships with a city in Sonora, Mexico as part of his program to promote greater understanding and increased trade between Arizona and Sonora.
The Mesa Convention and Visitors Bureau has also focused on increasing tourism between Mesa and Guaymas/San Carlos,as well as encouraging Canadian winter visitors who are interested in Mexico to consider a San Carlos visit if they go.
www.cityofmesa.org /youth/sister_cities/guaymas.asp   (414 words)

  
 Nogales, Mexico   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
As you enter the main gate in downtown Nogales, Arizona, you are walking in the footsteps of man's history in North America.
The cost to park your vehicle all day is very reasonable, generally under $5.00, and most of the shopping and eating attractions are close to the border and within easy walking distance.
As you enter Mexico, you will see the Flag Island of the Americas, which has banners for all of the Mexican states-Nogales is in the state of Sonora.
www.nogaleschamber.com /Nogales_mex.htm   (377 words)

  
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William E. Doolittle - Pre-Hispanic Occupance in the Valley of Sonora, Mexico: Archaeological Confirmations of Early Spanish Reports
Stuart F. Voss - On the Periphery of Nineteenth-Century Mexico: Sonora and Sinaloa, 1810-1877
Keith Dixon - LA Cueva De LA Pala Chica: A Burial Cave in the Guaymas Region of Coastal Sonora, Mexico
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 Sonoratravel.com - Travel Information About Sonora Mexico
Here you will find everything you need to plan a great vacation and meet the uniqueness of our natural resources, people, culture, and history.
Sonora is located in the northwestern part of Mexico, just below the state of Arizona in the United States, constituting the second biggest state of Mexico and one of the most diverse in many aspects.
MexBusiness.com is the Business portal of Mexico, for those who want to Export and Import to Mexico.
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 Tour By Mexico ® - Hermosillo City in Sonora State, Mexico
Tour By Mexico ® - Hermosillo City in Sonora State, Mexico
Hermosillo is also known as the City of the Oranges because of the abundance of oranges in its territory.
Back to Sonora State in Tour By Mexico ®
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 Sonora Mexico - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy at NexTag - Price - Review
Pre-Hispanic Occupance in the Valley of Sonora, Mexico: Archaeological Confirmatio...
An Archaeological Survey of the Altar Valley, Sonora, Mexico
The Holiday Inn Hotel is located in the heart of the hotel district of Hermosillo, the capital of Sonora in northwest Mexico.
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 Guaymas Sonora Mexico Map
San Carlos is one of the main tourist attraction in the state of Sonora, Mexico, located just 1 hour drive from the state’s capital Hermosillo and 248Km (154 Miles) from the border with United States (state of Arizona), in the northwest of Mexico.
Locations of Pemex Gas stations, topes, military checks, where to turn and where not to.
Mexico On the Road In Highway 15 from Nogales to Tepic Road Log - Includes Camping and RV Guide $6.99
www.ontheroadin.com /pacificcoast/pacificnorth/guaymos.htm   (961 words)

  
 Sonora, Mexico current local time from WorldTimeServer.com
A comprehensive list of other locations in addition to Sonora, Mexico is also available which you can view current time by country name or by city name.
You can even create a list of your favorite locations where you have business or personal interests.
Convert a specific time in Sonora, Mexico to your local time
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 Sonora Bay Estates - Ocean Front Mexico Real Estate Developments in Guaymas San Carlos Sonora Mexico
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We hope you’ll find our site to be a useful resource in your search for real estate in Mexico.
You’ll also find answers to many of your questions concerning purchasing property in Mexico such as bank trusts (fideicomiso), title insurance and financing options.
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