Located 350 kilometers from La Paz, founded in 1533 by Jesuit Juan María Salvatierra and is the first mission of the Californias named Nuestra Señora de Loreto it has colonial architecture and cobblestone streets, because of the Museo de las Misiones (Museum of the Missions) and the Mission itself there is an outstanding historical and cultural interest. In the surrounding areas you will find many places of great beauty including the Misión de San Javier located in the Sierra de la Giganta. In front of the Bahía de Loreto you can see the Coronado, Carmen, Danzante and Catalana islands, a paradise for those who love sport fishing, diving, ecotourism or just simply enjoying its peaceful beaches.
Today thanks to the diversity of its natural resources, the wonderful climate, infrastructure and colonial town ambiance that it preserves, it makes Loreto one of the favorite destinations for recreational and cultural tourism.You’ll be fascinated with Loreto’s tranquil village setting, friendly people, scenic beauty configured by the towering mountain range of Sierra La Giganta , historic flavor and abundance of water sport and land recreational opportunities. Loreto possesses nearly 155 miles of coastline, 465 square miles of sea and 14 islands. The Sierra La Giganta mountain range, one of the tallest and most spectacular in Baja, overlooks the town of Loreto and creates breathtaking panoramic vistas. The land is rich with unique plant and animal life and the water teems with aquatic life, creating unlimited eco-touristic opportunities.
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