Veracruz is divided into 212 municipalities, and its capital city is Xalapa-Enríquez. Veracruz has a significant share of the coastline of the Gulf of Mexico on the east of the state.

Oct 13, 2025 · Despite its hot humid climate, Veracruz is an important domestic tourist destination, particularly attractive to weekend visitors from Mexico City. It is noted for its colonial-era buildings, …

Though lacking the breezy ambiance of most Mexican resort towns, Veracruz offers a gritty glimpse into life on the Gulf. Afro-Caribbean rhythms collide with colonial architecture in the lively town plaza, …

Nov 4, 2025 · Covering most of Mexico ’s Gulf Coast (720km worth), the state of Veracruz packs in a range of sights, from highland towns to sultry lakes, not to mention outstanding natural diversity, …

Dec 8, 2009 · The state is rich in natural resources and represents approximately 35 percent of Mexico’s water supply. In addition, Veracruz has four deep-water ports and two international airports.

The city of Veracruz is immensely popular with tourists, but the state has a variety of renowned attractions that lure travelers from around the world.

A land of deep green valleys, and high mountain slopes, Veracruz meets the Gulf of Mexico with a joy and calm that reassures generations of visitors. A hey-day in the 1950s left many beaches all but …

Veracruz is a large city in the state of Veracruz in Central Mexico. The locals call their city "Puerto" (port) to differentiate the city from the state of Veracruz. The Port of Veracruz remains the core of its …

Veracruz (Latin American Spanish pronunciation: [beɾaˈkɾus] ⓘ), also known as Heroica Veracruz, is a major port city and municipal seat for the surrounding municipality of Veracruz on the Gulf of Mexico …

Veracruz, one of Mexico’s most important and interesting states, is a narrow strip of land stretching for 650 kilometers (over 400 miles) along the Gulf of Mexico.