Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico

Acapulco is often referred to as the queen of Mexico's beach resorts. Her fame has faded somewhat over the decades, but Acapulco still conjures up images of celebrity, romance, and wild nightlife. What many visitors to Acapulco don't realize is that this hedonistic party town has a rich history that goes back thousands of years. Long before the Spanish arrived in the early 16th century, Acapulco was inhabited by indigenous people who had sacred ceremonial centers in the hills above Acapulco. During colonial times, Acapulco became one of the most important ports in the New World and served as Spain's main gateway to the riches of the Orient.

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Acapulco - Images by John Mitchell