Welcome to Durango in Mexico!
Durango is one of the 31 states which, with the Federal District, compose the 32 Federal Entities of Mexico. The state is located in Northwest Mexico. Having a population of just 1.7 million inhabitants making it Mexico's second-lowest population density, after Baja California Sur. Victoria de Durango City is the state's capital, named after the […]
Durango Movie Industry
Durango is known by most Mexicans and internationally for two reasons: one being that it is "the land of the scorpions" due to the many species of scorpions in the state, especially in the colonial areas, and second as "the land of cinema." Over 140 film productions have taken place in Durango, both domestic and […]
El Salto Durango
You´ll not find clearer night skies than those in El Salto City, in Durango. Its notoriety as the perfect setting for any Hollywood Western is well known, as well as its open skies in the desert with simmering moonlight strewn from the yellow sands. In the city of El Salto there are places such as […]
Capital City Victoria de Durango
The capital city Victoria de Durango is situated in the Guadiana valley in the center of the State, Durango is also known as the “pearl of Guadiana”. Victoria de Durango is most extensive and populous city in the State, was founded as “Villa de Durango” by Francisco de Ibarra on July 8th, 1563. Walking through […]
Durango Tourism & Things to do
Durango offers ample and diverse outdoor activities, taking advantage of its wild geography and rich biodiversity, outdoor sporting options in the mountains, rivers, lakes, forests and desert areas catering to the adventure sport crowd. If you're looking for relaxation, you can take a simple eco-vacation with your family and enjoy the beautiful surroundings revered by […]
Durango Weather & Climate
During the summer in Durango, the average maximum range from 35.0 °C (95.0 °F) in the eastern parts of the state to a low of 20.0 °C (68.0 °F) in the western parts. In winter, the max ranges from 15.0 °C (59.0 °F) to a low of 0 °C (32.0 °F) in the colder months. […]
Durango Agriculture & Farming
The major occupations in Durango are farming, lumbering, mining, and cattle ranching. The main crops grown in the area include cotton, wheat, corn, alfalfa, beans, sorghum, and other vegetables. Durango is a major provider of agricultural crops to its northern neighbor, the United States.
Durango Scorpions
Durango is known worldwide for its scorpions. As such, the scorpion is a common symbol representing the state. Mexicans generally refer to the people of Durango as Alacrán de Durango (Scorpions from Durango). The slang term for the natives of Durango is Duranguense.
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