Campeche Mexico is in the Yucatan Peninsula and known for haciendas built during the Spanish Colonial era. Campeche offers resort experiences and promises to be Mexico's next tourist destination.
 The jewel of this state, however, is its capital, the World Heritage Site of Campeche. This harbor city is surrounded by a 6.5 thick and 26 feet high wall built to protect the city from pirates.
Today Campeche offers its visitors a relaxing and educational visit. Its historic downtown in centered by el Jardin, a plaza where people meet to chat or watch local artists. In front of the Jardin you can admire the white Baroque profile of the Cathedral, opposite the Plaza de la Independencia, as well as the Portales, where you will find numerous clothing and handicraft shops.
At the market you can also enjoy a delicious pan de cazón, the traditional fish dish of the state. You can also enjoy a walk along the Malecón while watching the sunset on the horizon.
It is this quiet environment that Mexico, and many investors, hope will attract tourist and meeting and convention planners to Campeche. Westin hotels has started building a Golf and Spa resort in Campeche Playa and other chains such as Holiday Inn and One Hotels are also building smaller hotels. Construction of the Campeche Convention Center and Exposition Center are in planning. |
