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Archaeology
There is a place in the surrounding mountains, about 6 km north of Acapulco Bay where there are a group of stones carved in the form of humans in many different positions.
Architecture
The only really interesting building in Acapulco from the point of view of architecture is the San Diego fort, although it is better known for its history than for its architectural value. This pentagonal fortress with its corner bulwarks was built in the 18th century.
| San Diego Fort |
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This robust old fort was rebuilt during the 18th century. Visitors can walk along the walls that defended the town from attacks by pirates who were after the treasures brought to Mexico on the Manila Galleon. |
Arts & Crafts
The artistic imagination of the inhabitants of Acapulco is most evident in the decorative objects made out of shells and sea snails. Inland from Acapulco is the place where tamarind sweets come from.
Festivals
Flower-filled processions take place on December 12, the day of the Virgin of Guadalupe. September 29 is the Day of San Miguel Arcángel (St. Michael, the Archangel) in Coyuca de Benítez, a village some 34 km northwest of Acapulco. The celebrations include a fair, dancing and processions. There are also fireworks and dancing in Holy Week.
Historical Interest
This robust old fort was rebuilt during the 18th century. Visitors can walk along the walls that defended the town from attacks by pirates who were after the treasures brought to Mexico on the Manila Galleon.
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This robust old fort was rebuilt during the 18th century. Visitors can walk along the walls that defended the town from attacks by pirates who were after the treasures brought to Mexico on the Manila Galleon. |
Museums
There is a History Museum in the San Diego Fort where old maps of the port, religious objects and cloths that came over on the Nao de China (the ship from China) are on display. This museum shows the importance of the port of Acapulco for international trade.
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This robust old fort was rebuilt during the 18th century. Visitors can walk along the walls that defended the town from attacks by pirates who were after the treasures brought to Mexico on the Manila Galleon. |
Performing Arts
There is not a lot of scenic art in Acapulco.
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Stunning cliff where daring divers plunge into the sea. It is one of the ports most famous and spectacular attractions, especially at light, when divers carrying lighted torches hurl themselves off the cliffs. Located 3 km outside Caleta on Av. López Mateos. |
Spas
Spa and massage services are available for guests at the Camino Real Acapulco Diamante and Westin Las Brisas hotels at Punta Diamante and Puerto Marqués on the south side of the city. Similar services are also available at the Hyatt Regency, Acapulco and Elcano hotels on Icacos Beach in the hotel zone on the Costera(coast road).
Camping
In Acapulco, you can camp at the Playa Suave Trailer park, next to the Hotel Do Brasil. Electricity and bathroom facilities available.
Extreme Sports
If you are addicted to adrenaline, you can get your rush by taking the bungee jump at Condesa Beach on the Costera Miguel Alemán (the coast road). This is a drop of some 50 meters. If you enjoy white-water rafting, you can get your thrills riding the Shotover Jet boat on the Papagayo River, near Acapulco.
Hiking & Climbing
There is a craggy canyon at the spot where the Papagayo River that flows down the Southern Sierra Madre mountain range joins the Omitlán River before it reaches the Pacific Ocean. The walls of the rocky canyon reach up to 60 meters high. This spot is located 6 km south of Tierra Colorada and about 60 km from Acapulco.
Sailing
Acapulco has docks from which to sail in all corners of the bay and also in the closed bay of Puerto Marqués.
Surfing
If you like the feeling of sliding down a wave on a surfboard, then Punta Diamante, Revolcadero and Ejido Bonfil are the places for you. The waves at Punta Diamante are big, as this spot is outside of the bay.
| Revolcadero |
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One of the most beautiful and exotic beaches in the area. Set on the open sea, its rough waves are ideal for surfers. |
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