5 EXPERIENCES YOU CANNOT MISS...
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La Ropa Beach...
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Water Sports...
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Las Gatas Beach...
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Discover Local Arts & Crafts...
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Pozole Thursday...
La Ropa beach is the most beautiful beach on Zihuatanejo bay and in
the Costa Grande. It has beautiful white sand and small waves making it
ideal for kids. The water is always at a great temperature for swimming
too. Sunsets are amazing at La Ropa beach, so it's worth spending
the whole day here. Plus there are many restaurants where you can
eat and relax in. Don't miss the fish tiritas (traditional local seafood). I
recommend eating at La Perla restaurant - the best fish tiritas in town!
There are a many options for water sports at La Ropa beach. You can
rent a wave runner (jet ski) and ride along the bay, or if you prefer natural
power then you can go windsurfing, paddle boarding or kayaking.
Another great option is to rent a banana boat to ride with all the family
or sit and watch the parasailers gliding across the bay. You can even go
skimboarding on the little waves or my personal favorite: the flyboard where you feel you are flying like Iron Man!!
The name "Las Gatas" is a reference to the harmless nurse sharks that
used to swim here. Las Gatas is only accessible by boat with the short
rides running continuously until 6pm. You can admire the underwater
wall King Calzontzin built when he chose the area as a retreat for the
royal family. Don't miss the snorkeling, with many beautiful fish, and a
submerged bronze sculpture of Christ made from keys collected in the
town. The waters at Las Gatas are exceptionally clear and very safe.
Mexico is famous for its arts and handicrafts and Zihuatanejo is no
exception. The Mercado de ArtesanÃas is a traditional handicraft market
located by the church, on Calle Cinco de Mayo. It boasts more than 200
stalls where you will find silver, huaraches (handmade leather sandals),
shell jewelry & decorative pieces plus scarves, ties & handbags all
inspired by Mexico's rich culture and traditions. Nearby you will find
local painters working in their studios where you can buy their art.
Take part in a famous Guerrero tradition when every Thursday many
local people cook Pozole. The word means "foamy" in Nahuatl and it's
a traditional Mexican soup. It once had ritual significance, when maize
was a sacred plant for the Aztecs, and it was consumed on special
occasions. It comes served with small bowls of herbs, spices, salt and
limes. Traditionally you wash it down with shots of mezcal. A famous
place where you can try Pozole is PozolerÃa el Profe.