MEXICALI
The “city that captured the sun” is located on the banks of the Colorado River and near Laguna Salada. It boasts the largest offering of Chinese food in the country, the finest cuts of meat, and craft beer.
A city with great opportunities for the development of Business Tourism and Health Tourism. Home to Agrobaja, the only agricultural and fishing exhibition in the country.
What you need to know:
Founded in 1903, it became the capital of Baja California in 1915.
Host of the Fiestas del Sol, which attracts around 360,000 attendees and 300 exhibitors.
Home to the only navigable river in the state, "Río Hardy."
For the second time, it will host the Caribbean Series in 2025.
Location
THINGS TO DO
Amazing Food
It has the best offer of Chinese food in the region, but also with a constantly evolving cuisine; Mexicali, Capital de la Carne (Meat Capital) stands out for its fine cuts and date production. Also, a cool fact is that in Mexicali the famous clamato drink was created.
Hot weather, Cold Brews
The best remedy for high temperatures is a good cold craft beer and in the city you will find different places to visit after a day of work or meet friends, learn a little about its history and enjoy great sporting events as well as music Live.
Art & Culture
Art is present in different venues which are icons of the city for its history, as well as cultural passages and museums. Several festivals are held throughout the year and it is an important place for the presentation of regional and national events. La Chinesca is a must when in town.
“Molar City”
Los Algodones, also known as “Molar City” is located in the northeast of the state, in the Municipality of Mexicali. Besides being near the Colorado River, beautiful and enormous cotton fields dress the area, providing extraordinary views that are best enjoyed in September.
This border town is famous for the high quality of its medical services. Nearby sand dunes provide a playground for those who are into sandboarding, this particular spot holds national and international competitions each year, making a name for its self among practitioners of this exciting sport.
Adventure and Ecotourism
Mexicali offers amazing natural settings; extraordinary sand dunes, river kayaking, hiking and bike trails, and even an oasis in the middle of the desert, ideal for explorers and nature buffs.
