Lake Chapala

Laguna Chapala is a small town next to a lagoon where you can find beautiful Mexican colors and culture. Located at 1 hour from Guadalajara, is one of the “must” if you are visiting Jalisco. Next to it, you can find Ajijic, a place you’ll love to eat and walk. #mexico #guadalajara #jalisco #laguna #chapala #lagunachapala #ajijic #travelmexico #discovermexico #mexicoplaces #boats #tapatio

Lake Chapala is a natural reservoir of Mexico located mainly in the state of Jalisco.
Total surface: 114 659 hectares (ha), of which Jalisco occupies 86% and Michoacán 14%
This lake is considered the largest in the Mexico, is the main source of drinking water supply in Guadalajara, because it contributes 60% of the water that reaches the city. It is the largest in the country with 1112 km².

In February 2009 the lake has been declared a Ramsar Site (Wetland of International Importance)

Tourism was established in the 19th century, when the first American tourist visited Chapala, shortly thereafter train trips were offered from Ocotlán to Chapala, and steam boat rides were taken along the lake shore. When President Porfirio Díaz visited Chapala, every year tourism grew by the presidential seal. But it was not until the 1950s that the reservoir found a good development for tourism in the region. It is the favorite place of some Americans and Canadians, having developed to date colonies of retirement of Americans.

Pollution is something serious in the lake. There been serveral programs of the state government for the recovery of the basin, and tourism promotion, mainly national.

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Views of Chapala Lake and Cerro de Garcia taken from Monte Coxala hotel

Monte Coxala Spa

You can take time to visit Monte Coxala Spa during your travels to Raquet Club. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Mezcala Island

Explore the great outdoors at Mezcala Island, a lovely green space in Poncitlán. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Mezcala Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mezcala Island during your travels in Chapala. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lomas de Chapala Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in San Nicolás de Ibarra at Lomas de Chapala Country Club. Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Isla de los Alacranes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Isla de los Alacranes during your travels in Chapala. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center

Jesus Gonzalez Gallo Cultural Center is just one of the places to see in Chapala, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside and gardens in this relaxing area.

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