Coahuila is a state in Northern Mexico.

Regions

Cities

  • Saltillo - State capital.
  • Ciudad Acuña - On the border.
  • Monclova - Third largest city in the state.
  • Parras de la Fuente - Site of wineries originally established by the old Spanish Dons.
  • Piedras Negras
  • Torreón
  • Sabinas
  • San Pedro de las Colonias
  • Candela - A nice town close the Candela Train Station.

Other destinations

  • The Sierra del Carmen--this is the largest wilderness area in Latin America north of Patagonia. Lies just across the rio from Big Bend NP.
  • Cuatro Cienegas -- a unique ecosystem, the spring-fed pools that fill the valley of Cuatro Cienegas are host to a number of plant and animal species found nowhere else on earth. Much of the valley is a protected natural reserve, though some of the larger pools (called pozas) are open to the public for snorkeling and swimming.

Culture and History

Talk

Travel to Coahuila - Visa Requirements

Tours and Getting around Coahuila

Coahuila tourist attractions and sightseeing

Itineraries

Coahuila city tours

Coahuila Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

  • Asado de chile colorado - Pork with ancho and guajillo chilies and cumin.
  • Charro beans - Cowboy-style beans with bacon and chilies.
  • Coahuila Sausage - Made of pork seasoned with ancho chiles.
  • Enchiladas de olla - Ancho chili, tortillas, poblano and grated cheese.
  • Menudo norteño - Tripe soup with ancho and guajillo chilies.
  • Cajeta de membrillo - Carmelized milk candy flavored with quince.

Coahuila nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

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