Durango is one of the major states of Mexico. Durango City is the capital of the state of Durango. It has Mexico's second-newest population. Francisco de Ibarra was the first person who colonized Durango. He settled in this northern province of Nueza Vizcaya in 1563, and named the place after his native town in Biscay, Spain. Spanish colonists became highly attracted towards the state of Durango because of its mining and grazing areas. Durango became a separate state in 1823 after the Mexican revolutionary victory over Spain.
The Sierra Madre Occidental is a mountain range which is located on the western part of the state of Durango. This mountain range has a wide range of minerals. The principal occupations of the people of Durango include farming, lumbering and ranching.
Durango La-Plata Airport serves the state of Durango with excellent air services. Many flights have their regular services to Durango.
Durango is a transitional zone area between semi-arid and mountains
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. During the summers, temperatures may soar up to 80º Fahrenheit in the days and in the nights the temperatures may drop down to 50ºFahrenheit. There is a good amount of snowfall in this area and Durango is quite famous for its skiing resorts.
Durango is a favorite spot for all sports lovers who enjoy hiking, hunting, kayaking and rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking and golf. Durango is also a great place for shopping and dining.
Some of the famous spots in Durango include:
- Durango Mountain Resort
- The Animas river
- Vallecito Lake
- Mesa Verde
- San Juan National Forest
- Historic Downtown
The people of Durango aim to conduct the affairs of the city in an ethical way that will promote development in a manner that respects the unique character and identity of their community.
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