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Exploring Colima

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Colima is one of the gems of Mexico.

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One of the smallest states, Colima still boasts an amazing variety of ecosystems, ranging from snow-covered volcanoes to tropical lagoons.

HEADLINES

Francisco Verástegui Wins 2007 Colibri Ecotourism Award
Feria de Turismo Rural 2008
Prioridades para el turismo rural
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NATURAL WORD

This tropical dry forest on Mexico's Pacific coast of Mexico is characterized by mountains and a high diversity of floral and faunal species.

HISTORY

The Nahuatl name Colima means "the place where the old god is dominant."

WEATHER

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FEATURES

Colima City
Nevado de Colima National Park
Comala

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ELSEWHERE ON THE WEB

Colima Map - Tony Burton/Mexico Connect
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Colima Birds and Butterflies
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