San Luis Potosi State, Mexico

Church del Carmen, San Luis Potosi, MexicoThe Mexican state of San Luis Potosi is situated in the northern region of the country. It is surrounded by Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, Veracruz, Tamaulipas, Queretaro, Hidalgo, Guanajuato Jalisco and Zacatecas. The state shares its name with it capital, San Luis Potosi, which in one of the largest cities in the state. Rioverde, Matehuala, and Ciudad Valles are also large cities in San Luis Potosi State.

San Luis Potosi State has a number of beautiful and breathtaking natural wonders for visitors to explore. Travelers to San Luis Stae will find many cheap holidays available. There is an incredible cave in the city of Aquismon. The Cave of Swallows is a deep gap in the earth where thousands of birds call home. As these birds fly out of their underground home, the beating of their wings resonates through the air. The Cathedral Caves located in Rio Verde are also exquisite. The inside of the cave looks a lot like the inside of a church.

Cindad Valles, the second largest city in the state is home to the breathtaking Tamul Waterfall, which is the highest fall in San Luis Potosi. The waterfall is 105 meters high and 300 meters wide. The sound of the thundering water crashing to the riverbed below can be heard for miles around. Located close to the state’s capital, one will find the Media Luna Lagoon. This beautiful lagoon is home to a number of fish and plants. Visitors can explore the underwater world by diving or snorkeling. The surrounding park also has plenty of shops and restaurants.

San Luis Potosi, the state’s capital, has a variety of historical sites to visit including churches, museums and plazas. Some of the churches include the Cathedral Potosina, the Loreto Chapel and the Temple of de la Compania. Two of the plazas include the Plaza de los Fundadores and The Plaza Spain.

There are several interesting museums in the state capital. The Museum of the Mask has displays of paintings done by famous Italian artists. The Culture House has a wide variety of displays including archaeological pieces, paintings and crafts. Two other museums worth mentioning are the Regional Museum and the House of Manuel Othon.

Not too far away from the capital is the well known spa of Gogorron. Here guests can find a place of relaxation and healing. The resort has a restaurant, Roman baths and pools.

San Luis Potosi State is a beautiful place to find history, culture, nature and relaxation.

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