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Attractions

Puerto Vallarta is a vacation resort in Mexico. People travel there for it's beautiful beaches and "Old Mexico charm." Playa los Muertos is the largest and most popular beach in the city and is visited by both locals and tourists. The Botanical Gardens of Puerto Vallarta is located just 12 miles from the city in Sierra Madre Mountains and has over 3,000 different plant species. If you're an animal lover, be sure to visit the Zoologico de Vallarta. For a small price, you can take a guided tour and experience the wonder of the zoo's 300 animals.

Activities

Puerto Vallarta is an adventure-seekers dream. From swimming with the dolphins, to golfing at Vista Vallarta, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, there is always something to keep you busy. For something a little different, try a bicycle tour through the jungle or go horseback riding through the rivers and villages.

Cuisine

The cuisine in Puerto Vallarta is diverse and plentiful. With over a thousand restaurants, ranging from taco stands to luxury dining with rooftop views of the city, there is something for every taste. When ordering drinks, be sure to get them bottled or canned. It is also a good idea to be weary of ordering shrimp because it may not have been cleaned properly, or to buy food from beach peddlers because it may be undercooked.

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Country: Mexico
State: Jalisco
Governor: Emilio González Márquez
Language spoken: Spanish
Population: 177,830 (2005)
Currency: Mexican peso
Country code: 52
Area code: 322
Time zone: Central

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