Hermosillo, Mexico: Vacations and travel info

Description

The Seris, Tepocas, and Pimas, are just a few of the main ethnic groups that have struggled against the forces of nature, in this arid area, to make a habitable land. Hermosillo is a city full of traditions and legends, along with beautiful landscapes, where the desert is the main feature.

It is a city with extreme weather, where summer is very hot and in winter it can get quite cold, especially in January and February. It is located in northern Mexico, 168 miles from the US border, in the central region of Sonora (the second largest state in the country). Hermosillo is the capital of the state.

Due to its privileged and also enviable geographic location, Hermosillo is a great place to depart from, if you want to explore this state that is full of breathtaking natural attractions. Mountains along the Chihuahua border, tropical deciduous forests in the south, and grasslands in the northern region, all linked by a breathtaking desert spanning the length of the state, make it the perfect setting for an adventurous vacation. We must also mention the border with the Gulf of California, with its enormous variety of marine species, beaches and crystal clear waters. All this coupled with the people of Sonora's traditional hospitality and warmth lends itself to a great vacation with memories to last a lifetime.

Origin

Hermosillo's history tells of a city that began in the desert. In Sonora, during viceroyal times, the Spaniards settled here whilst fighting against the indigenous population during their attempt to conquer. The evangelization of this state began in 1605 with the priest Andres Perez Rivas. It was a movement that was subsequently continued by the priest Eusebio Francisco Kino, who founded many Spanish missions north of Hermosillo and worked hard for the rights of the indigenous population.

La Santisima Trinidad de Pitic was the first known settlement, before the actual city of Hermosillo was founded in 1700. However, it was not until September 5th, 1828, that the name Hermosillo was officially given to the city to honor Jose Maria Gonzalez Hermosillo, who played a vital roll in the insurrection by the states of Sonora and Sinaloa, during War of Mexican Independence.

Originally, Sonora and Sinaloa were founded as one state, then after having been emancipated from the Spaniards oppression these two provinces separated, establishing Hermosillo as the capital city in the state of Sonora. Hermosillo was also once the capital city of Mexico. Venustiano Carranza moved the power here and then returned it to Mexico City after only five months.

Hermosillo: A Lively City!

Today, Hermosillo is a welcoming city with many attractions for all kinds of visitors, including business people, vacationers, explorers, athletes, or people who are looking to rest and unwind.

It is a city full of contrasts, where the old and the new seamlessly combine. It is a dynamic city, ideal for business or as a place to relax alone or with family. In Hermosillo and its surrounding areas, you can go hiking, birdwatching, enjoy a wide variety of sporting activities, such as mountain biking and golf, or take trip to explore the desert and the mountains, just to mention a few of the many options available in this lively city.