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Visit the Magical Town of Bacalar

In 2001, Mexico’s Secretariat of Tourism launched the ‘Pueblos Mágicos Program or “Magical Towns Program” to promote towns around the country that offer visitors a “magical” experience. The ‘Magical Towns’ are selected based on natural beauty, cultural traditions, gastronomy, historical relevance, and art. Bacalar was named a Pueblo Mágico (Magical Town) in 2006 . This charming town has a small-village feel and is packed with natural beauty. It is located in the state of Quintana Roo very close to the state capital, Chetumal. Bacalar was inhabited by the Mayans and was the first city in the region taken by the Spanish Conquistadores in 1543. Bacalar most likely takes its name from the Mayan word ‘bʼak halal’, meaning surrounded by reeds.     Attractions to Visit: Bacalar Lagoon: Let yourself be delighted by the landscape that makes up this beautiful lagoon. It is also known as the Seven Colors Lagoon because you can see seven different shades of blue throughout the day depending on the sunlight and depth of the water. The lake measures approximately 34 miles long and it is the second largest fresh water lake in Mexico....

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