By Matthew Fortuna
Facts About Cabos San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas is a city renowned around the world for its pristine
beaches. On the tip of the Baja California Peninsula in
Mexico, the city is a high-end holiday destination for many on the Gulf of California. It is the second largest city in the peninsula, and it is sometimes known as "Los Cabos."
History
Cabo San Lucas, along with the rest of the Baja peninsula, was likely first settled by indigenous populations more than 10,000 years ago. They lived and survived on fruits, seeds and shellfish.
Settlement
The area was first settled in the modern age by the Englishmen Thomas Ritchie in 1828. It thrived as a fishing village until the mid-1900s when Mexico created the infrastructure to develop the city.
Population
As of the 2005 census, Cabo San Lucas had a population of more than 58,000, making it the second largest city in the peninsula to La Paz, the capital of the region.
Tourism
The beaches and weather of Cabo San Lucas have drawn many tourists to the city since its development in the 1970s. This development has brought with it an intense growth of timeshares along the Gulf from San Lucas to San Jose del Cabo.
Landmark
The El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, an arching rock formation in the water, is the most famous landmark in the city.
The Corridor
The tourist section of the city, known as "The Corridor," is a 20-mile stretch of white-sand beach that features resorts, golf courses, fishing tournaments and natural landmarks.
Famous Ties
In 1990, American rock musician Sammy Hagar of Van Halen opened the Cabo Wabo Cantina in the city. It remains today one of the top bars and nightclubs in the city.
About the Author:
Matthew Fortuna is a full-time freelance writer with a journalism degree from Wayne State University, living in the Detroit metropolitan area. He has written about a wide range of topics across varying publications, including Demand Studios, wiseGEEK.com and Suite101.com, among others. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Wayne State University.
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