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Six Things to Do In La Paz, BCS for the Lazy Traveler

March 1, 2013

By Susan Fogel
Not everyone that visits La Paz is a diver, or is serious about fishing or golf. Some of you may enjoy less strenuous activities and since it can get windy for a day or two, and even chilly, here are some ideas to do while away an hour or two. Spend some time getting to know our city, its history, culture and a little about its fauna.
1.The Anthropology Museum.
Learn a little about La Paz and the people from prehistoric times to the present. Very nicely done replicas of a typical early home, examples of ranch life, cave paintings and fossils and artifacts of the Baja’s earliest settlers. A nice selection of books about La Paz.
  • Adults $3.00. To take videos or photos $4.00
  • Open Daily 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Cinco de Mayo and Altamirano
  • 612-122 0162

2. The Whale Museum.
Be humbled by the size of a complete skeleton of one of our prized sea mammals, the gray whale. Other whale art, history and artifacts.  Walk through the garden and handle baleen, and whale bones.

  • Adults $8.00 US Children $4.00
  • Monday- Friday from 9 to1:00 Sat from 10 to 2:00 hrs. Closed on Sun.
  • Antonio Navarro between Ignacio Altamirano and Heroes de la Independencia, beside the Teatro de Ciudad.

3. The Shell Museum.
A wonderful collection of shells from local beaches and some exotic shells from around the world. There is a room full of detailed historic ship models including the Nina, the Pinta, the Santa Maria, and the USS Constitution. See the beautiful fish in our water without getting wet! A movie of the under sea world of the waters around La Paz plays on a loop. It is free and always open, and afterwards, enjoy a meal at one of many lovely restaurants.

  • Open 24 hours Daily
  • Marina Costa Baja in the Pueblo Marinero.

4.The Serpentarium
Take out your camera, and some iguanas will actually pose for you! Enter the gates and step into a peaceful garden. See snakes, lizards, turtles and tarantulas, Your bored teenagers will love this. Founded by Abe Blank, who disappeared mysteriously in 2001, the Serpentarium shows off, and protects some of the least loved, but important creatures of the Baja. A must see!

  • Adults $7.00 US   |  Children $3.00 US
  • Tuesday- Saturday 10 to 4. Closed Mon.
  • Brecha de California and Guaycura
  • 612 122 5611

5.Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace
Step back in time and feel history around you. Erected in the site of an old Jesuit mission, Our Lady of Peace was erected around 1850 and has many baroque altar pieces taken from older, abandoned missions.  After touring the church, stop in at the 5th Avenue Café for an espresso, or walk around the square.

  • On the Square Cinco de Mayo and Revolucion
  • 612 122 0208
6. Take a Walk
Turn in any direction from the church square and walk around. Take in the sights and sounds of everyday life in an authentic Mexican town. See architecture grand and humble spanning centuries. The surrounding streets are home to some of La Paz’ best restaurants, small shops and private homes. Slow down and look around.
While the Malecon is beautiful, there is more to see in La Paz. Enjoy our city.
Susan Fogel is the broker/owner of www.prestigepropertygrouplapaz.com; follow her blog www.mexicomusings.com.
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People on the Street – So the Baja Citizen wanted to know…

October 1, 2012

You just never know what to expect in September here in La Paz and this year has been no exception. Lots of rain, lots of heat and too many potholes. So the Baja Citizen wanted to know:

What do you like most about September in La Paz?

Marty Olver, Publicist for author R.J. Archer.
“The green of the hills and mountains along the corredor between La Paz and Los Cabos due to September rains…the desert comes alive.”

Judy Peterson, Director of FANLAP
“The patriotism, the decorations, and knowing that cooler weather is just around the corner. Also, fireworks like we had never seen before, so close to the crowd. And of course the celebration the night of 15th of September. Of course the fireworks part has to do with the celebration the night of the 15th of September.

Robert Renfro, Baja Realty Executives
“Well most Septembers I like celebrating my birthday near or on the water. However, this September I have really enjoyed the RAIN!!!!”

Blanca Corral, Bancomer
“What I like best about September is the party for Mexico’s Independence Day on the 15th and the day off work.  But this year, it is a Saturday so no day off work!”
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People on the Street – HOW TO SURVIVE SUMMER IN LA PAZ!!

July 25, 2012

Well it’s still summer. And the heat is increasing. And don’t we just love to complain about it?
Here are some words about how to survive summer in La Paz.

Cathy Shafer retired from Boulder
Cathy lives on Fantasy Island, it get’s hot there too. She says:
I spend a lot of time in the water and the shade with a good book. I wake early and enjoy the cool mornings and take a evening walk as the sun is setting to take in the breeze and maybe another jump in the water. TBC: We are waiting for an invitation to come and play at your beach.

Simon Loftus, Realtor from the UK
Shade, Pool, Air-conditioning, in that order. I always look for shade when out and about, if there is no shade then a quick dip in the pool works wonders and after that just stick on the A/C. TBC: So Simon, does that mean if you are about and about, and there is no shade you’ll just dip in anyone’s pool? With or without clothing?

La Dona, Freaky Advice Columnist:
I don’t know why you all have your knickers in a twist. I am never too hot. The slightest breeze seems to go right through me. TBC: We told you to lay in rest for two months. Are your ears open holes too?

R.J. Archer, Author
While we have three older air conditioners, our house is poorly insulated and poorly constructed so running the A/C is very expensive. We use it when we have to, but in the summer we adjust our schedule to take advantage of cooler early morning temps and late afternoon Coromuel breezes. We also spend a lot of time in the new air-conditioned malls!

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