Salina Cruz Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Salina Cruz
During the 19th century, the race was on to find the most efficient way to cross the American continent by whatever means possible. Geographically, the port is the Pacific side of the shortest land route across Mexico (the Isthmus of Tehuantepec). It is connected by railroad toCoatzalcocoson the Atlantic side (Gulf of Mexico). In the 19th century, the route was envisioned as a solution to the problem of how to ship goods across between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. A route crossingNicaraguaknown as theRuta de Tránsitobecame the preferred route in the mid 19th century and the opening of thePanama Canalin 1914 made any alternate routes unprofitable. The Mexican government has upgraded port facilities and has significantly upgraded the transportation infrastructure between Coatzalcocos and
Top Attractions in Salina Cruz
Explore the best things to see and do in Salina Cruz:
- ★Faro de Cortes
- ★Malecon
- ★Zocalo
Where to Eat in Salina Cruz
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴7:15 Brunch
- 🍴La Shunquita
- 🍴Restaurant Cantón
- 🍴Restaurante Costa Brava
- 🍴Restaurante el Faro
Where to Stay in Salina Cruz
- 🏨Casa Mirador
- 🏨Gran Hotel Don Nacho
- 🏨Hotel Calendas
- 🏨Hotel Mision San Jose
Salina Cruz Travel Guide Sections
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