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| All of Puerto Vallarta's beaches are
visions of beauty. What differentiates them is crowd size. The downtown
area is fronted by Playa de los Muertos, easily the most activity
packed. Playa de Oro, south of the airport, is along the hotel strip
and full of corresponding amenities. To the south is the once secluded
Mismaloya Beach, made famous in Night of the Iguana and today edged
by a large resort. In between are small, quieter coves as Punta
Negra. For tropical isolation, Yelapa and Playa Las Animas are accessible
by boat only (see The Sporting Life below). |
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| The main street runs parallel to the
bay in the Old Town; for restaurants, cafes, shops and serious people
watching. |
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| The main plaza fronted by City Hall,
home to the famous Manuel Lepe mural of Old Vallarta. La Iglesia
de Nuestra Senora de Guadelupe: Church with trademark ornate
crown as it's steeple; and site of the first Taylor/Burton nuptials.
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| River that flows from the beautiful
hills behind the city into the Bay. Favorite route for horseback
rides and hikes. Rio Cuale Island: Island at the mouth of the river,
reached by steps beneath the two suspension bridges. A small resort
village in itself with lovely park, outdoor markets, shops, restaurants
and, surprisingly, the Museo Arqueologico: Small but choice
collection of pre-Columbian artifacts, local historical pieces and
art exhibitions. Open 10-2pm and 4-6pm. |
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| Striking rock formation off of Mismaloya
Beach. |
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| Major development north of the city,
includes large marina, top hotels,18 hole golf course and the Royal
Pacific Yacht Club. |
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