The name itself comes from the Aztec word “mictlan” which means “door to paradise”. Evidence of civilization in Punta Mita and its surroundings dates back to at least 2000 BC.
Why Is It Called Punta Mita?
The name itself comes from the Aztec word “mictlan” which means “door to paradise”. Evidence of civilization in Punta Mita and its surroundings dates back to at least 2000 BC..
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Are Punta Mita Beaches Private?
Punta Mita is a gated private community. Despite the name, the public beach of Las Palmas is actually one of the most remote beaches in the area.
What State In Mexico Is Punta Mita?
Nayarit is a small state in western Mexico between the wooded mountains of the Sierra Madre Occidental and the Pacific Ocean. In the north of the coast of the Riviera Nayarit is the colonial city of San Blas, whose fort of San Basilio once protected the area from pirates.
When Should I Go To Punta Mita?
The best time to visit Punta Mita is in August and September (the hottest months of the year). If you prefer climates with lower humidity and would like to go on vacation when there is not so much foot traffic, a visit to the resort starting in mid-October will do the trick.
Is Punta Mita In Riviera Nayarit?
Punta de Mita is a peninsula located north of Banderas Bay in the state of Nayarit, about 10 miles (16 km) north of Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. In an area known as Riviera Nayarit.
