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Where is Chihuahua, Mexico

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: February 08, 2026 12:41 PM ET

Chihuahua is a state located in northern Mexico. Its capital city, also called Chihuahua, is one of the largest cities in the state and serves as its administrative and economic center. Chihuahua is known for its diverse landscapes, which include deserts, mountains, and canyons, such as the Copper Canyon (Barrancas del Cobre). It shares its northern border with the United States and is situated in the northern region of the country.

Chihuahua Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Chihuahua, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Chihuahua
Region	Northern Mexico
State Capital	Chihuahua City
Named After	From Nahuatl, commonly interpreted as "dry and sandy place"
Established	1824
Statehood	1824
Coordinates	28.6353° N, 106.0889° W
Total Area	247,455 sq km
Land Area	247,087 sq km
Water Area	368 sq km
Population (2020)	3.74 million
Population Rank	Second-largest state by area in Mexico
Major City	Ciudad Juárez
Main Industries	Manufacturing, Mining, Agriculture, Aerospace, Trade
Major Airport	General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU)
Time Zone	Mountain Time (UTC-07:00)
Known For	Copper Canyon, Desert landscapes, Manufacturing hubs
Website	https://www.chihuahua.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Chihuahua, Mexico

Catedral Metropolitana de Chihuahua - historic cathedral with baroque architecture
Quinta Gameros - iconic Art Nouveau mansion and cultural museum
Museo Casa Chihuahua - museum focused on regional history and Miguel Hidalgo
Plaza de Armas - central square surrounded by historic buildings
Palacio de Gobierno de Chihuahua - government palace famous for its murals
Grutas de Nombre de Dios - impressive caves located just outside the city
Museo Semilla - interactive science museum ideal for families
Aquiles Serdán House Museum - historic home linked to the Mexican Revolution
Paseo Bolívar - pedestrian street with cafés, shops, and cultural sites
El Reliz Park - modern recreational park with green spaces and trails

Distance from Chihuahua to Other Mexican Cities

Chihuahua to Ciudad Juárez - 370 km (230 miles)
Chihuahua to Delicias - 85 km (53 miles)
Chihuahua to Cuauhtémoc - 105 km (65 miles)
Chihuahua to Parral - 220 km (137 miles)
Chihuahua to Durango - 460 km (286 miles)
Chihuahua to Torreón - 560 km (348 miles)
Chihuahua to Zacatecas - 670 km (416 miles)
Chihuahua to Saltillo - 720 km (447 miles)
Chihuahua to Monterrey - 925 km (575 miles)
Chihuahua to Guadalajara - 1,050 km (652 miles)
Chihuahua to Mexico City - 1,450 km (901 miles)
Chihuahua to Hermosillo - 720 km (447 miles)

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