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Where is Iguala de la Independencia, Mexico

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Iguala de la Independencia, commonly referred to as Iguala, is a city located in the state of Guerrero, Mexico. It is situated in the southern part of Mexico, in the Guerrero region. Iguala is known for its historical significance, as it was the site of important events during the Mexican War of Independence. It's also known for its vibrant culture and local traditions.

Iguala De La Independencia Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Iguala de la Independencia, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Guerrero
Region	Southern Mexico
Municipal Seat	Iguala de la Independencia
Named After	Mexico’s War of Independence
Established	1533
Municipality Status	1821
Coordinates	18.3454° N, 99.5395° W
Total Area	567 sq km
Land Area	567 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	140,363
Population Rank	Third-largest city in Guerrero
Major City	Iguala de la Independencia
Main Industries	Jewelry Manufacturing, Commerce, Services
Major Airport	General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (ACA)
Time Zone	Central Time (UTC-06:00)
Known For	Birthplace of the Mexican flag, Jewelry industry
Website	https://www.iguala.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Iguala de la Independencia, Mexico

Bandera Monumental de Iguala - massive Mexican flag and iconic city landmark
Plaza de las Tres Garantías - historic square tied to the Plan of Iguala
Museo de la Bandera y Santuario de la Patria - museum dedicated to the Mexican flag and national history
Parroquia de San Francisco de Asís - historic church in the city center
Zócalo de Iguala - central plaza with shops, cafés, and local life
Laguna de Tuxpan - nearby lagoon ideal for relaxing and nature viewing
Monumento a Vicente Guerrero - monument honoring the independence leader
Casa de la Cultura de Iguala - cultural center hosting art exhibits and events
Parque Industrial Iguala - area reflecting the city’s economic activity
Local Jewelry Markets - shops showcasing Iguala’s famous gold jewelry craftsmanship

Distance from Iguala de la Independencia to Other Mexican Cities

Iguala de la Independencia to Chilpancingo - 90 km (56 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Taxco - 40 km (25 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Cuernavaca - 100 km (62 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Toluca - 160 km (99 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Puebla - 230 km (143 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Morelia - 240 km (149 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Querétaro - 300 km (186 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Mexico City - 190 km (118 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Veracruz - 430 km (267 miles)
Iguala de la Independence to Oaxaca - 360 km (224 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Guadalajara - 640 km (398 miles)
Iguala de la Independencia to Monterrey - 1,000 km (621 miles)

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