~ Places of Interest in Manzanillo ~

Manzanillo had been occupied by native Mexicans for centuries before the first conquistadors arrived. Besides sightseeing at ancient ruins, there are beautiful churches and missions from the early Spanish era. The weekly market is a wonderful place to feel the Mexican pulse and pick up some souvenirs.

Nature also offers attractive diversion for visitors. There are beaches, a volcano and hiking trails.

Near Club Santiago are the towns of Santiago and Salahua. Here there are many restaurants and some night clubs.

Santiago has a municipal Market open daily for fresh fish and vegetables. There are shops offering resort wear and traditional arts and crafts. Don’t miss the “tianguis” a traditional street market that sets up every Saturday in the streets of Santiago.

In Salahua is Plaza Manzanillo, a shopping mall with many stores including Comercial Mexicana, a huge store that offers everything from groceries and hardware to television sets.

Manzanillo

The bustling seaport of Manzanillo predates the Spanish conquest. Famous for its deep sea fishing expeditions, the city hosts the annual International Sailfish Tournament.

An active plaza, modern stores and a colorful public market offer visitors a taste of daily life in Mexico. The new Museum of Archeology, run by the Universidad de Colima, is worth the trip.