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Visit the Area

Lake Chapala is the largest basin lake in Mexico, covering an area of 109,801 hectares, 78.5 km long and 20.5 km at its widest.  Thanks to the temperate climate and picturesque towns, the Chapala shoreline (Ribera de Chapala) is a paradise for national and international tourists.

Enjoy the tranquil lifestyle found in Ajijic. The friendly atmosphere makes it easy to meet new friends. You'll find that there is a large foreign community and an infrastructure of services in place that makes living relaxed and comfortable.  More than 6,000 Americans and Canadians have decided to put down roots Lakeside. Among them you'll find many people who have brought their creativity with them and help to enhance the vitality and spirit of the community.

There is a wealth of activity to choose from: golf, tennis, horseback riding, boating, fishing, or hiking. You can participate in a variety of clubs and organizations - Bridge Clubs, the Culinary Arts Society, the Garden Club - workshops, conferences, classes and English-language religious services within the Lakeside community.  Weekly publications Lakeside keep residents abreast of upcoming gatherings and events. Or just sit back, relax and enjoy life!

Come and Sample a Week in Ajijic to "see" the village up close and personal.  Stay at one of our friendly B&Bs or mini hotels. 

Explore, ask questions, experience life on the Lakeside.

You will find many wonderful buys in Mexico -- hand-loomed wool rugs and blankets; ceramics, pottery and hand-blown glass; a variety of leather goods; jewelry fashioned from silver, gold, onyx, abalone, amethyst and semi-precious stones

The markets abound with fresh produce, spices and a variety of goods. If you find that you really have a craving for a taste of something from back home, that too is available in the local grocery stores or major super chain stores like Costco, Wal-Mart or Sears in Guadalajara.

Many people want to know how we fill our days and nights here in the village of Ajijic.  A visit Lakeside provides an opportunity to explore pre-Hispanic Jalisco mixed with traces of a colonial era, reflected in the architecture and the traditions of its villages. During your visit to the area, you'll have the opportunity to experience the lifestyle!

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