La Peñita de Jaltemba - Mexico's Riviera Nayarit

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As the sun rises in la Peñita de Jaltemba, it is common to see fishermen’s nets spread out on the sand next to small boats and dozens of pelicans gently floating on the waves nearby.

La Peñita de Jaltemba is a warm destination with all the charms of a small fishing village.

This inviting retreat offers its visitors tranquility and natural beauty, and it is no wonder that numerous foreigners have made la Peñita de Jaltemba their new home.

And due to its close proximity to Guayabitos and Los Ayala, tranquil la Peñita de Jaltemba also offers its guests the exciting nightlife of these two neighboring destinations.

La Peñita was founded by the Mexicas who settled in this area on their journey from the island of Mexcaltitán to Tenochtitlán. And from this moment on, tradition has marked this town, lined with cobblestone streets softly illuminated at night under the glow of street lamps.

Every year in February, the Carnaval festival takes place, filling the streets with music, parades and great celebration.

Another time-honored tradition of town is the tianguis outdoor market set up every Thursday along the streets of La Peñita to offer visitors handicrafts, silver jewelry and Mexican cuisine.

And despite being a small town, La Peñita offers numerous lodging options from small hotels to bungalows so visitors can better enjoy the calm waters and soft sands. And perhaps you, like so many, will be moved to establish your new residence here.

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