The Unique Geography of Baja California

The varied geography of Baja California would amaze you. With its diverse geography, it becomes a melting pot of various adventures. Baja is considered as a peninsula since bodies of water surround it. Its three regions are bordered by the Gulf of California and the Pacific Ocean. Baja also has diverse valley regions and mountains. It enjoys two varied geographical systems, in which the Baja region is divided into two. The northwest region of Baja, which is also known as the California region, is characterized by a Mediterranean type of climate. It has warm, dry climates and gets very cool in the winter. The remaining part of Baja is already a portion of the Sonora dessert. Hot and humid climate with very little rainfall is the type of climate experienced in the remaining parts of the peninsula.

Baja is like a travelers dream for a diverse range of fun and adventure. The seaside part of Baja caters to a lot of adrenaline pumping water sports. Not to mention the scenic view of the sea, as it runs along the Pacific Ocean. It’s a beautiful spot, to take a break from your phlebotomist training.  The shore of Baja is also home to a large number of marine species. Blue whales and sea lions also thrive in the island. It is the perfect spot to observe the various species of marine life.

Baja California takes pride in its lush marine life that is why it was regarded as the World’s Aquarium. The mountains of Baja, meanwhile, are very rich in mineral resources. Sierra de Juarez and Sierra de San Pedro Martir are considered the highest mountain ranges in Baja. It is teeming with turquoise, tungsten, copper beds and gold vein. The peninsula harbors several mountain chains that are breeding grounds of various mammals including gray foxes, white tail deer, pumas, and hawks and rattle snakes.

Baja is home to five municipalities namely Ensenada, Tecate, Mexicali, Tijuana and Playas del Rosario, with Mexicali being the city’s capital. Majority of the Baja’s population are comprised of Native Americans and the East Asians. Ethnic groups such as Europeans, mixed American Indian and Mestizos also live in Baja. Native Americans were believed to be the early settlers of the peninsula, whom were believed to have arrived in the area a thousand years ago. The Europeans slowly penetrated the peninsula in 1593.

Its diverse topography and geographical landscape, coupled with a diverse culture and ethnic groups as well as its rich marine life make this small peninsula a penchant for fame. Because of this, tourism in the area is truly a booming industry.