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About Lake Chapala lakefront villages

Things to do in this Area (Ajijijc and San Antonio):
* Ride a boat / BASS lake fishing (abundant and well kept secret)
* Hike: From flat begginer trails to 50 mile mountain hikes
* Little Theater - US style
* Bird Watching
* Shopping
* Music Concerts (Auditorio del Lago)
* Golf, Tennis, Aerobics, Yoga
* Bridge and Garden Clubs
* International Cuisine
* Local Festivals and Markets
* Spanish Lessons



Ajijic and San Antonio are nearby lake-front villages that offer the unparalleled experience of life in a quaint Mexican village ... with all the services and amenities of a nearby city, 6 million plus Guadalajara

Lake Chapala Weather, Rated by National Geographic as the 2nd Best Climate in the World, the semi-tropical climate in Lake Chapala, Mexico, is probably the first Major
attraction to the area


Ajijic and Guadalajara IDH, (Human development Index made by UN) is among the highest's in México, and comparable with countries like United Kingdom, that's another reason why many expats like this place to live in. Snowbirds from all over Canada and Northern U.S. Come to escape the cold winters and “Sunbirds” from the Sunbelt States (the Lakeside area is only 600 miles from Texas - 965.6 km) come for the summer months to get away from the heat and humidity of places such as Florida, Missoury, Arizona, Texas and parts of California. And, of course, people come from many other places all over the world

It is highly recommended to rent at least one full season before you buy a house, adapting to Mexican culture can take a while

Clearly this near-perfect lake Chapala weather is a major factor in why it has one of the largest population of Americans and Canadians outside Canada or the U.S., as well as many Europeans—people from thirty-one nations enjoy the beauty along the shores of Lake Chapala. The Lakeside area has become a retirement haven for people from all over the world who come to enjoy the warm days and cool nights along the shores of our beautiful lake. And, people seem to feel better here, because active lifestyles are a direct result of our beautiful weather, and the motto “Live Younger Longer” clearly is strongly endorsed

No air-conditioning, no heating, almost no humidity allows you to live an outdoor life here where your garden is like a private park, just for you. Crimson sunrises and golden sunsets serve to heighten enjoyment of each majestic day. A wonderful laid back life to enjoy. Most Services will be easy to access and bilingual (English - Spanish). Though you will find expats in every village, the majority live in the various subdivisions between Chapala and Ajijic (San Antonio is in the middle). Some say this area has a micro-climate and that the article by National Geographic rating the area as the "2nd Best Climate in the World" actually refers to this particular stretch of the Lakeside

Please note that to enjoy this perfect weather it is extremely important to live in a house with good orientation, if your bedroom faces west, you will be very hot during the April to June period and so on

A large community of foreign residents enjoy life Ajijic and San Antonio including an estimated 20,000 U.S. citizens and Canadians

About Chapala Lake - Ajijic - San Antonio Weather

From Wiki Answers

What place has the best weather in the world

In: Travel and Places

Lake Chapala and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico averages 80 degrees Fahrenheit year round and about 350 days of extremely sunny days. Even in the hottest days of the year it the temperature rarely hits 100 and you still get the cooling breezes off of the Pacific and Sea of Cortez. The best weather in world is in Lake Chapala, it is at 1,000 meters above the sea (3000 feet), it is a lake of 1000 Square kilometers surrounded by mountains, this creates a micro climate that feels like spring all year



Travel



Despite what you have heard, we Mexicans travel all the country and feel safe (if you don't sell drugs or arms and are street smart you are fine). The photo is Tamul waterfalls in the Huasteca. Oaxaca, Merida, Chiapas, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Michoacan and countless destinations are beautiful, interesting. Super budget to super luxury is available.



Shopping



Local artisans, art, german bread, Tachihuales (Ajijic bread), black cofee, Walmart, Autozone, bazars, fancy stores, used bargains, craft beer, artisan jewelry, Furniture stores, are now everyday amenities, one hour trip to Guadalajara will take you to price clubs, large malls and "big city" shopping



Old Town



Chapala north shore has been inhabited for thousands of years, continuous population has been recorded by visitors since the early 1500s. You will find typical architecture and old town cobbled stoned streets



Medical services


Mexican free "seguro popular" will provide unlimited care, if you prefer private practitioners, new hospitals and many doctors and dentists are praised by locals and expats for the quality and professionalism of their work, click here to read how I use medical services in Mexico


Bird watchers paradise



More than 150 species live in the area, some organizations like "lake Chapala birders", keep track of permanent and migratory species while enjoying get togethers and activities (photo of American White pelican that migrate by the thousands every Winter)



BASS Fishing



Introduced to Chapala by 2015, Bass is now a common species at the lake . A well kept secret that fishermen are slowly discovering



Music and art festivals



Northern lights festival in February, shows and plays are available every week activities for art lovers. Ajijic has also become populated by numerous painters and graphic artists, enjoy the galleries.



Diverse activities



With a mix of local, expats and Guadalajaran's Ajijic is a diverse community, Yoga classes, temazcal events, art shows, moon gathering (photo) and more, Ajijic is vibrant with diversity



Hikers routes



From basic 1 hour hikes to Expert 8 hours hikes, expats and locals organize groups (Ajijic Hiking group) and events (Chupinaya or campanaria race, family runs and more) to enjoy the surrounding mountains and hills (photo taken from La Mesa forest above Ajijic, 5 hour hike)



Eating out



Chapala north shore will give you plenty of options. Italian, German, chineese, japaneese, Argentinian, French, US, Sea food and more will keep your stomach full, your taste happy and your pocket full (Average prices for eating out are a fraction compared to the US or Canada)



Local celebrations



Mexican independence, Christmas, and many celebrations are part of life. On day of the death (día de Muertos) families visit cemeteries, share music, drink and food with their death, and with you, the death will remain unfed, Halloween has mixed in



Golf



A 9 hole golf course is available in San Antonio village, another in San Nicolas (30 minute drive) and 10 more in Guadalajara (one hour drive, more expensive )



Mexican flowers



Mexico is the 5th most biodiverse country in the world, plants will flower all year and some pants and trees will keep their flowers permanently



Live with Mexicans



Remember your new country is Mexico, we own a different cultural heritage, learn to love it, don't expect to be in your country, highways are not as good and ways are different. You will find many open minded expats, 80% of new residents will adapt