Playa la Ropa, Pacific coast beach in Zihuatanejo, Mexico.
Description
Playa la Ropa is a 1.5-kilometer (approximately 1 mile) sandy beach along the Pacific coast in Guerrero state, framed by palm groves and mountain ridges that rise behind the shore.
History
A Spanish merchant vessel carrying textiles sank offshore during the colonial period, causing fabrics to wash ashore and eventually naming the beach. This shipwreck story connects the place to centuries of maritime trade.
Culture
Fishermen still sell their catch fresh from the boats to the restaurants along the shore, a daily practice that shapes how locals and visitors experience the waterfront.
Practical
Water temperatures remain warm year-round between 75 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit (24-29 °C), making swimming comfortable at any time. The bay's natural shape creates sheltered areas that work well for visitors of all ages.
Did you know?
Ocean currents create natural swimming pools within the bay that function like protected water areas for both active play and leisure. These naturally formed zones give the beach a distinctive advantage for water-based activities.
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