Tecate, Border city in Baja California, Mexico
The city extends across a valley surrounded by mountains, including the prominent Kuuchamaa peak, with a population exceeding 108,000 inhabitants.
Juan Bandini received Rancho Tecate as a land grant in 1829, but conflicts with Kumeyaay people led to temporary abandonment until formal city incorporation in 1892.
The sacred mountain Kuuchamaa maintains deep connections to Kumeyaay traditions through ceremonies and community gatherings that preserve indigenous heritage.
The Tecate Port of Entry connects Mexico with California, while Mexican Federal Highway 2 provides direct routes to both Tijuana and Mexicali.
The Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma Brewery produces Tecate beer within the city, contributing to its industrial identity and economic development since the early 20th century.
GPS coordinates: 32.43593,-116.27366
Latest update: April 23, 2025 20:19
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