Alvarado, Port city in Veracruz, Mexico
The city extends along the Papaloapan River delta, where freshwater streams merge with the Gulf of Mexico, creating an extensive lagoon system.
Founded in 1518 as San Cristobal de Alvarado, the settlement received its town status in 1816 from King Ferdinand VII of Spain.
Local fishermen maintain traditional techniques for catching shrimp and fish in the lagoon waters, supporting the regional gastronomy.
Federal Highways 180 and 175 connect Alvarado with Veracruz city, located 64 kilometers north along the Gulf of Mexico coast.
The Alvarado lagoon system forms a natural barrier between the mainland and the Gulf of Mexico, creating specialized ecosystems for local wildlife.
Location: Alvarado Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 10 m
Website: http://alvarado.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 18.77143,-95.76181
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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