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Is Taxco a part of Mexico?
Yes. It is a city in southern Mexico where the first silver mines were found by Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Taxco is home to the world-famous Taxco silver jewelry.
Where can one find more information on the city of Taxco?
One can find more information on the city of Taxco when one goes on the sites of Mexico. Taxco is a small city in Mexico and is famous for its silver ore and mining industry.
What famous ocean resort city is just south of Taxco?
Acapulco is such city.
Is Mexico City famous for its silversmiths?
No. That profession is of special relevance in the city of Taxco, where world-famous Taxco silver comes from.There are however, some renowned silversmiths in Mexico City, such as Casa TANE (see related links).
When was Taxco created?
Taxco was created in 1850.
What is the population of Taxco?
Taxco's population is 39,587.
What is the area of Taxco?
The area of Taxco is 347 square kilometers.
What is the population of Taxco de Alarcón - municipality -?
The population of Taxco de Alarcón - municipality - is 98,854.
What is the area of Taxco de Alarcón - municipality -?
The area of Taxco de Alarcón - municipality - is 347 square kilometers.
What type of jewelry does Mexico have?
It depends on the region. Southern states such as Chiapas are famous for their Amber jewelry; the town of Taxco is widely known for its Taxco silver jewelry.Northern states such as Zacatecas and Chihuahua, which have gold mines, have also many (however expensive) jewelry made of 14 karat gold.
What metal is mined near Taxco?
silver
What city in Mexico is named the silver city?
That would be Taxco, in the southern state of Guerrero, 106 miles south of Mexico City.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxco
