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Aguascalientes
 Capital: Aguascalientes
Population:
862,335

Description:
Aguascalientes is one of Mexico's smallest states. The name Aguascalientes, 'hot waters' in Spanish, refers to the numerous hot springs throughout the state. Aguascalientes began as a fort to protect wagon trains that were carrying silver from Zacatecas to Mexico City.

Aguascalientes is the home to many renowned colonial cathedrals and structures. The city is also famous for its annual San Marcos Fair 'Feria de San Marcos' which is held from late April to early May. Expect to see bountiful arts & crafts, parades, and plenty of bullfights and cockfights.

 
 
State Website: www.aguascalientes.gob.mx
   
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