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Cuernavaca, Morelos is the capital city of the state of Morelos in Mexico. The city, whose original name was Cuauhnahuac, is also the municipal seat of the municipality of Cuernavaca. Cuernavaca is located about 85 km. (50 miles) south of Mexico City on the M-95 freeway. It is known as "the city of eternal spring" because of its consistent 27 °C year-round weather. Cuernavaca is truly in the heart of Mexico, and is surrounded by some of the most beautiful and culturally rich regions of the country.

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Tourism

Cuernavaca has always been a popular vacation destination for people from the Mexico City valley, from the Aztec kings, to the Spaniards and now the rich and famous. The opportunity for interesting side trips are many, all being within only a couple of hours drive, at most, from the capital. Many sights, from populous Mexico City to 18,000 feet volcanoes are a short distance from the heart of the city.

Cuernavaca is a favorite spot of people the world over for its historical interest, its striking scenery, its colorful life, and its delightful climate. The terrain is hilly and the streets are narrow and quaint. A wide variety of activities is available with all of the normal services of a modern city. The city bus system is economical and easy to use. This condition has added historical value to the city. The city has examples of ancient Aztec and Tlahuica cultures and of colonial buildings such as the Palacio de Cortés. Cuernavaca has historical sites from the Revolution, workshops of important artists, and more.

The city has a number of language schools and has, for more than 25 years, been hosting visitors from around the world for the learning of the Spanish language.

In literature

Albeit somewhat disguised, Cuernavaca is the setting for Malcolm Lowry's harrowing novel of alcohol-induced self-destruction, i

Famous People

The Argentine writer Manuel Puig moved to Cuernavaca in 1989 and died there in 1990. Erich Fromm had also lived here around 1950.