Copper Canyon known by Barranca del Cobre is a net of many gorges originating in the Sierra Madre mountains of Mexico. Today when spirituality is defined as wellness, healing and rejuvenation, Copper Canyon serves as the best tourist destination for travelers seeking relief from modern life.
Copper Canyon Climates and Vegetation
The higher areas of the mountains remain cold for most of the year. The lower regions are warm and humid. Most of the higher areas remained covered with snow during the months from November to February. August to October is the ideal season. There is abundant growth of fruits, vegetables and crops in the fertile high regions of the Copper Canyon. The area has flourishing fields of geraniums, fuchsia, peonies, wild flowers and roses.Cannons of the Great Canyon
Urique Canyon is one of the major canyons and can be reached by train and road. Being the deepest gorge the canyon provides outstanding vantage points. The Cerocahui village has wonderful natural beauty. Yepáravo and El Salto water falls can be reached by horse riding. Sinforosa Canyon which is called the Queen of Canyon offers breath taking views and heady fragrance of the mountain air remains the constant companion of the travelers. The canyon of Batopilas has some famous silver mines in its deeper areas. The Candameña Canyon is no less important because of the Piedra Volada and Basaseachi Falls. Huapoca Canyon features some of the historical ruins of 800 years old. Oteros and Chinipas Canyons can be reached from Divisadero and Creel.Copper Canyon Attractions
Besides the natural beauty of the canyons the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railway and Cusarare Falls are the major attractions of the Copper Canyon. The tourists are sure to enjoy the scenic journey which covers a journey of eighty five tunnels.Apart from pollution free environs, Copper Canyon city provides clear skies and perfect natural beauty.
