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Coahuila

Imagine a giant Mexican state with huge deserts, long borders, and exciting cities! Let's explore Coahuila!

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CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
CIDH visita Coahuila
Mexico Coahuila location map (urban areas)

Key Facts

Location
Northern Mexico.
Population
About 3.1 million people.
Area
Over 151,000 square kilometers (bigger than many countries!).
Capital
Saltillo.
Languages
Spanish.
Fun Fact
Coahuila has a border with the United States that is longer than 500 kilometers!

Where is Coahuila?

Coahuila is a super big state in Mexico, like a giant puzzle piece! It's so large, it's the third biggest state in the whole country. To the north, it has a super long border with the United States, right next to Texas. It also touches other Mexican states like Nuevo León, Zacatecas, Durango, and Chihuahua. Think of it as a big neighbor to many places!

What Does it Look Like?

Coahuila is mostly dry and sunny, with lots of wide-open spaces and deserts. You might see mountains and big, flat plains. It's a place where the sun shines a lot! The land is so vast, it's hard to imagine! It's like having a playground that's bigger than many countries!

Big Cities and Busy People!

The biggest city in Coahuila is called Saltillo, and it's also the capital, where the main government buildings are. Another very important city is Torreón. These cities are full of people who live, work, and play there. Imagine a city with more people than your whole school and all the schools nearby put together!

What Do People Do There?

People in Coahuila work in many ways. Some work in factories making things, and others work with the land. They also trade with people in other parts of Mexico and even in the United States because of their long border. It's a busy place with lots of different jobs!

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