Veracruz

Veracruz, also known as Heroica Veracruz, is a major port city and municipal seat for the surrounding municipality of Veracruz on the Gu…
Veracruz, also known as Heroica Veracruz, is a major port city and municipal seat for the surrounding municipality of Veracruz on the Gulf of Mexico and the most populous city in the Mexican state of Veracruz. The city is located along the coast in the central part of the state, 90 km southeast of the state capital Xalapa.
  • Country: Mexico
  • State: Veracruz
  • Established: 22 April 1519 · (505 years ago)
  • Founded by: Hernán Cortés
  • Elevation: 10 m (30 ft)
  • Municipality: Veracruz
  • Founded as: Villa Rica de la Vera Cruz
Data from: en.wikipedia.org