CALEXICO & THE IMPERIAL VALLEY, CALIFORNIA

CALEXICO, THE BORDER TOWN WITH MEXICALI

Their name came from the fusion of the two words “Mexico” - “California” and “California”-“Mexico” respectively, their names were chosen as a gesture of international friendship.

One of several sets of “sister cities” along the border with deep cultural, family and economic ties. It’s here that the beauty and charm of the sister city is found: the voluntary forging of ties to encourage cultural understanding, friendship and exchange, as well as more practical applications, like trade agreements and business partnerships.

The border that divides Calexico in California and Mexicali in Mexico has for generations been more of a marker than a barrier.

Calexico's climate is sunny year-round, and offers little to inhibit outdoor recreation. Golfing, water sports, hunting, fishing and hiking are all available in the immediate area, and the beautiful beaches of San Diego and Baja California are easily accessible for day trips or fun-filled vacations. Just across the border, Mexicali is a cultural and entertainment center offering ample opportunity for fine dining, theatre, music and more.