Introduction

Founded on the peninsula’s only navigable river, Mulege is lined with date palms and olive groves, and graced by a lovely old mission — a perfect town for strolling and enjoying the scenery.

Among its attractions are its phenomenal location at the mouth of beautiful Bahia de Concepcion and its former prison-without-bars. Ask about local jeep-accessed trips to the prehistoric cave paintings in the surrounding hills.

The best accommodations are offered by Posada de las Flores (T. (615) 153 0188; www.posadadelasflores.com), an Italian-owned hacienda-style hotel on a lovely property on Santa Ines Bay.