Michoacan is Mexico's New Retirement Hot Spot

Via Mexatua.net:

Here is a list of reasons why Michoacán is predicted to become Mexico's Number 1 retirement destination. Can you name any other reasons?

Michoacán abounds with agricultural richness and is the number one exporter of avocado in the world

Rich in culture and crafts

Great year-around climate for seniors

Morelia, the capital, is less than a five hour drive from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo

The state has a network of high speed highways

International flights serve Uruapan and Morelia

Morelia, the capital, is the place for many cultural events and festivals

The meseta Purepecha is rich in tradition and indigenous culture

At night Morelia is a city of lights with its spectacular XVIth century buildings lit up

Michoacan has its own variety of Mexican cuisine

The village of Paracho produces world class guitars and violins

Paricutin is the volcano that erupted in 1943

There are more than 6,000 extinct volcanoes in Michoacán

Unlike some of the beach areas, there are many affordable properties for sale