Los Cabos (“the capes”) is a magnificent municipality located at the tip of the Southern Baja California Peninsula, Mexico. It is sought-after by tourists and adventure-seekers for its breathtaking beaches and resorts. Los Cabos has a population of approximately 164, 162 according to the 2005 census. Its total land mass is 3, 451.51 km2 (1, 332.635 sq mi).
The towns within Los Cabos include that of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. In between these two towns is the Los Cabos Corridor.
Cabo San Lucas (popularly known as Cabo) is a bustling city in the southernmost tip of the Baja California peninsula, where the Sea of Cortes and Pacific Ocean meet. Its population is approximately 56,811 based on the 2005 census. Cabo San Lucas is considered the largest city within the Los Cabos area. It is fast becoming one of the favorite holiday destinations in this part of Mexico. It offers an abundance of sport fish and spas which attracted a lot of foreign and Mexican tourist.
Compared with Cabo San Lucas, the town of San Jose del Cabo offers a more laidback and natural charm that is typical of many Mexican towns. It has a population of 48, 518. San Jose del Cabo posses an 18th century picturesque quality that attracts many tourists. Moreover, the place offers activities like horseback riding, golf, bird watching, and shopping.
Los Cabos Corridor is a 20-mile stretch of resorts, luxury hotels in between the towns of Cabo San Lucas and San Juan del Cabo.
Los Cabos presents a very unique and diverse geography. It has untouched desert landscape, exquisite white beaches and magnificent rock outcroppings. The “El Arco” is Los Cabos’ most famous geographic landmark. It is a distinctive rock formation situated at the tip of Land’s End in Cabo San Lucas. Those who have seen it claims that it resembles a Triceratops taking a drink of water.