Below is the list of cities and towns in Mexico whose name begins with the letter Q. You will also find some general information about each of them.
| City/Town | State | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Querétaro | Querétaro | 1,049,000 |
| Quimixtlán | Puebla | 8,000 |
| Quintana Roo | Yucatán | 3,000 |
| Quiroga | Michoacán | 27,000 |
Querétaro
Querétaro is the capital of the state of Querétaro, located in central Mexico. It is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, known for its modern infrastructure and rich colonial history. The city’s name is derived from the Purépecha word “Queréndaro,” which means “place of the ball game.” Querétaro played a pivotal role in Mexican history, including during the Mexican War of Independence and as the place where the Mexican Constitution was signed in 1917.
Quimixtlán
Quimixtlán is a small town located in the state of Puebla, nestled in the Sierra Madre Oriental. The town’s name comes from the Nahuatl language and means “place of the sacred cochineal,” referring to the red dye-producing insect. The town is known for its scenic landscapes and is part of the Coffee Route, a tourist circuit dedicated to showcasing the region’s coffee production.
Quintana Roo
Quintana Roo is a small town in the state of Yucatán, not to be confused with the larger state of the same name. The town is named after Andrés Quintana Roo, a prominent figure in Mexico’s War of Independence. Quintana Roo is a rural community with agriculture as its main economic activity.
Quiroga
Quiroga is a town in the state of Michoacán, located near Lake Pátzcuaro. The town is named after Vasco de Quiroga, a Spanish bishop known for his efforts to protect and support indigenous communities during the colonial period. Quiroga is famous for its crafts, particularly woodwork, and its traditional Mexican street food, especially carnitas (slow-cooked pork).
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