Among the world’s best climates Several towns and villages comprise the greater Ajijic area, which is referred to collectively as “Lakeside.” At an elevation of about 5,000 feet, Ajijic is located next to the largest lake in Mexico, Lake Chapala, and is ringed by dramatic mountain ranges on all sides. The area boasts one of the finest climates in the world. The elevation and semi-arid climate moderates the temperatures and humidity, allowing for pleasant outdoor living year-round.

Active Culture, Dining and Leisure Long a lure for artists, writers, musicians, and other creative individuals, you’ll find a rich variety of local and international music events, galleries, art shows, writers clubs, festivals, local crafts, painting classes, and all sorts of community events. You’ll also find innumerable high quality dining options throughout the Lakeside region to suit any taste and budget.

Ajijic, Mexico: A privileged place to live. After Chapala, Ajijic is Lakeside’s best known town. Around 1941, “Petticoat Vagabond” Neil James – a contemporary at Scribners of Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Thomas Wolf – made her home in the village. Among many altruistic deeds, she planted mulberry trees and experimented with silk weaving, then cotton weaving as a cottage industry for local residents. Restaurant Los Telares is housed on a part of the property where weaving workshops, with their rustic handlooms, or telares, were situated..

Ajijic: the heart of Lake Chapala living The town is still the focus for the arts on Lake Chapala’s northern shore. With galleries seemingly everywhere you turn and handicrafts of all kinds, its weekend art walks invite you to view the art and meet the artists..

There is a market held every Wednesday in Ajijic, right next to the El Torito Shopping Center, all expats know it by “The Wednesday Market” or “Tianguis”. It is a highlight in town and you will find many locals shopping for their weekly vegetables, fruits, fish, meat and anything else you can think of. There is much to do in Ajijic, social events, art shows, dances
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Take a look into our Community There is no real words to describe the magic and energy that is felt in Ajijic, you have to come experience it for yourself to see why so many foreigners call it their home. While you browse through the Access website you will start to fall in love with the area and get a taste of what the community is like. .