Facts about Chihuahua, Mexico
| Country | Mexico |
| State | Chihuahua |
| Region | Northern Mexico |
| State Capital | Chihuahua City |
| Named After | From Nahuatl, commonly interpreted as "dry and sandy place" |
| Established | 1824 |
| Statehood | 1824 |
| Coordinates | 28.6353掳 N, 106.0889掳 W |
| Total Area | 247,455 sq km |
| Land Area | 247,087 sq km |
| Water Area | 368 sq km |
| Population (2020) | 3.74 million |
| Population Rank | Second-largest state by area in Mexico |
| Major City | Ciudad Ju谩rez |
| Main Industries | Manufacturing, Mining, Agriculture, Aerospace, Trade |
| Major Airport | General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time (UTC-07:00) |
| Known For | Copper Canyon, Desert landscapes, Manufacturing hubs |
| Website | https://www.chihuahua.gob.mx |
Top Attractions in Chihuahua, Mexico
- Catedral Metropolitana de Chihuahua - historic cathedral with baroque architecture
- Quinta Gameros - iconic Art Nouveau mansion and cultural museum
- Museo Casa Chihuahua - museum focused on regional history and Miguel Hidalgo
- Plaza de Armas - central square surrounded by historic buildings
- Palacio de Gobierno de Chihuahua - government palace famous for its murals
- Grutas de Nombre de Dios - impressive caves located just outside the city
- Museo Semilla - interactive science museum ideal for families
- Aquiles Serd谩n House Museum - historic home linked to the Mexican Revolution
- Paseo Bol铆var - pedestrian street with caf茅s, shops, and cultural sites
- El Reliz Park - modern recreational park with green spaces and trails
Distance from Chihuahua to Other Mexican Cities
- Chihuahua to Ciudad Ju谩rez - 370 km (230 miles)
- Chihuahua to Delicias - 85 km (53 miles)
- Chihuahua to Cuauht茅moc - 105 km (65 miles)
- Chihuahua to Parral - 220 km (137 miles)
- Chihuahua to Durango - 460 km (286 miles)
- Chihuahua to Torre贸n - 560 km (348 miles)
- Chihuahua to Zacatecas - 670 km (416 miles)
- Chihuahua to Saltillo - 720 km (447 miles)
- Chihuahua to Monterrey - 925 km (575 miles)
- Chihuahua to Guadalajara - 1,050 km (652 miles)
- Chihuahua to Mexico City - 1,450 km (901 miles)
- Chihuahua to Hermosillo - 720 km (447 miles)

