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Campeche

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
Campeche city (1990 pop. 150,518), capital of Campeche state, SE Mexico, on the Yucatán peninsula. It is fortified and surrounded by 18th-century walls. Although it remains an export center for the surrounding region, Campeche's economy is increasingly linked to the offshore oil fields in the Bay of Campeche. The city, once the site of the pre-Columbian town called Kimpech (whose remains are still observable), was founded in 1540 by the son of the Spanish conquistador Francisco de Montejo. It was sacked frequently by English buccaneers. From 1862 to 1864, French forces blockaded the city.... Read more
Campeche
Campeche Pronunciation: kahm-PEH-cheh. Origin of state name: The name Campeche is of Mayan origin and has three possible meanings: It...because snakes appear on many ancient structures. Capital: Campeche. Entered country: 1862. Coat of Arms: The red background... Read more
Campeche
City (pop., 2000: 190,813), capital of Campeche state, Mexico. The Spanish town was founded...became the capital of the newly created Campeche state in 1863. It is a service centre for offshore oil drilling facilities. Campeche Campeche Campeche Read more

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