How safe is Zacatecas Mexico?

Is Zacatecas safe? Zacatecas has generally avoided the drug violence that has affected other parts of Mexico making it a safe destination to visit. US State Department travel warnings generally apply to the western part of the state of Zacatecas (south of Highway 45 and west of Highway 23) and not the city itself.

Should I be worried about traveling to Mexico?

Reconsider travel due to crime and kidnapping. Both violent and non-violent crime are common throughout Mexico state. Use caution in areas outside of the frequented tourist areas, although petty crime occurs frequently in tourist areas as well. U.S. citizens and LPRs have been victims of kidnapping.

Why should you not go to Mexico?

The U.S. Department of State issued Mexico a level 2 warning when traveling to the country, urging travelers to exercise extreme caution because of crime, kidnapping, and has noted some of the most dangerous places in Mexico that are best avoided.

Is there cartels in Zacatecas?

Zacatecas, once dominated by the old Zetas cartel, is being fought over by a dizzying number of cartels. Those jockeying for turf in Zacatecas include the Sinaloa, Jalisco, Gulf and Northeast cartels as well as remnants of the Zetas. The state has seen an increase in violence this year.

How safe is Fresnillo Zacatecas?

Fresnillo, a medium-sized city 60 kilometers north of Zacatecas that is notorious for violent crime, was identified as unsafe by 94.3\% of residents who participated in the survey. It was one of just three cities identified as unsafe by more than nine in 10 residents.

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Is Zacatecas a desert?

Although much of the Zacatecas region is desert, agriculture provides the state’s primary income. Zacatecas farmers are Mexico’s foremost producers of beans, chili peppers and cactus leaves and also grow significant guava, grape and peach crops.