Tree-carpeted hills outside Puerto Vallarta, Mexico 1167627600

Tree-carpeted hills outside Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Tree-carpeted hills outside Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Green tree-covered hills can be seen from the perspective of a an airplane. A lake sits at the bottom of a valley in the foreground.Puerto Vallarta is a port town on Mexico's west coast. It is a popular port of call for cruise ships and has developed a vibrant tourism industry. The town is celebrated for its constant tropical weather as well as its beaches and adjoining islands. Recently, pollution from inadequate city sewage capabilities has caused health problems with its coastal waters, leading to a downturn in tourism.

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