Baja California is the twelfth largest state by area in Mexico. Baja California is one of Mexico´s most popular places, visited by millions of people over the last decade. When you travel to Baja California you may wish to check out the Baja California hotels we have available or maybe you´d like to rent a car in Baja California? We also offer extensive day trips in Baja California. This unique place has simply amazing. We´ve also compiled a list of Travel books on Baja California Mexico. Its geography ranges from beaches to forests and deserts. The backbone of the state is the Sierra de Baja California, where the Picacho del Diablo, the highest point of the peninsula, is located. This mountain range divides the weather patterns in the state. In the northwest, the weather offers a Mediterranean climate. In center, the weather changes to be more humid due to the increased altitude. Valleys such as the Valle de Guadalupe, the major wine producing area in Mexico are found at these altitudes. The east of the mountain range you´ll find the Sonoran Desert which dominates the landscape. To the south, the weather becomes drier near the Vizcaino Desert. The state is also home to numerous islands off both of its shores such as Guadalupe Island, which is part of Baja California. Also the islands of Coronado, Todos Santos and Cedros Islands are also on the Pacific Shore. Off the Gulf of California, the largest island is the Angel de la Guarda, separated from the peninsula by the deep Canal de Ballenas fault area.