ENSENADA

city, northwestern Baja California Norte state, northwestern Mexico. It is on Baha (bay) Todos Santos of the Pacific Ocean, 43 ft (13 m) above sea level. The climate is cool and dry. Ensenada, the third largest city in Baja California Norte, derives much of its income from tourism, for it is only about 75 mi (120 km) south of Tijuana, on the United States border. Attractions include excellent seafood, swimming, hunting, and deep-sea fishing. It is one of Mexico's most important Pacific ports. Agriculture (wheat, barley, and wine grapes), livestock raising, and fishing (sardines and lobster) are also important. The city has experienced substantial growth since 1950. It is accessible by highway and air as well as by ocean. Pop. (1979 est.) 129,000.