Nazas is a town in the state of Durango, in north-western Mexico.[1] The town of Nazas is the seat of the municipality of Nazas. As of 2010, the town of Nazas had a population of 3,622.[2]
The greatest extent of the solar eclipse of 8 April 2024 was near the town of Nazas, with a totality of about 4 minutes and 28 seconds.[4][5]
Economy
An important agricultural product of the municipality is pecan nut. The town is known as the Paraíso de la Nuez.[6] The pecan varieties grown are Wisha and Western. By planted acreage, pecan is second to alfalfa.[6]