Chihuahua, the largest state in Mexico, is located in its northwestern part. It is characterized by rugged mountainous terrain and wide valleys. Dominant is Siera Madre Occidental with the biggest attraction of the state - Las Barrancas del Cobre. It is a magnificent system of canyons, larger and deeper than the Grand Canyon. In the mountainous part of the state there are two national parks - Cumbres de Majalca National Park and Basaseachic Falls National Park. There are also the two largest waterfalls in Mexico in the area - Basaseachic Falls and Piedra Volada. Mountain areas allow extensive logging as well as the use of mineral deposits. On the slopes of the Sierra Madre, there are large prairies, which are the source of much of agricultural production. Due to the diverse climate, the state has a very diverse fauna and flora. Most people live along the Rio Grande and Conchos river valleys. The three most important economic centers in the state are - Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, which is the capital, and Cuauhtémoc. Steve