Sonora (Concert of Europe)

Sonora is a province in the northwestern corner of, bordered by to its east,  to its north, the  to its west, and  to its south. It is a predominantly mountainous province, dominated by the tall mountains and mesas of the Sierra Madre, as well as deep valleys and gorges.

The province had a troubled history, having attempted to secede a few times and with numerous episodes of guerrilla and infighting between natives and the Mexican authorities. Today it has been pacified, and its richness of natural resources have made it a prosperous region, despite its harsh climate and rough terrain. The main industries are mining and agriculture, with beef production and grains cultivation being predominant.