Concluding Thought

San Diego and Tijuana are two neighboring cities, each developing separately out of their own conditions. Yet both have grown from small towns to mid-sized cities at phenomenal rates and are both projected to continue growing at a rapid rate. Many San Diego residents have an unfavorable opinion of Tijuana. This is apparent when one observes the development of the border from both sides. San Diego is set relatively far back from the border with very little engagement except at the border crossings whereas Tijuana is literally shoved right up against the wall from the ocean to the mountains.

The fabric of Tijuana is evolving as it was once a city set up as a final stop before getting into the United States. Because of that, for years there was little to no pride in the city or organized community development. As the city has grown to be the second largest manufacturer of goods in Mexico, communities have developed and the city is becoming a destination rather than merely a stepping stone.

Regardless of the past relationship issues between these two cities, the connections are undeniable and the possibilities are endless.