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Sonora is a small country located in the Sonoran Desert. It is separate from Mexico and is an English speaking state.

Geography
Sonora is a small coastal country, and does not, like its name may suggest fulfill the whole Mexican state of Sonora.

The country is entirely desert, covered by The Sonora Desert. Major landforms include 'El Elegante Crater' and 'El Pinacate Mountain.'

The capital city is Rocky Point City located on the coast, formerly known as Puerto Penasco under spanish rule. Its second largest city is Joshua Tree, named after a native plant to Sonora. (Not to be confused with Joshua Tree in California).

History
Sonara was never part of Mexico, after Mexicos independance from spain in 1810 it was still ruled by Spain. It was not until in 1896 when America stepped in and forced the Spanish rule out of Sonora that it became independant, however with an alliance with the United States, and has since taken on a more American Culture with its main language being English.

Politics
Sonora has a short and peaceful political history, the country is ruled by a parliamentary system where the President is the head of state, and the Prime Minister is the head of Cabinet.

Sonora is considered to be a more liberal country than others, Gambling is widely allowed, so is Gun Ownership.

Economy
Sonora is a rather undeveloped nation. The main economy of Sonora is based on Tourism, Agriculture and Fishing. The main tourism spots are Encada Beach and Joshua Tree where there are casinos and resorts.

Sonoras main corporations are First Bank of Sonora, Sonora Gaming (Casino Owners), TeleSonara (Sateillite Television, Mobile Phone and Boradband Provider), Sonostar (Mobile Phone and Internet Provider) and Sonara Airlines (National Airline).

Transport
Sonora has a modern transport system, it has a Highway system consisting of two roads. One connecting Rocky Point with other towns and villages in a loop, and one connecting Sonora to Mexico Border.

Sonora has a national bus transit system, aswell as a Metro Bus in Rocky Point City. Most people in Sonora own a car, many of which originate from the US.

Sonora has one international airport, Rocky Point International, connecting Sonora to predominantly Mexico and the US.

Music
Sonora does not have its own native music form. Most music comes from the US, as does much of its cultural influences.