Why is it called the Sea of Cortez?

Why is it called the Sea of Cortez? The name “Sea of Cortés” is the one preferred by most local residents. It was named in honor of Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés (or “Cortez”) by Francisco de Ulloa in 1539. Ulloa originally believed that the gulf led to the mythical Strait of Anian, which connected the … Continue reading Why is it called the Sea of Cortez?