Sayulita · Riviera Nayarit · Mexico

Sayulita

Mexico’s surf-and-boho icon — one forgiving wave, a hundred restaurants, and a plaza that never quite goes to sleep.

We’ve been driving the forty-five minutes up Highway 200 to Sayulita since it was a fishing village with one good wave and no hot water. The wave is still there — gentle, consistent, the friendliest in the bay — but everything around it grew up into the most recognizable beach town in Mexico: a Pueblo Mágico of cobblestones and papel picado where a $329,000 jungle condo and a $7.3 million hillside estate share the same taco stand, the same break, and the same sunset ritual on the plaza.

Here’s the honest version: 3,000 people live here year-round, and in high season 30,000 show up. That energy is exactly what some buyers want and exactly what others should avoid — which is why location inside Sayulita matters more than in any town on this coast. Buy near the plaza and you own the party; buy on the North End or up Gringo Hill and you watch it from a quiet terrace with a golf cart in the garage.

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Distance to Airport

~45 minutes

40 km north of PVR along Highway 200.

Surf

On Your Doorstep

A forgiving main break; faster waves at Los Muertos and Punta Mita.

Beachfront

Walkable Core

The town grew from the beach inward; sand to plaza in five minutes.

Character

Pueblo Mágico

Bohemian surf-luxury with real investment fundamentals.

Neighborhood Overview

Walkability
High
downtown; golf carts for the hills
Schools
Costa Verde
bilingual, pre-K through 9th
Condo Range
$329K – $1.5M+
entry to beachfront penthouse
Villas
$500K – $7.3M+
Gringo Hill to Punta Sayulita estates
Character
Surf-boho luxury
turnkey, rental-ready
Distance to Airport
~50-60 minutes
via Fed. Highway 200

Homes & Key Developments

From beachfront luxury towers to gated dockside villas

New & Coming Soon 📍

Presales & fresh construction The town center’s biggest project in years is Olaya — 45 residences across three six-story towers, under construction since early 2025, built around indoor-outdoor beach living. On the peninsula, Punta Sayulita continues its slow, deliberate build-out: a maximum of 62 homes on a de Reus Architects master plan, with a private Beach & Surf Club, pier, and a five-minute walk to town. Boutique deliveries like Casa Lôma on the jungle hillside and the Architectural Digest-featured Los Bananos 1 round out the new inventory.

Beachfront & Landmark Resale 📍

Move-in ready Playa Iguana sits directly across from the main beach with a heated infinity pool and golf-cart garage — penthouses around $1.5M. Pajaro de Fuego has one of the largest pools in town and runs from $329K one-bedrooms to $1.37M penthouses. Hotel Ysuri offers condo-hotel ownership on the sand from $575K, and the boutique Mar Azul Residence delivers fifteen individually designed oceanfront homes for buyers who want low-density beachfront.

The Hillside Value Story 📍

Views, character, golf carts Gringo Hill — the original expat hill from the ’90s — trades from $500K to $1.5M with ocean views and proven rental histories (the 21-bedroom Villas Chula Vista compound is the famous example). The North End is flatter, newer, and quieter; the South End is where it all started fifty years ago. The hills are steep — everyone here owns a golf cart, and so will you.

Shops, Markets & Life

  • Sayulita Point Break: The highly consistent right-hand point break directly in front of the town church, serving as a legendary training ground.
  • Galería Tanana: Huichol art boutique founded by Susurros del Corazón to support indigenous artists with bead and yarn creations.
  • Mercado del Pueblo: The vibrant Friday organic farmers market on Calle Revolución showcasing local cheeses and handmade crafts.
  • Playa de los Muertos: A scenic beach reached through the town cemetery, offering calmer, cleaner swimming than the main surf strip.
  • Gringo Hill: The steep hill rising north of the beach, lined with multi-million dollar ocean-view villas and boutique hotels.

Lifestyle & Amenities

  • Day of the Dead (¡Vivan los Muertos!): The annual festival (Oct 31–Nov 2) featuring marigold carpets, plaza altars, and charros riding with painted faces.
  • SURF & YOGA CAPITAL: A global epicenter of surf culture, beachfront yoga shalas, temazcal sweat lodge ceremonies, and jungle retreats.
  • The Mosquito Roots: The Aztec linguistic origin of *sayulin* (place of mosquitoes) and the town’s history as a coconut farming ejido of five families.
  • The Surfer Discovery of 1965: California surfers discovering the point break, riding waves on wooden planks long before Highway 200 opened.
  • Costa Verde International School: The community’s prestigious bilingual school, anchoring a strong year-round expat family demographic.

Who Buys Here

Key residential and investment profiles attracted to the area

Surf & Lifestyle Seekers

Drawn by the wave and the vibe; they want walkability to the beach and a home that earns rental income when they’re gone.

Remote Workers & Nomads

Fiber internet, coworking cafés, lock-and-leave condos with pools — Sayulita is their headquarters, not their vacation.

Family Vacation-Home Owners

Costa Verde’s bilingual classrooms and the gated calm of Punta Sayulita or the North End keep the families coming back every winter.

Rental Investors

A robust STR market — roughly 48% average occupancy at $200–260 a night, with the top quartile far outperforming. Plaza and beach proximity is the whole game.

Luxury Villa Buyers

The North End, Gringo Hill, and Punta Sayulita hold estates from $2M to $7.3M — infinity pools, guest casitas, and 180-degree Pacific views.

A Day in the Life

The Saturday Test in Sayulita

07:30 AM — Surf Check at the Main Break
Grab a board and paddle into the morning glass — locals, expats, and visiting pros sharing a forgiving lineup.
09:00 AM — Breakfast at Yah Yah Café
Breakfast bagels, Vietnamese iced coffee, strong Wi-Fi, dangerous cinnamon buns.
11:00 AM — Yoga at Paraiso or Haramara
An open-air shala in the jungle. Wellness isn’t an add-on here; it’s the schedule.
01:00 PM — Lunch at El Itacate
The cheese-wrapped burrito is a town institution. Split it — you’ll need the afternoon.
03:00 PM — Beach Club at Coco’s or Alas Blancas
A lounger, a michelada, fresh ceviche, and the Pacific doing the rest.
05:30 PM — Sunset on the Plaza
Elote smoke, street performers, skateboarders, the whole town’s pulse in one square.

Eat & Drink

The Instagrammable Guide to Sayulita

Upscale

Barracuda 📍

Seafood molcajete and Cadillac margaritas on the flag-lined street.

@barracudasayulita

Upscale

Don Pedro’s 📍

Beachfront Italian under the palapa since the early days.

@donpedrossayulita

Casual

La Rustica 📍

Wood-fired pizza, creamy mussels, blue-and-white enamel plates.

@larusticasayulita

Casual

El Itacate 📍

The legendary cheese-wrapped burrito; arrachera that melts.

@elitacatesayulita

Casual

Mary’s 📍

Stuffed tacos, rainbow chairs, pure Sayulita.

@maryssayulita

Café

Chocobanana 📍

The red-roofed landmark; chocolate-covered bananas since forever.

@chocobananasayulita

Café

Yah Yah Café 📍

Health-food haven; enormous bagels, Vietnamese iced coffee.

@yahyahcafe

Casual

Tierra Viva 📍

Eggs Benedict downstairs, coworking upstairs.

@tierravivasayulita

Café

Miscelanea 📍

Hidden courtyard brunch; sourdough and shakshuka worth hunting for.

@miscelaneasayulita

Upscale

Alas Blancas 📍

Bone-marrow costeñas tacos at golden hour, toes in the sand.

@alasblancassayulita

Casual

Coco’s Beach Club 📍

Upper-deck ocean views, octopus ceviche, big margaritas.

@cocosbeachclubsayulita

Casual

La Fogonera 📍

The best burger in town from a street-side grill; get the Munchies.

@lafogonerasayulita

Upscale

Chaman Creative Kitchen 📍

Tuna medallion in coriander, white umbrellas, chill jazz.

@chamansayulita

Upscale

Henshin Sushi 📍

Omakase at an intimate chef's counter; dinner only, reserve.

@henshin_sushi

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Sayulita Listings

Browse current homes, condos, and lots for sale below. Ask us about titled-vs-ejido status on any property — it’s the first question that matters here.

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 13,700,000.00 USD

MLS # 44186

Playa Carricitos · Riviera Nayarit · Mexico 150 METERS BEACHFRONT · 492 FEET BEACHFRONT DIRECT PACIFIC COASTLINE FRONTAGE The property...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 10,500,000.00 USD

9 bedrooms | 9 baths

9 bedrooms / 11 Bathrooms Sale Price: $10,500,000 USD Villa Patzcuarito 1 is an extraordinary, ultra-luxury beachfront residential estate where the Pacific Ocean, lush tropical jungle, and sophisticated architecture converge…...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 7,299,000.00 USD

MLS # 42313
4 bedrooms | 6 baths
959.37 m2 / 10,326.69 sqft

Villa Vistas is an architectural masterpiece-an elevated luxury estate with stunning 180-degree ocean views from Punta Mita to San...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 4,250,000.00 USD

MLS # 33588

This secluded Playa Carricitos Beachfront property in Sayulita is one of the most beautiful expressions of nature on this planet! Your...

$ 4,000,000.00 USD

5 bedrooms | 4 baths

Casa Ipari is modern architecture in harmony with nature—set high in the jungle with panoramic views, an open-air palapa, infinity pool, five bedroom suites, and a dedicated wellness space. Thoughtfully…...

$ 4,000,000.00 USD

5 bedrooms | 4 baths

Casa Copal at Punta Tokipa is a striking RAIZ-designed residence that blends modern luxury with nature. With ocean views, natural materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, this five-bedroom home features a…...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 3,999,999.00 USD

MLS # 39244
3 bedrooms | 3 baths
320.88 m2 / 3,453.96 sqft

This Property is TITLED! Property located in beautiful Sayulita in a ranch style neighborhood of Estropajera in Sayulita. Located...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 3,950,000.00 USD

6 bedrooms | 6.5 baths

Explore Punta Sayulita, a stunning six-bedroom villa with ocean views, a private pool, and beach club access....

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 3,800,000.00 USD

MLS # 41439
8 bedrooms | 8 baths
152.94 m2 / 1,646.28 sqft

Prime Corner Property - Kaliva Sayulita Northside Unique investment opportunity in one of Sayulita's most desirable Northside locations....

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 3,600,000.00 USD

MLS # 41493
8 bedrooms | 8 baths
1,052.61 m2 / 11,330.28 sqft

Welcome to Villa Valentin, an enchanting ocean-view estate tucked into the lush Sayulita jungle. Surrounded by nature, this beautifully...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 3,495,000.00 USD

MLS # 31449

Nahui Kie Santuario Carricitos in Sayulita is one of the most beautiful expressions of nature in Riviera Nayarit. This hilltop sanctuary...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 3,351,351.00 USD

MLS # 40714
6 bedrooms | 7 baths
999.63 m2 / 10,760.00 sqft

Within the private Media Luna community in Sayulita lies Colina Luna Estate which stands as testament to architectural brilliance....

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,900,000.00 USD

MLS # 41962
3,935.54 m2 / 42,362.12 sqft

Caracol Estates in Sayulita is a unique estate that consists of a +/- 2,700-square-foot main house in the central neighbourhood of...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,600,000.00 USD

MLS # 33976
4 bedrooms | 5 baths
556.79 m2 / 5,993.32 sqft

Villa Painted Ponies is located on the tranquil north side of Sayulita. This exquisite 4-bedroom / 5-bath home is nearly 6,000 sq ft...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,500,000.00 USD

MLS # 40412
4 bedrooms | 5 baths
499.40 m2 / 5,375.58 sqft

Hansay Home 2 is part of a residential complex of four seaside homes, designed for those seeking privacy, well-being, and an authentic...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,330,000.00 USD

MLS # 40411
4 bedrooms | 5 baths
462.91 m2 / 4,982.74 sqft

Hansay Home 1 is part of a residential complex of four seaside homes, designed for those seeking privacy, well-being, and an authentic...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,300,000.00 USD

MLS # 41053
5 bedrooms | 6 baths
159.94 m2 / 1,721.60 sqft

Experience the ultimate blend of privacy and convenience in this exclusive Sayulita property, nestled within the lush jungle yet just...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,250,000.00 USD

MLS # 40413
4 bedrooms | 5 baths
446.55 m2 / 4,806.70 sqft

Hansay Home 3 is part of a residential complex of four seaside homes, designed for those seeking privacy, well-being, and an authentic...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,175,000.00 USD

MLS # 43502
5 bedrooms | 6 baths
537.40 m2 / 5,784.57 sqft

Casa Mariluna is a three-bedroom main home + two additional casitas, offering a rare combination of luxury living and income potential...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,095,000.00 USD

MLS # 41357
6 bedrooms | 7.5 baths
1,064.48 m2 / 11,458.10 sqft

his Property is TITLED! Amazing investment opportunity at great price. Beachfront Luxury Living — Where Classic Mexico Meets...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 2,040,680.00 USD

MLS # 26501
22,674.00 m2

Located in the charming town of Sayulita, Parcela Escondida presents an exceptional investment opportunity for real estate developers...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,999,000.00 USD

MLS # 40127
4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths
437.84 m2 / 4,712.88 sqft

This beautifully designed villa features 3 oceanview primary bedrooms with ensuite baths, a staff quarter, marble floors, parota wood...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,990,000.00 USD

MLS # 42187
5 bedrooms | 6 baths
762.72 m2 / 8,209.88 sqft

Located in the heart of Sayulita's tranquil North End, Casa Abuela offers a rare blend of resort-style living and the comfort and privacy...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,850,000.00 USD

MLS # 41847
5 bedrooms | 5 baths
279.90 m2 / 3,012.79 sqft

Casa Carricitos — A Private Coastal Sanctuary Overlooking the Pacific in Sayulita Casa Carricitos is a one-of-a-kind oceanview retreat...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,795,000.00 USD

MLS # 34548
3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths
142.73 m2 / 1,536.31 sqft

Casa Mirlo is an exceptional beachfront home in Sayulita, offering unparalleled comfort and charm! Recently renovated, this stunning...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,750,000.00 USD

MLS # 42749
6 bedrooms | 6 baths
419.84 m2 / 4,519.20 sqft

Casa Saturno is a hillside villa in Sayulita with ocean views and lush surroundings. Available year-round with a 4-night minimum, it...

$ 1,503,000.00 USD

MLS # 43775

Situado en una posición estratégica que permite apreciar una vista panorámica hacia el Océano Pacífico y la costa de la Riviera...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,499,000.00 USD

MLS # 40430
4 bedrooms | 4.5 baths
222.92 m2 / 2,399.48 sqft

This Property is TITLED! Welcome to Villa Monte, an exquisite retreat nestled in the heart of Sayulita, Nayarit, where the verdant...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,499,000.00 USD

MLS # 40992

Villalita del Mar es una oportunidad increíble para un comprador que desee construir y vender casas, crear un pequeño resort o un...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,495,000.00 USD

MLS # 42348

Selva del Mar is a unique opportunity to own one of the best view properties in Sayulita. It is approximately 3 hectares of sloped...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,450,000.00 USD

MLS # 38489
3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths
366.85 m2 / 3,948.81 sqft

(English below) **Refugio Costero de Lujo con Vistas Incomparables - Colina Nanzal, Sayulita** Descubre el equilibrio perfecto...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,449,000.00 USD

MLS # 34719
4 bedrooms | 7 baths
840.39 m2 / 9,045.93 sqft

Welcome to your slice of paradise! Perched on the coveted Northside of Sayulita, this extraordinary home is a true entertainer's dream....

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,449,000.00 USD

MLS # 41632
3 bedrooms | 3 baths
416.55 m2 / 4,483.79 sqft

Casa Pina is a charming Mexican-style home located in the North End of Sayulita, just three blocks from the ocean and within walking...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,419,662.00 USD

MLS # 30507
3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths
377.10 m2 / 4,059.10 sqft

The Luxury Casa Manta residential development is an architecture born from nature. It is located on 1,059 m2 of ocean view land...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,400,000.00 USD

MLS # 35047
2 bedrooms | 2 baths
223.92 m2 / 2,410.24 sqft

Casa Roberto (Sayulita, Nayarit) If location is everything Casa Roberto is a surfer's dream ... Nestled a couple of hundred...

$ 1,375,000.00 USD

MLS # 40801
2 bedrooms | 2 baths
254.49 m2 / 2,739.28 sqft

PH1 Playa Iguana is back on the market with a refreshed price for high season. Steps from the sand and directly across from Sayulita's...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,370,000.00 USD

MLS # 40414
3 bedrooms | 4 baths
272.98 m2 / 2,938.34 sqft

Hansay Home 4 is part of a residential complex of four seaside homes, designed for those seeking privacy, well-being, and an authentic...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,350,000.00 USD

MLS # 40967
4 bedrooms | 5 baths
619.23 m2 / 6,665.38 sqft

Casa Arroyo rises over Sayulita's North end as a BOLD, contemporary retreat—black, white, and concrete carved into the hillside....

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,349,000.00 USD

MLS # 30811
7 bedrooms | 7 baths
420.60 m2 / 4,527.37 sqft

Casa Del Morro is a beautiful Boutique Hotel with five individual suites/apartments in downtown Sayulita. It is tastefully decorated...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,325,000.00 USD

MLS # 39824
5 bedrooms | 5 baths
567.79 m2 / 6,111.68 sqft

Located on the sought-after north side of Sayulita, this expansive property offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and income...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,300,000.00 USD

MLS # 40871
5 bedrooms | 5.5 baths
838.69 m2 / 9,027.64 sqft

Unique opportunity to own a revenue generating property with 5 private suites. This residence is well suited for a large family who...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,299,000.00 USD

MLS # 40507
4 bedrooms | 4 baths
382.86 m2 / 4,121.08 sqft

Casa Mar del Sur -Traditional Elegance on Sayulita's Coveted North Side This exceptional property features a spacious three-bedroom...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,295,000.00 USD

MLS # 33904
4 bedrooms | 4 baths
289.89 m2 / 3,120.40 sqft

English below: Casa Dolce Vita, una casa de 3 dormitorios y 4 baños con impresionantes Vistas panorámicas al mar desde todos los...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,289,000.00 USD

MLS # 36615
4 bedrooms | 4 baths
389.86 m2 / 4,196.40 sqft

The name says it all; Welcome to Casa Bonita, a ''Pretty'' Mexican home. Unique opportunity to own a revenue generating property....

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,250,000.00 USD

MLS # 34168
6 bedrooms | 6.5 baths
438.94 m2 / 4,724.71 sqft

Superb location, 1.5 blocks from the beach, on the north end of Sayulita. Three levels, 4th floor terrace with gorgeous palapa and...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,250,000.00 USD

MLS # 42188
3 bedrooms | 4 baths
383.86 m2 / 4,131.84 sqft

Casa Azul is a beautifully designed home located on Sayulita's desirable North Side, just half a block from the beach and a short 5...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,250,000.00 USD

MLS # 42743
4 bedrooms | 4 baths
317.88 m2 / 3,421.68 sqft

Casa Dos Chicos is a unique hillside villa in Sayulita with stunning views of the ocean, coastline, and Sierra Madre. It features four...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,250,000.00 USD

MLS # 43446
5 bedrooms | 5 baths
401.60 m2 / 4,322.83 sqft

CASA AGAVE is a warm and inviting home overlooking the ocean and downtown Sayulita. Great location in a fine neighborhood of high-end...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,200,000.00 USD

MLS # 40997
4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths
551.07 m2 / 5,931.77 sqft

Introducing a breathtaking 4-bedroom modern sanctuary defined by spectacular, sweeping views at the top of Sayulita. This architectural...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,199,000.00 USD

MLS # 40920
5 bedrooms | 4 baths
399.85 m2 / 4,304.00 sqft

Villa Nueva sits just behind the iconic Quilombo gym at the entrance of Sayulita. Located in a tranquil, low-traffic neighborhood,...

$ 1,199,000.00 USD

MLS # 41333
6 bedrooms | 4 baths
371.86 m2 / 4,002.72 sqft

Introducing Dos Amigos and Entre Ríos, a pair of thoughtfully designed homes offering flexibility, comfort, and strong rental potential...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,195,000.00 USD

MLS # 33414
4 bedrooms | 4.5 baths
329.14 m2 / 3,542.83 sqft

Villa Encanto es realmente un lugar mágico situado en el extremo norte de Sayulita, en la pequeña comunidad cerrada de Colina La...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,185,000.00 USD

MLS # 42153
3 bedrooms | 4 baths
537.37 m2 / 5,784.25 sqft

Situated in the lush and tranquil North Side of Sayulita, on the coveted Juan Escutia Street, Casa Romántica is a refined and intimate...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,172,325.00 USD

MLS # 41383
5 bedrooms | 4.5 baths
268.00 m2 / 2,884.75 sqft

Sayulita · Nayarit · Mexico 5 BEDROOMS · FLEX ROOM · 4.5 BATHS BOUTIQUE RESIDENCE ON A PEACEFUL JUNGLE HILLSIDE This boutique...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,170,000.00 USD

MLS # 43063
3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths
327.62 m2 / 3,526.48 sqft

This spectacular ocean view home with one of the best locations in town - Less than one block to the beach at the exclusive north end...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,160,000.00 USD

MLS # 42448

Terreno estratégico identificado como Parcela 712 Z-8P1/1, ubicado en Zona Centro, Sayulita, Municipio de Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit. La...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,125,000.00 USD

MLS # 41460
3 bedrooms | 3 baths
135.95 m2 / 1,463.36 sqft

A tropical private retreat offering quick access to the Sayulita plaza and Pacific ocean, this 3 story house is set on a beautifully...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,092,408.00 USD

MLS # 41381
4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths
244.16 m2 / 2,628.13 sqft

Casa Lôma is an exclusive boutique development nestled on a peaceful jungle hillside in Sayulita. This elegant 4-bedroom + flex room,...

Sayulita, Nayarit

$ 1,030,056.00 USD

MLS # 30503
3 bedrooms | 3 baths
275.89 m2 / 2,969.65 sqft

The Luxury Casa Manta residential development is an architecture born from nature. It is located on 1,059 m2 of ocean view land...

$ 998,000.00 USD

MLS # 40648
4 bedrooms | 3 baths
330.11 m2 / 3,553.27 sqft

Penthouse ''Pájaro de Fuego'' 301 - Where the Pacific Meets the Sky Experience coastal luxury at its finest in Penthouse Pájaro...

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