Highlights of Mexico
- Climb the Aztec pyramids at Teotihuacan
- Walk along the Avenue Of The Dead and climb the pyramids of the Sun and Moon for a spectacular view of this beguiling, ancient Aztec site near Mexico City.
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- Discover authentic Maya culture at San Cristobal de las Casas
- Located in the southern highlands of Mexico, this small charming city is one of the best examples of Mexico's cultural diversity. There is a wonderful blend where colonial Mexico meets traditional and colourful indigenous Mayan communities.
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- Enjoy a train ride through the Copper Canyon
- Take the Chihuahua el Pacifico through the Copper Canyon in Northern Mexico, deservedly known as being one of the world's great train journeys.
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- Escape the crowds at the Tulum ruins
- The clifftop setting occupied by the ruins at Tulum is simply magnificent, overlooking the turquoise sea and the long stretch of white sands below - a world away from the built up resorts of Cancun and Cozumel. Come here to avoid the masses and enjoy the wonderful scenery.
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- Experience the colonial charm of Merida
- Merida combines interesting history, exotic cuisine and natural beauty. It retains a strong sense of tradition yet has found a way to renew itself and give way to modernity. Past, present and future have found a perfect way to coexist in this delightful city.
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- Explore the Mayan ruins at Palenque
- One of the most atmospheric Mayan ruins in Mexico, Palenque is set in the heart of the steamy jungle. Surrounded by abundant wildlife, this is a magical site that is well worth a visit.
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- Get up close to the ancient ruins at Uxmal
- The ruins at Uxmal are fascinating and exploring them is a wonderful experience. Visitors are still able to scramble over many of the enormous ancient structures and see the original carvings and craftsmanship up close.
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- Snorkel the cenotes along the Mayan Riviera
- For those interested in snorkelling and diving, the fresh water cenotes (sinkholes) of the Mexico's Caribbean coast offer a breathtaking and unique experience.
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- Taste the local mole poblano in Puebla
- A highlight of any trip to Mexico has to be the food and it doesn't get much better than eating the local dish of Mole Poblano in a traditonal Pueblan restaurant located in the historical centre of this charming city.
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- Visit Oaxaca's central plaza at night
- The central plaza comes alive at night with music, dancers, artisans and street vendors and makes for an entertaining evening of people watching, best done by either immersing yourself in the mix of people or from a restaurant overlooking the square.
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Our country specialists have travelled the length and breadth of Mexico - here are a few of their favourite things to do
An immensely diverse country, Mexico has a rich cultural heritage and a fascinating history.
Landscapes
Physically, the land includes scorching deserts, lush rainforests, rocky mountains, deep canyons, stunning beaches and sparkling, turquoise seas.
Ancient History
The pre-Colombian age saw mighty empires rise: amongst them Aztec, Maya and Toltec. Each has left a legacy of ancient ruins, and though some have been cleared, many are still disguised by dangling lianas and the roots of tall trees that have over time engulfed them.
Culture
Traces of these civilisations live on in quaint highland villages, where indigenous people still wear customary dress as they browse market stalls and transform Christian churches with their own ancient gods.
Colonial influence
Every city shows signs of the 500 years of Spanish occupation, with Castillian architecture, cobbled streets and baroque cathedrals all setting the tone in the colonial towns.
Music and cuisine
All this is enhanced by delicious Mexican food and by the constant background cadences of traditional music.
Land of contrasts
With a population of over 106 million and 52 different spoken languages Mexico is also a land of contrasts; modern versus ancient, manic versus serene and rich versus poor; a country that caters for all tastes but is not without its challenges.
Popular Places to visit in Mexico
Mystical, jungle-clad Palenque is the largest and most famous of the Mayan sites, which once commanded an area stretching across the coastal plain as far as the Gulf of Mexico.
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In the north of Mexico lies the beautiful, remote, rugged canyon system, generically-known as the Copper Canyon. The best way to see the Copper Canyon is by the famous Chihuahua al Pacifico train.
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El Fuerte is a quaint Hispanic Colonial town that was founded in 1564, and a great place to base yourself before embarking on your Copper Canyon journey.
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The buzzing metropolis that is Mexico City is a fascinating contrast of old and new, grey and green, rich and poor; a place to love or loathe. Founded by the Aztecs in the 14th century on the site of a great lake, the city now stretches right across a vast valley.
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One of the oldest colonial cities on the continent, Puebla is located 110 kilometres from Mexico City in the Valley of Puebla at an altitude of around 2,200 metres.
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One of Mexico’s most delightful and popular cities, easily reached by plane from Mexico City, Oaxaca lies in a high valley in the south of the country and is surrounded by fascinating Zapotec ruins and traditional villages.
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The stretch of Caribbean coast known as the Mayan Riviera is a delightful area of beautiful white sandy beaches and warm turquoise seas.
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The archaeological site of Tulum is spectacularly situated on a cliff top, majestically overlooking a palm-fringed beach and the turquoise Caribbean sea.
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Slightly off the beaten track on the Caribbean coast, the state of Veracruz is known for its deep caves, high mountains, fast rapids, fertile lush plantations and a diverse bird population.
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The Yucatán is rich in culture, history and natural scenery. From the well known archaeological sites of Chichén Itzá and Uxmal to the lesser-visited ruins, such as Kabáh and Cobá along the Puuc route, you can take a step back in time and discover the ancient Mayan culture and traditions that were once such an integral part of this fascinating land.
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