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Ancient pyramids and modern skyscrapers, stunning coastlines and dream beach resorts, breathtaking natural areas reserves, underground grottos, and high mountains. Mexico is the home of tacos, Aztecs, Maya, sombreros, and tequila – not to mention Pancho Villa, Salma Hayek, and Frida Kahlo – almost everyone knows something about Mexico. Yet there’s a lot more to this country beyond the stereotypes. Reasons to ...
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Need a break but not sure where to go? If you're in need of a break but uncertain about your next travel destination, consider the dynamic offerings of Mexico City. Boasting a wide array of attractions and activities, this bustling metropolis presents an ideal option for a fulfilling retreat. Mexico City is the perfect place because there are so many fantastic things ...
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Mexican national days, holidays and festivals Celebrations and festivals are an integral part of Mexican life. Mexico’s culture is rich, colorful and vibrant, influenced by its ancient civilizations such as the Aztec and Maya as well as European colonization. It is unique and probably one of the most fascinating cultures in the world. The traditions and customs of the Mexican people are ...
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Many Mexican cities have legends of secret tunnels lying just below the streets that were used during the revolution by the royal family or even during the Inquisition. Grandparents told these stories to the children. The discovery of the Puebla Tunnels in 2015 confirms these urban legends. At the Cinco de Mayo Road, there is a door, a tiny entrance to Puebla ...
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Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo, two towering figures in the world of art, found solace and inspiration in the heart of Mexico City, where their Casa Azul, connected by a bridge, became a haven for creativity. This article delves into the rich history and artistic legacy embedded in the Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo House-Studio Museum, shedding light on the architectural marvel ...
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When Mexican architect Javier Senosiain saw this cave for the first time he thought that it looked like a mouth of a snake. He checked the cave and it looked like a giant snake coming in and out of the mountain. One thing led to another and over the years rest of the giant Quetzalcoatl was built. And that's how one of ...
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Places to visit in Mexico Mexico is a touristic jewel. In fact, it is the 9th most visited country in the world. Most people arrive to enjoy beautiful beaches such as Cancun, Rivera Maya, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta. However, we want to expand your vision of Mexico with 10 great places to visit that are mostly ignored. Tolantongo An eco touristic ...
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The Island of the Dolls (“La Isla de las Muñecas”) is an area located on the banks of the famous canals of Xochimilco, a borough south of Mexico City, where "dead" and mangled dolls swing eerily from the tree branches. The so-called, Dead Dolls Island, located in the canals of Xochimilco, south of the center of Mexico City, very close to the ...
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The Marieta Islands are one of Mexico's most treasured jewels in Riviera Nayarit and one of the icons that people immediately tie back to this UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve. When the Mexican military used the Marieta Islands for target practice in the early 1900s, little did they know their efforts would lead to the creation of a future tourist destination. But, in fact, ...
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Mezcal (or mescal) is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from any type of agave. The word mezcal comes from Nahuatl mexcalli "metl" and "ixcalli" which means "oven-cooked agave". Agaves or magueys are found mainly in many parts of Mexico and all the way down to the equator, though most mezcal is made in Oaxaca. It can also be made in Durango, Guanajuato, ...
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