This article will give you a presentation of Merida and the principal colonial cities of Yucatán in Mexico.

Merida and the colonial cities of Yucatán

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The north and south are two different worlds, not only in terms of their landscape but also their economic structures. On this one strip of land fierce industrialization contrasts with a laid back tourist lifestyle.

Lazy southern beaches vs a buzzing urban north.

In this article, you will find a description of Chichén Itzá in Mexico.

Chichén Itzá, wonderful Mayan site in Mexico

 Mexico City lives at a hundred miles an hour and is lively and fun, even though it is seen as violent and dangerous. 

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Bordered by two oceans and the Caribbean Sea, Mexico is reputed for its heavenly beaches. But that’s not all: more than half of the territory is situated above 5,000 feet in altitude and offers mountain landscapes to die for. To travel to Mexico is also to discover its northern deserts, covered in cacti, or a south-east lush&nbsp;with tropical forests. Mexico City, the country`s capital, is one of the highest capitals in the world situated at more than 6,500 feet as well as one of the largest metropolises on Earth! So many experiences await you in this country: going for walks in tiny fishing ports bordering the ocean, or deep sea diving in some of the most beautiful reefs in the world. However, it isn’t only for the flora that you will be travelling to Mexico, but also for its unique culture. The country is steeped in archaeological ruins, such as the famous Chichen Itzà. The pre-Colombian era saw extraordinary civilizations flourish; and many locations in Mexico still hold remnants of the time period still exist all around … The Spanish settlers also left a sumptuous heritage: their baroque architecture has been well preserved in several towns… For all of these reasons, as well as its gastronomy, music and lovely climate all year around. Clearly, Mexico can't be beat!

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 One of the natural jewels of Mexico, Sumidero Canyon is a splendid and impressive place that's sure to leave many who visit it absolutely amazed. 

Canyon Sumidero

The wonderful town of San Cristóbal de las Casas is a colonial jewel of Chiapas. With its cultural diversity, everyday hustle and bustle and relaxed atmosphere, you are bound to fall under its spell. 

San Cristóbal de las Casas

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Palenque is definitely one of the most beautiful sites that you will have the opportunity of visiting in Mexico. Lost in nature, a large part of it is still buried under vegetation, which will awaken your adventuring spirit!

One of the biggest Mayan cities in the country, nestling in an incredible setting between the jungle and the mountains of Chiapas.

As I hadn't read a lot about it I was expecting a really big site, like Tikal. In fact, Palenque is less striking for its enormous size than for its interesting carvings. I recently read that only 2% of the site has been explored to date (that is, a visitable area of 2.5km²). For comparison, the gigantic Tikal has a surface of 18 km². I particularly remember the tower of the Palace (the Observation Tower). I don't think I have seen the like on other pre-Hispanic sites that I have visited in Meso-America. I thought the most interesting part was the Temple of the Inscriptions, which houses the tomb of King K'inich Janaab' Pakal, probably because I had never been inside a pyramid before. Its welcome freshness gave me a few moments respite from the suffocating heat of the place.

Palenque, located in the northeast part of Chiapas, is an ancient Mayan city state which is today dominated by the surrounding jungle. To make the most of this famous place, I got there when it opened at dawn. As I made my way into the site, the mist that had been present began to clear, gradually revealing the ruins of the various temples. The intensity of this spectacle, which is difficult to describe in words, was heightened by the presence of the jungle all around and the incessant calls of the macaques. To me, it felt like nature had reclaimed the site from man and was trying to swallow up the remains of a past civilization.

Surrounded by jungle, Palenque is one of the most beautiful archaeological sites in Mexico, and stands as a testimonial to Mayan culture.

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