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

This article is a presentation of the city of Mexico, gigantic capital of the country.

Mexico the tentacular

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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Tulum's principal attractions are that it's a really well preserved archaeological site beside the Caribbean Sea, with incredible beaches.  

Tulum

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The Mayas chose this paradisaical place for one of their complexes and when you visit it you can see why. They probably saw a sign from one of their gods telling them where to put the fortress. Nowadays, visitors don't see divine signs but they do see an exceptional natural place. The water's color left me speechless and the whole looks like a picture postcard. 

Tulum's principal attractions are that it's a really well preserved archaeological site beside the Caribbean Sea, with incredible beaches.

Yucatan is a must see <a href="/mexico/">during a visit to Mexico</a>, and I recommend that you don't forget to visit Tulum. It's a unique site in a superb setting. It's the only Mayan site that was built beside the sea. It was there that the Spanish landed in 1518.

Tulum is at the end of the nasty Riviera Maya, 135 km from Cancun. It's the only town that is even a bit authentic and removed from mass tourism. For how much longer?

The exceptional landscape of Tulum figures amongst those that remain etched in my memory. It's a must-see site. You'll come away from it enchanted. I should warn you that it's so beautiful (and so popular as a result) that visiting it will take the shine off the rest of your stay a little; and though this is unfortunate, it really is worth it. It's a place I think you really must see with your own eyes. The ancient Mayan city here is ten centuries old. Some of the foundations are even older still. It is also surrounded by a thick wall. Because of its position, with the beach below, the site must have served as a stronghold and a lookout in addition to its religious functions.

Tulum is an ancient Mayan city located on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Unusually, the site lies next to a beach: ancient ruins against a backdrop of the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea … the description says it all.

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