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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 Coba is a major archaeological site left behind by the Mayan civilisation. Like Chichen Itza, it is located on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and its history is just as mysterious as the latter site. Coba is, however, a much wilder place.

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To the same extent that Chichen Itza is clean, uncluttered, well preserved and linear, with each section clearly delimited, so Coba is wild and untouched by man. Its history, however, is all the more revealing for it. Here again, get a guide to accompany you if you can, as this very large site is simply overflowing with secrets. There are dozens of ruins, temples and pyramids to see as you walk along the path around the site, completely surrounded by the forest. They suddenly loom out of nowhere, amidst the lush vegetation. It's truly wonderful. You feel as if you're at the end of the world, completely removed from the ordinary and everyday. And then the large, main pyramid, Nohoch Mul, comes into sight. Though its steep sides are almost in ruins, it still presents a striking spectacle, breathtaking in fact. Though nature has undeniably reclaimed the structure, this only adds to its charm, and the very sight of this pyramid simply leaves you speechless.

Coba is a major archaeological site left behind by the Mayan civilisation. Like Chichen Itza, it is located on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and its history is just as mysterious as the latter site. Coba is, however, a much wilder place.

The ancient Mayan city of Cobá was one of my favourite cultural visits in Mexico. Although there are travellers, you are unlikely to find yourself in the middle of a crowd of bobbed, croc wearing tourists, with their cameras slung round their necks, making lots of noise and bustling about, As a result it's a nice walk, especially as not all the site has been discovered yet. Nature is everywhere and you will find remains of the city just by stepping off a sheltered path. It makes you feel like a real explorer!

One of the most important Mayan archaeological sites in Yucatan, on the north of the peninsula, surrounded by luxuriant vegetation.

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