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Mexico’s best less-traveled destinations

International travelers eagerly head to Mexico to enjoy the country's exquisite beaches, abundant sunshine, and delicious cuisine. While tourist hotspots like Cancún and Tulum promise to please wanderers on the hunt for some coastal relaxation, several destinations in Mexico offer an authentic experience that can't be found by staying on the beaten path. Rich history, small-town charm, and unique landscapes round out ...
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Colonial treasures of Mexico

Get a small but great taste of colonial Mexico! When, in 1521, the conquistadors of Cortez destroyed the Aztec empire of Montezuma, they founded the colony kingdom of New Spain, destined to last for three centuries, ranging from the current states of the Southwestern United States to the Panama Canal. The introduction of pack animals, from work and farm animals, of elementary ...
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Cool culture facts you didn’t know about Mexico

There are hundreds of examples of things that make Mexico not only an interesting country but also important in the history of humanity. Here are 15 things that you just might not know about Mexico and its fascinating contributions to the world. Without Mexico, there’d be no pizza The colonization of the New World by the Spaniards introduced a lot of products ...
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Surprising facts about Mexico

What's the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of Mexico? Step pyramids, mariachi music, tequila, tacos, breathtaking sandy beaches, cenotes, and towering cacti are all the first associations that come to mind, but Mexico's natural and cultural diversity includes so much more. These surprising facts about Mexico will show some other aspects of the country that you were ...
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2022 Michoacan earthquake

A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck Mexico on the exact anniversary of 2 devastating earthquakes in 1985 and 2017. The earthquake struck shortly after 13:00 (18:00 GMT) near the Michoacan border with Colima state. The earthquake was relatively shallow, only 15 km deep, which could have increased its impact. A tsunami warning was issued for coastal areas, saying waves reaching heights of 1 ...
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Things to do in Morelia, the capital of Michoacan

Music, art, gastronomy, and unique architecture are some of the reasons that make the City of Morelia an ideal vacation destination. The capital of Michoacán, formerly called Valladolid, is one of the most exciting cities in the country, possessing many of the greatest cultural riches in Mexican history. Morelia is located in the Guayangareo Valley at an average height of 1,920 meters ...
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Reasons to visit Guadalajara

Are you wondering whether you should visit Guadalajara? Located in the west-central part of the country in the state of Jalisco, the beautiful Colonial city of Guadalajara sits on a high plateau more than 5,000 feet above sea level. There are a lot of reasons to visit Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco state. Guadalajara is Mexico’s second-largest city and a little off ...
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Beautiful and little-known Mexican places to visit

The great thing about planning a trip to Mexico is that it’s huge. There is something, and somewhere, for everyone. Mexico is a massive country and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. But the majority of travelers stick to well-known vacation spots like Cancun, Cabo San Lucas, and the Riviera Maya. That’s unfortunate because Mexico is filled with ...
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Spirulina or “Aztec cheese” is Mexico’s pre-Hispanic superfood

Anyone visiting Mexico City recently may have noticed spirulina popping up on every menu, from smoothies to traditional dishes like tortillas and tlayudas (crispy tortillas stuffed with refried beans and other toppings). Centuries before it was considered a “superfood”, brightly colored cyanobacteria (or blue-green algae) growing in the lakes and warm alkaline ponds and rivers of central Mexico were a staple of ...
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Most famous typical Mexican drinks

Mexico is a country well known internationally for its exquisite gastronomy, rich in ingredients and spices, with a great historical and cultural background. When people visit Mexico, trying the typical dishes is quite an experience, but traditional drinks are not far behind, as they are also basic elements of Mexican cuisine. From the world-renowned tequila to the wide variety of fresh waters, ...
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