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Zacatecas through the centuries: From mining settlement to historic city of Mexico

Zacatecas, one of Mexico’s most historic mining cities, is renowned for its colonial architecture and silver heritage. Its streets, plazas, and monuments reflect centuries of [...]

Veracruz through the centuries: From Villa Rica to modern port and heroic city

Veracruz, one of Mexico’s oldest port cities, is renowned for its coastal location, vibrant culture, and colonial heritage. Its streets, forts, and plazas reflect centuries [...]

San Miguel de Allende through the centuries: From colonial town to the modern city

San Miguel de Allende, one of Mexico’s most picturesque colonial cities, is renowned for its cobblestone streets, baroque churches, and vibrant artistic culture. Its plazas, [...]

Walking through Teotihuacan: An atmospheric journey among ancient monuments

Visiting Mexico City without stepping into Teotihuacan is almost impossible. Just 50 km from the Mexican capital, this iconic archaeological site attracts every traveler. You [...]

Campeche from its pre-Hispanic origin through the colonial era to the modern city

Campeche, one of Mexico’s oldest fortified cities, is renowned for its colonial walls, colorful streets, and rich maritime history. Its plazas, forts, and coastal avenues [...]

Nature and conservation in Mexico: Types of protected areas and nature reserves

Across the globe, many countries have set aside protected areas to safeguard wildlife and ecosystems. These zones, often called nature reserves or biosphere reserves, help [...]

Taxco through the centuries: from the pre-Hispanic settlement to the Silver City

Taxco, located in the mountainous region of Guerrero, is renowned for its silver mining heritage, colonial architecture, and scenic landscapes. Its narrow cobblestone streets, steep [...]

Descent of the Feathered Serpent at Chichén Itzá

Equinox magic phenomenon at Chichen Itza: The legendary descent of Kukulkán

The Maya civilization observed celestial events, linking them to agriculture, rituals, and the cosmos. Stars, solstices, and equinoxes guided their calendars, ceremonies, and city planning, [...]

Mexico City’s magical neighborhoods: Coyoacan, San Angel, Tlalpan, and Tlatelolco

Mexico City blends rich ancient history with modern life. From Aztec origins to Spanish colonial influence, its streets, plazas, and neighborhoods (barrios) reflect centuries of [...]

Guanajuato from pre-Hispanic times through the colonial era to the modern city

Guanajuato, one of Mexico’s most picturesque cities, is known for its colorful alleys, subterranean streets, and rich cultural heritage. Its landscape, history, and architecture reflect [...]

San Cristobal de las Casas: From pre-Hispanic and colonial times to the present

San Cristóbal de las Casas, nestled in Chiapas’ central highlands, is celebrated for its colonial architecture, vibrant indigenous culture, and scenic mountain surroundings. Its plazas, [...]

Tren Maya: Opportunities, challenges, and the railway impact on the region

Tren Maya was one of the largest infrastructure projects in modern Mexico. Stretching more than 1,500 kilometers, the railway connected Cancun, Tulum, Merida, Campeche, Palenque, [...]

Historic neighborhoods and streets of Mexico City with origins in Tenochtitlan

Mexico City arose on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, the powerful capital of the Aztec Empire. Tenochtitlan was a mighty city of its time, with grand [...]

Queretaro through the centuries: From colonial development to the modern city

Querétaro, located in central Mexico, is a city with a rich history blending colonial architecture, indigenous heritage, and modern urban life. Its streets, plazas, and [...]

Merida from pre-Hispanic beginnings and colonial times to the modern capital

Mérida, the capital of Yucatán, Mexico, stands today as a city blending colonial elegance with modern vibrancy. Its streets, plazas, and architecture reflect centuries of [...]

The ancient causeways of Tenochtitlan: From Aztec roads to Mexico City avenues

Tenochtitlan was founded in 1325 and became the capital of the Aztec Empire. Built on the island in Lake Texcoco, it grew into one of [...]

The oldest street in Mexico City: A journey along Tacuba’s historic path

If you enjoy walking through Mexico City’s historic downtown, you may have noticed streets full of history, museums, and cafes. Among them, one road stands [...]

Calzada de Tlalpan, one of the oldest and most iconic avenues in Mexico City

If you have ever visited Mexico City and walked through its busy streets, you have probably noticed one of its most historic and important roads. [...]

Oaxaca, the cultural hub of Southern Mexico: The history through the centuries

Oaxaca, the capital of Oaxaca state in southern Mexico, is famed for its rich indigenous heritage, colonial architecture, and vibrant festivals. Its streets and plazas [...]

Puebla from pre-Hispanic roots through the colonial era to the modern metropolis

Puebla, one of Mexico’s most historic cities, is renowned for its colonial architecture, vibrant culture, and culinary traditions. Its streets and plazas reflect centuries of [...]

Guadalajara, capital of Jalisco: The origins and history through the centuries

Guadalajara, the capital of the Mexican state of Jalisco, stands today as a vibrant cultural and economic hub, blending colonial charm with modern life. Its [...]

Tijuana and Chetumal: Two border cities, two contrasting gateways to Mexico

Mexico stretches from the Pacific Coast and arid deserts of Sonora to the tropical jungles of Yucatan, with borders touching the U.S., Guatemala, and Belize. [...]

Aztec civilization

The Aztecs were a powerful Mesoamerican civilization, flourishing in central Mexico between the 14th and 16th centuries. Known for their grand cities, military prowess, complex [...]

Maya civilization

The Maya is one of the most fascinating cultures of the ancient world, known for its impressive cities, advanced astronomy, hieroglyphic writing, and rich mythology. [...]

Legends of Montezuma’s treasures: Are they really buried somewhere?

Montezuma II, the last emperor of the Aztec Empire, ruled with wealth that legends say was unimaginable. Gold, jade, precious feathers, and ceremonial objects filled [...]

Merida vs. Valladolid: Choosing the best base for exploring the heart of Yucatan

Exploring the Yucatán is most rewarding when based in its heart rather than on the coast. While Riviera Maya offers beaches, central cities provide better [...]

Why do the Olmec colossal heads have African features?

The Olmecs are often called the “mother culture” of ancient Mexico. They lived along the Gulf Coast, mainly in today’s Veracruz and Tabasco, from around [...]

How tourism transformed Mexico: From colonial paths to modern beach resorts

Mexico’s journey as a tourist destination began long before the modern resort era. Travelers were drawn to its rich culture, historic cities, and natural wonders, [...]

Mexico’s first colonial cities: Tracing the roots of New Spain

The formation of New Spain began in the early 16th century after the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire. Colonization brought new cities, settlements, and [...]

The transformation of Mexico City: How the capital expanded through the centuries

When the Aztecs founded Tenochtitlan in 1325, it stood on islands in Lake Texcoco. The city was surrounded by other lakes - Xochimilco, Chalco, Xumpango, [...]

Exploring Hermosillo: A journey through Sonora and Northern Mexico

Hermosillo, the capital of Sonora, is often overlooked by international tourists, yet it holds a rich history and vibrant culture. Located in northern Mexico, it [...]

La Magdalena Contreras: Discover Mexico City’s countryside magic borough

Modern capitals are often seen as giant urban sprawls of concrete and endless traffic, where life seems to move at a relentless pace. Yet, hidden [...]

Day trip from Mexico City: Explore Huasca de Ocampo, the first magical town in Mexico

Mexico City is an ideal base for exploring central Mexico. The surrounding region offers mountains, forests, lakes, and charming small towns, each with a unique [...]

Exploring Chetumal: Walking the city and exploring nearby attractions on day trips

Chetumal may seem far removed from the main tourist trail, hidden at the very edge of Mexico, where the country meets Belize. Many travelers overlook [...]

Mexico’s historic aqueducts: Colonial heritage and monumental engineering marvels

Aqueducts have shaped civilizations for centuries, carrying life-giving water across landscapes. In Mexico, both colonial and pre-Hispanic aqueducts showcase the blend of engineering, culture, and [...]

Day trips from Chihuahua: Exploring Northern Mexico’s landscapes and culture

Chihuahua is often overlooked by international travelers. While many U.S. visitors come for business or to visit relatives, the city rarely makes it onto typical [...]