
Mexico - A modern country with a colonial heart and a very old soul.
Mexico is shaped like a horn of plenty, and is a Cornucopia of folk art, mariachi music, rich gastronomy, ancient pyramids, Monarch butterflies, cobblestone streets, diverse landscapes, happy people, and colorful fiestas.
Places of Interest Mexico City
Mexico City is the oldest capital in the Americas, and one of the largest cities in the world, with an estimated population of over 20 million people. Built on top of the Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlán, it is a city of modern, colonial and indigenous culture.
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Mundo Maya: Beaches, pyramids, flamingos, colonial cities
Climb a pyramid, stroll colonial cities, take a dip in a cenote, or sinkhole, purify in a traditional Maya temazcal, or steam bath, observe pink flamingos
Colonial Heartland
The Colonial Heartland, also known as the Bajío, is a photogenic treasure chest of silver cities, ghost towns, Spanish architecture, colorful markets, local crafts, and regional foods. For the most part, these are real towns, not resorts, where people are living their daily lives. This is the cradle of Mexican Independence, loaded with atmosphere, history and romance.
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