{"id":5053,"date":"2023-09-21T06:48:15","date_gmt":"2023-09-21T06:48:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/?p=5053"},"modified":"2023-09-21T06:48:20","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T06:48:20","slug":"discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Mexico: Your Ultimate Travel Guide for Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mexico, just south of the United States, is a fantastic country for tourists. The country offers a lot \u2013 stunning beaches, ancient Mayan civilization, ruins of the Aztec nightlife, swamps, deserts, forests, high alpine vegetation, adventures, unique culture, many UNESCO World Heritage sites, and great food. In this Mexico <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/a-beginners-travel-guide-to-moscow\/\">travel guide<\/a>, we will introduce you to the best of the country. Find out the best places to visit in Mexico, the best time to visit, climate, and we will also show you how to <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/5-tips-to-save-money-on-a-skiing-holiday\/\">save money<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"people riding tour boats during daytime in mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/n6basuuqbc.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Mexico received 35 million visitors in 2017, making the country the world\u2019s 8th most popular country for tourists. Germany ranked 7th, while <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/rock-climbing-adventure-in-thailand\/\">Thailand<\/a> came in at 9th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mexico is the largest country in Central America. It is about three times as large as Texas. Mexico is shaped roughly like a wedge, widest in the north and tapering to the narrow Isthmus of Tehuantepec in the south.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-678108b5b2632\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-678108b5b2632\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexico_Quick_Facts\" title=\"Mexico Quick Facts\">Mexico Quick Facts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexico_Climate\" title=\"Mexico Climate\">Mexico Climate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#The_Best_Time_to_Visit_Mexico\" title=\"The Best Time to Visit Mexico\">The Best Time to Visit Mexico<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexican_Visa\" title=\"Mexican Visa\">Mexican Visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#12_Top_Reasons_to_Visit_Mexico\" title=\"12 Top Reasons to Visit Mexico\">12 Top Reasons to Visit Mexico<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Beaches\" title=\"Beaches\">Beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Ancient_Sites\" title=\"Ancient Sites\">Ancient Sites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites\" title=\"UNESCO World Heritage Sites\">UNESCO World Heritage Sites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexican_Cuisine\" title=\"Mexican Cuisine\">Mexican Cuisine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexican_Music\" title=\"Mexican Music\">Mexican Music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Friendly_welcoming_people\" title=\"Friendly, welcoming people\">Friendly, welcoming people<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Diverse_Landscape\" title=\"Diverse Landscape\">Diverse Landscape<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Unique_Wildlife\" title=\"Unique Wildlife\">Unique Wildlife<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Drinks\" title=\"Drinks\">Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexican_Culture\" title=\"Mexican Culture\">Mexican Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Handicrafts\" title=\"Handicrafts\">Handicrafts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Affordable\" title=\"Affordable\">Affordable<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#10_Best_Places_in_Mexico\" title=\"10 Best Places in Mexico\">10 Best Places in Mexico<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Cancun_and_the_Mayan_Riviera\" title=\"Canc\u00fan and the Mayan Riviera\">Canc\u00fan and the Mayan Riviera<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Puerto_Vallarta\" title=\"Puerto Vallarta\">Puerto Vallarta<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Cabo_San_Lucas_and_the_Los_Cabos_Corridor\" title=\"Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos Corridor\">Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos Corridor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Copper_Canyon\" title=\"Copper Canyon\">Copper Canyon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Mexico_Citys_Historic_Center\" title=\"Mexico City\u2019s Historic Center\">Mexico City\u2019s Historic Center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Chichen_Itza\" title=\"Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1\">Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Guanajuato\" title=\"Guanajuato\">Guanajuato<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#The_Ancient_Fortress_of_Tulum\" title=\"The Ancient Fortress of Tulum\">The Ancient Fortress of Tulum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Guadalajara\" title=\"Guadalajara\">Guadalajara<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#Merida\" title=\"M\u00e9rida\">M\u00e9rida<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/discover-mexico-your-ultimate-travel-guide-for-mexico\/#How_to_visit_Mexico_on_a_Budget\" title=\"How to visit Mexico on a Budget\">How to visit Mexico on a Budget<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexico-quick-facts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexico_Quick_Facts\"><\/span><strong>Mexico Quick Facts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Official Name \u2013 United Mexican States (Estados \u00danidos Mexicanos).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>14th largest country \u2013 Mexico is the 14th largest country in the world by total area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The world\u2019s largest pyramid \u2013 The Great Pyramid of Cholula in Mexico is the largest pyramid in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chichen Itza Pyramid \u2013 This is one of the new <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/7-wonders-of-the-world\/\">Seven Wonders of the World<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Language \u2013 Spanish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaguar, the largest wildcat in North America, can be found in Mexico\u2019s southern jungles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>World\u2019s Smallest Dog \u2013 Chihuahua, the smallest dog, is named for a Mexican state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The border between Mexico and the United States is the second-largest border in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In terms of Catholics, Mexico is second only to Brazil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mexico is located in the &#8216;Ring of Fire,&#8217; one of the most active earthquake and volcano zones on the planet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mexico is home to a very rare rabbit. The \u2018volcano rabbit\u2019 lives near Mexican volcanoes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mexico gave the world chocolate, corn and chiles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"mountain peak during daytime in zapotitlan salinas Botanical Garden, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/uilhne1vcwa.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexico-climate\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexico_Climate\"><\/span>Mexico Climate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The climate of Mexico is highly varied as the Tropic of Cancer divides the country into temperate and tropical zones. North of the twenty-fourth parallel, the country sees lower temperatures in the winter. Temperatures south of the 24th parallel are reasonably consistent throughout the year. North Mexico generally receives less precipitation than the south.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>The south, both coastal plains and the Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula, have a yearly median temperature between 24 and 28 \u00b0C (75.2 and 82.4 \u00b0F). Temperatures here remain high throughout the year.<\/td><td>Low-lying areas north of the 24th parallel of the country are hot and humid in the summer. You will have lower yearly temperature averages in the winter season.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Towns and cities south of the 24th parallel have constant, pleasant temperatures throughout the year. Northerly locations see seasonal variations.<\/td><td>Mexico City has a yearly median temperature of 15 \u00b0C (59 \u00b0F) at 2,300 meters (7,546 feet), with pleasant summers and warm winters. Comfortable for tourists and residents.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rainfall varies widely both by location and season. The Baja California Peninsula has arid or semi-arid conditions.<\/td><td>Parts of the northern Altiplano, highlands, and high peaks in the Sierra Madres receive snow.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rainy season from June to mid-October. The driest and wettest months are February and July, respectively.<\/td><td>Mexico is in the hurricane belt. Both coasts see storms from June to November. On the Pacific coast, hurricanes are frequently less violent.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-best-time-to-visit-mexico\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Time_to_Visit_Mexico\"><\/span>The Best Time to Visit Mexico<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>September is the best <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/places-to-stay-for-the-great-ocean-road-trip-in-australia\/\">time to visit<\/a> Mexico, as the weather in Mexico is cooler this time of the year. There are fewer spells of rain. There is lush greenery. September also sees a decrease in crowds as children return to school. With fewer tourists, the prices have gone down too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Honestly, there is no bad time to <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/26-mexican-slangs-you-have-to-know-before-visiting-mexico\/\">visit Mexico<\/a>. However, having said this, certain times of the year may appeal to different people. Some destinations and <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/adventure-activities-to-try-during-your-gap-year\/\">activities<\/a> may be more appealing during particular seasons of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexican-visa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexican_Visa\"><\/span>Mexican Visa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/turkey-travel-guide-best-places-to-visit\/\">Traveling by land or sea<\/a>, US citizens can enter Mexico and return with a passport, but flying requires a passport. Those from other countries will need their passport to enter Mexico.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chinese, Indians, Russians and South Africans must obtain a visa. But Mexican visas are not required for people of any nationality from the US, Canada, or a Schengen zone country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the purpose of your visit is to work (even as a volunteer), report, study or participate in humanitarian aid or human-rights observation, you may need a visa whatever your nationality. Visa procedures might take a few weeks. It is possible that you will be needed to apply in your country of residence or citizenship for visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-top-reasons-to-visit-mexico\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Top_Reasons_to_Visit_Mexico\"><\/span>12 Top Reasons to Visit Mexico<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Mexico is the world\u2019s 8th most popular country for tourists according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Mexico received 35 million visitors in 2017, just ahead of <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/5-great-romantic-destinations\/\">Thailand<\/a>. Its island escapes, Caribbean coastline, the cosmopolitan capital city, forests, and ancient ruins are a huge draw.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"beaches\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Beaches\"><\/span><strong>Beaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun\" class=\"wp-image-4204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Live-Aqua-Beach-Resort-Cancun.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-15-cleanest-beaches-in-florida\/\">Top beaches<\/a> \u2013 Tulum, Akumal beach, the Playa Las Gatas, and the <strong>Canc\u00fan<\/strong> beach. You can simply relax on the sandy stretch, play beach volleyball, soccer, or go paddle boarding, fishing and kayaking. There is also diving, snorkeling, sailing, and whale-watching. Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres and Xpu Ha Beach is part of the Riviera Maya. Zipolite Beach, Playa del Amor, and Playa de Tecolote are the busiest beaches. You will find many vendors selling marlin en escabencha and chocolate clams.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ancient-sites\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ancient_Sites\"><\/span><strong>Ancient Sites<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Teotihuac\u00e1n, Chichen-Itza and the circular pyramids of Guachimontones in Jalisco are all famous.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unesco-world-heritage-sites\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites\"><\/span><strong>UNESCO World Heritage Sites<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Puebla-Mexico.jpg\" alt=\"Puebla, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Puebla-Mexico.jpg 800w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Puebla-Mexico-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Puebla-Mexico-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beautiful church known as Our Lady of Remedies in Puebla, Cholula, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Historic Center of Mexico City and Xochimilco, Historic Centre of Puebla, Archaeological site of Monte Alb\u00e1n and the Historic Center of Oaxaca, Palenque, Teotihuac\u00e1n, Chichen-Itza, El Tajin, Zacatecas, Uxmal, Xochicalco, the Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque and many more. There are 35 sites in total.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexican-cuisine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexican_Cuisine\"><\/span><strong>Mexican Cuisine<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>It is vast. Mayan delicacies, the tortas and tacos are mouthwatering.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexican-music\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexican_Music\"><\/span><strong>Mexican Music<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Truly diverse. The mariachi groups are excellent and shouldn\u2019t be overlooked.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"friendly-welcoming-people\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Friendly_welcoming_people\"><\/span><strong>Friendly, welcoming people<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The Mexicans will go out of the way to help you if you <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/essential-spanish-phrases-to-know-for-travel-in-spain\/\">know Spanish<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"woman in red and yellow dress wearing black hat\" class=\"wp-image-5066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4bx3vmaxvfe.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"diverse-landscape\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diverse_Landscape\"><\/span><strong>Diverse Landscape<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>There is something for everyone, from deserts to forests, turquoise sea to mountains, and volcanoes.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unique-wildlife\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unique_Wildlife\"><\/span><strong>Unique Wildlife<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Chance to see endangered species like Axolotl, cacomistle, Mexican prairie dog, and the Vaquita Porpoise along the <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/costa-rica-beaches\/\">Caribbean coast<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"drinks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drinks\"><\/span><strong>Drinks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>In Mexico tequila, mezcal and pulque tastes better.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexican-culture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexican_Culture\"><\/span><strong>Mexican Culture<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Mexican Culture is Fascinating. Mexican culture is a collage of influences, from the Mesoamerican to the Spanish. Many speak local languages and dialects, and not Spanish at Oaxaca or the mountains of Jalisco and Chihuahua. <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/unlocking-the-meaning-behind-chingones-exploring-the-cultural-significance\/\">Explore Spanish<\/a> colonial history in Taxco, Quer\u00e9taro, and Guanajuato.<\/p><div class=\"f20d6726fb9d9dc0ca999d712cd859d9\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: left; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0;\">\n<script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Viral Vacation Ideas Article Middle -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:inline-block;width:300px;height:250px\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4887266588189027\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9915562726\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"handicrafts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Handicrafts\"><\/span><strong>Handicrafts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The country\u2019s folk art and <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/best-places-to-visit-in-germany\/\">beautiful handicrafts are reason enough to visit<\/a> Mexico. Collect woolen rugs, silver jewelry, Talavera pottery, hand-blown glass, baskets, hats, woodcarvings and clothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/woman-shows-mexican-hat-with-the-colors-of-the-mex-2023-03-24-00-32-33-utc-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Woman wearing Mexican Hat with the Colors of Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-4335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/woman-shows-mexican-hat-with-the-colors-of-the-mex-2023-03-24-00-32-33-utc-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/woman-shows-mexican-hat-with-the-colors-of-the-mex-2023-03-24-00-32-33-utc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/woman-shows-mexican-hat-with-the-colors-of-the-mex-2023-03-24-00-32-33-utc-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/woman-shows-mexican-hat-with-the-colors-of-the-mex-2023-03-24-00-32-33-utc-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/woman-shows-mexican-hat-with-the-colors-of-the-mex-2023-03-24-00-32-33-utc.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"affordable\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Affordable\"><\/span><strong>Affordable<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>The cost of travel and hotels is cheaper than many other places. Even though the prices are higher in the touristy areas like Canc\u00fan and Baja California, you\u2019ll still get more bang for your buck.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-best-places-in-mexico\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Best_Places_in_Mexico\"><\/span>10 Best Places in Mexico<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Mexico is a huge draw for a lot of tourists who seek extensive sunshine, stunning scenery, and beautiful sandy beaches. And of course, there are those UNESCO World Heritage sites and the Aztec and <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/exploring-the-best-things-to-do-in-tulum\/\">Mayan ruins<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cancun-and-the-mayan-riviera\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancun_and_the_Mayan_Riviera\"><\/span><strong>Canc\u00fan and the Mayan Riviera<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"716\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-1024x716.jpg\" alt=\"Hyatt Ziva Cancun\" class=\"wp-image-4207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-1024x716.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun-768x537.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hyatt-Ziva-Cancun.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Canc\u00fan is a coastline on the Gulf of Mexico. Playa del Carmen and the island of Cozumel, are collectively known as the Mayan Riviera. There are many tourists, but it never gets too crowded, because there are many beaches along the Riviera where you can find your spot of seclusion to enjoy nature and endless crystal clear water. You will find dolphins, stingrays, there is snorkeling among the reefs, and scuba diving in the world\u2019s largest underwater museum, where you will see a spectacular collection of sculptures. <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/all-inclusive-resorts-in-cancun-a-guide-for-stay\/\">All inclusive resorts in cancun<\/a> are the best option for your stay in cancun.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"puerto-vallarta\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Puerto_Vallarta\"><\/span><strong>Puerto Vallarta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>A popular <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/east-coast-beaches-in-florida\/\">beach<\/a> on the Pacific coast. Puerto Vallarta offers beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/best-honeymoon-destination-ideas\/\">nature and adventures<\/a>. You can swim with the dolphins here. There are paragliding and jet-skiing. You can also shop for arts, crafts or simply stroll along the beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cabo-san-lucas-and-the-los-cabos-corridor\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabo_San_Lucas_and_the_Los_Cabos_Corridor\"><\/span><strong>Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos Corridor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>On the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula, it is often referred to as Cabo. This is one of Mexico\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-10-best-beaches-in-the-usa\/\">top beaches<\/a>. The towns of Cabo San Lucas and San Jos\u00e9 del Cabo are together called the Los Cabos Corridor (Corredor Turistico). This is a 30-kilometer stretch of pristine <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/best-beaches-in-florida-with-clear-water\/\">beaches that attracts visitors for its clear water<\/a>, diving, snorkeling, and fishing. There are swimming and snorkeling around the famous natural landmark El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, a huge archway carved out of the coastline where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"copper-canyon\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Copper_Canyon\"><\/span><strong>Copper Canyon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"copper canyon\" class=\"wp-image-5068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dtzj5m-rpta.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mexico\u2019s Grand Canyon \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chihuahua_(state)\">Chihuahua<\/a>, one of Mexico\u2019s most northerly states, shares the border with New Mexico in the US. The Copper Canyon here in the Sierra Madre Occidental is one of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/13-must-visit-pennsylvania-springs-for-nature-lovers\/\">visited natural<\/a> attractions. The copper green color along its steep canyon walls adds calmness to the scenery. It is formed by six rivers that converge in the Rio Fuerte before draining into the Gulf of California.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mexico-citys-historic-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexico_Citys_Historic_Center\"><\/span><strong>Mexico City\u2019s Historic Center<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/7-museums-not-to-miss-in-mexico-city\/\">Mexico City<\/a>, the capital, has world-class museums, art galleries, and many attractions. There are many important colonial buildings in Constitution Square, the city\u2019s happening main plaza. <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-10-places-to-visit-in-kenya-and-things-to-do\/\">Visit the National<\/a> Palace, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Templo Mayor, which houses Aztec treasures. Huge volcanic mountains, the Popocat\u00e9petl and Iztacc\u00edhuatl, both over 5,000 meters tall, add stunning scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chichen-itza\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chichen_Itza\"><\/span><strong>Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial View of Chichen Itza, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-4141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/aerial-view-of-chichen-itza-2022-02-16-22-23-50-utc.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mayan Metropolis \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/the-ultimate-guide-to-the-perfect-one-week-road-trip-through-croatia\/\">You can go<\/a> on a day trip to Canc\u00fan and Playa del Carmen or the Yucat\u00e1n capital of M\u00e9rida. Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1, the majestic Mayan city, is one of Mexico&#8217;s most visited archaeological sites. The massive El Castillo, the Pyramid of Kukulk\u00e1nn\u00f9, is the site\u2019s tallest structure. See the Caracol, an old observatory that stands testament to the civilization. Many statues and the famous Mayan Chacmools hold sacrificial vessels as they continue to protect these old temples.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"guanajuato\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guanajuato\"><\/span><strong>Guanajuato<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sh85-pknmoa-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"aerial photo of city Guanajuato, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sh85-pknmoa-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sh85-pknmoa-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sh85-pknmoa-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sh85-pknmoa-150x120.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sh85-pknmoa.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the city on foot. The Jardin de la Union, the main square, has old architecture, the beautiful old San Diego Church, and the majestic Ju\u00e1rez Theater, along with fountains and flower beds and caf\u00e9s. Guanajuato is an \u2018art city\u2019. There are many fine galleries, museums, the Museum of Quixote, dedicated to the works of Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes. The city\u2019s famous Mummies of Guanajuato exhibit many naturally mummified remains of locals who died during a cholera outbreak.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-ancient-fortress-of-tulum\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Ancient_Fortress_of_Tulum\"><\/span><strong>The Ancient Fortress of Tulum<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ruins-of-tulum-pre-columbian-mayan-city-mexico-2023-01-12-20-33-19-utc-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Ruins of Tulum Pre Columbian Mayan City, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-4340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ruins-of-tulum-pre-columbian-mayan-city-mexico-2023-01-12-20-33-19-utc-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ruins-of-tulum-pre-columbian-mayan-city-mexico-2023-01-12-20-33-19-utc-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ruins-of-tulum-pre-columbian-mayan-city-mexico-2023-01-12-20-33-19-utc-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ruins-of-tulum-pre-columbian-mayan-city-mexico-2023-01-12-20-33-19-utc-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ruins-of-tulum-pre-columbian-mayan-city-mexico-2023-01-12-20-33-19-utc.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ruins of Tulum Pre Columbian Mayan City, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/top-10-things-to-see-in-greece\/\">ancient city<\/a> of Tulum is one of the Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula\u2019s most visited attractions and is also famous for Mayan settlements. The beaches of Canc\u00fan, Playa del Carmen and Cozumel are all must-visits in Mexico. Tulum is also famous for its high walls. It almost feels like a military fortress and a place of religious importance. See the Temple of the Frescoes with its sculptures and reliefs, and the Castillo, the largest building, famous for its cliff side location.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"guadalajara\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guadalajara\"><\/span><strong>Guadalajara<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Guadalajara is second to Mexico City in size. There are broad avenues, picturesque parks, and fine old buildings. Guadalajara is known for its traditional Mexican culture, from mariachi music to Charreadas, a type of rodeo that is usually accompanied by festivities like dancing, singing, and plenty of great food. It&#8217;s a fun city to walk around. There are four large squares that together form the shape of a cross and comprise the old city center. The best of them is the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, and the beautiful Baroque Guadalajara Cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"merida\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Merida\"><\/span><strong>M\u00e9rida<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"man standing near yellow trike with pots of flowers in Barrio de Santiago, M\u00e9rida, Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5072\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/6fgbpqag3h8.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Yucat\u00e1n\u2019s White City \u2013 M\u00e9rida, the capital of Yucat\u00e0n, is one of Mexico\u2019s finest old colonial cities. You can make M\u00e9rida your base to explore the region\u2019s many Mayan sites \u2013 Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1 and Tulum. There are many parks in the city, ancient buildings, and plazas. M\u00e9rida is a remarkably neat and tidy city. The locals dress in white, giving the city its long-standing nickname of Ciudad Blanca, the \u2018white city\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-visit-mexico-on-a-budget\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_visit_Mexico_on_a_Budget\"><\/span>How to visit Mexico on a Budget<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><strong>Mexico for <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/vacation-to-dubai-travel-guide-for-dubai\/\">budget travelers<\/a> \u2013 If you\u2019re a budget traveler, you\u2019re going to be surprised by how low your expenses in the country can be. Assume you travel by public transportation, stay mostly in hostels, and eat Mexican street food three times a day. You can expect to spend only $25 each day in this case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mexico <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/usa-travel-guide-what-to-see-and-when-to-go\/\">travel guide<\/a> for mid-range travelers<\/strong> \u2013 If you\u2019re more of a mid-range traveler, you\u2019ll be looking to stay in a decent hotel, splurge on some nice restaurants, and occasionally take a domestic flight. In this case, you may anticipate spending approximately $70 each day in Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mexico <a href=\"https:\/\/viralvacationideas.com\/jamaica-travel-guide-island-in-the-sun\/\">travel guide<\/a> for luxury travelers<\/strong> \u2013 If you\u2019re a luxury traveler, the sky\u2019s the limit! There\u2019s no real upper limit as to what you can spend here, so you could be looking at anywhere between $100 and $500 a day. If you&#8217;re a nomad planning to stay in Mexico for a month or more, your monthly expenses will be significantly cheaper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can cut down your budget by eating street food, which is super cheap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use public transportation like the \u2018chicken\u2019 buses that cost less, but are on time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can save money by camping. There are many facilities throughout the country.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mexico, just south of the United States, is a fantastic country for tourists. The country offers a lot \u2013 stunning beaches, ancient Mayan civilization, ruins of the Aztec nightlife, swamps, deserts, forests, high alpine vegetation, adventures, unique culture, many UNESCO World Heritage sites, and great food. In this Mexico travel guide, we will introduce you to the best of the country. Find out the best places to visit in Mexico, the best time to visit, climate, and we will also show you how to save money. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Mexico received 35 million visitors <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5063,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Discover Mexico: Your Ultimate Travel Guide for Mexico","_seopress_titles_desc":"Uncover the wonders in Mexico with our Mexico travel guide. Explore the ultimate destination for an unforgettable experience. 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