Ancient ruins wrapped in steamy jungles, cobblestone streets winding through colonial towns, and a drop-dead gorgeous coastline straddling the Pacific and Caribbean Oceans. If you’re looking for adventure, culture and history, Mexico has it all on tap.
Most journeys start in Mexico City, where travellers would previously try leave as soon as possible. But the sprawling capital has re-invented itself in recent years and become a trendy melting pot of art, culture and non-stop nightlife.
From here, the options are endless: head east towards the sun-splashed Caribbean coast and resort haven of the “Mayan Riviera”. If solitude is more your thing, the barren beauty of the Baja peninsula beckons in the northwest. To the south lies the colonial city of Oaxaca and the lush state of Chiapas, where Spanish and Indian influences of a bygone era blend seamlessly into daily life.
Art lovers will find galleries and museums littered around the country, while adventure seekers are spoilt for choice between snow-capped mountains and sparkling coral reefs. And if you’re after awe-inspiring ruins, you’ve come to the right place. From Palenque to Chichén Itzá, Mexico is packed with incredible archaeological attractions that trace its fascinating history as home of the most formidable ancient civilisations in the Americas.
The only thing as varied as Mexico’s attractions is its food – from spicy street fare to gourmet dining, this is a destination you want to savour in every possible way.
Active Travellers; Arts + Culture Lovers; Backpackers/Budget Travellers; Foodies; History Buffs
