Mexico is such an inspiring country with so many different things to do and see. Every region has its own characteristics and highlights and you will need months to explore. But what if you have three weeks in Mexico and want to get the most out of your travels? What should you see and include in your trip? This is my Mexico itinerary for 3 weeks, bringing you from Mexico city all the way to the peninsula Yucatan. I will show you beautiful cities, scenic destinations, archaeological sights, activities and cultural highlights.
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Mexico is such an inspiring country with so many different things to do. Every state in Mexico has its own characteristics, atmosphere and attractions and you could travel around for months. In this article you’ll find my best travel tips for what to do in Mexico. Discover scenic and cultural destinations, art, beaches, culinary experiences, archaeological highlights and information about safety, best travel time and transportation.
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Valladolid is a typical Mexican city! A large square with a beautiful cathedral, a friendly atmosphere, a monastery, colonial buildings with countless colors and a cenote that lies in the center of the city. Valladolid is a great city to include in your trip to Mexico and use as a base for a visit to the Mayan ruins of Chichén Itzá and the impressive nearby cenotes. In this article you will find the most beautiful sights and best things to do in Valladolid in Mexico and surroundings.
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Izamal is better known as the yellow city of Mexico. All the houses in the colonial center of this city are painted completely yellow. And in different shades! The reason why the city is yellow is unfortunately unknown. But Izamal is a wonderful destination to include in your trip through Mexico. In this article you will find the 10 best things to do in Izamal Mexico, including one of the most beautiful hotels and restaurants.
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Are you dreaming about traveling to Mexico? To discover the history of the Maya, Aztecs and other ancient civilizations? Mexico is famous for its ancient temples and pyramids, each of them located in a different part of the country. This is a list with the best ruins you want to visit during your trip through Mexico.
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Archaeological SitesArt and CultureMexicoMonte Albán
Visiting Monte Alban | the famous ruins near Oaxaca!
Lots of people have heard about the Maya and the Aztecs. But there are many more ancient civilizations in Mexico, such as the Mixtecs and the Zapotecs. One of their most important cities used to be Monte Albán. Nowadays it’s a beautiful and an interesting archaeological site. In this article I’m taking you on an journey to this former city and of the Zapotecs.
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Archaeological SitesArt and CultureMexicoYaxchilán
Discover the Yaxchilan ruins, the remote Maya site in Mexico!
The Yaxchilán ruins are located on the border of Mexico and Guatemala, deep in the Lacandon jungle. It is the most remote Maya complex of the country, due to its difficult accessibility. The site can only be reached by boat. A beautiful 45-minute trip along the Usumacinta River will take you from the town of Corozal, to the starting point of your walk around the Yaxchilan Mexico ruins. A visit is a special experience. In this article I’m telling you everything you need to know about this beautiful archaeological site.
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Oaxaca is a city that you definitely want to visit during your trip to Mexico. It is a quiet city where you can stroll around for hours, past squares, churches, colonial buildings, botanical gardens and cool street art. The city has a nice bohemian atmosphere. Read here what to do in the beautiful city of Oaxaca, including an overview of the best restaurants and hotspots.
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San Cristóbal de las Casas in Mexico is a typical colonial town with colored houses, beautiful facades and atmospheric streets. The city is located at 2100 meters, in the Chiapas state, a mountainous environment with jungle and rainforest. San Cristóbal is also the perfect base to explore the beautiful surroundings. Find out what to do in San Cristobal de las Casas Mexico, including a list with my favorite cafes and things to do in San Cristobal surroundings, such as a visit to the indigenous villages of San Juan Chamula and Zinacantan and one of the deepest gorges in the world.
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– She loved animals and had all kind of pets in her house La casa azul. Dogs, monkeys, parrots, macaws, cats and even a deer. This loving fellows often appear in her selfportraits