mexico

I absolutely love going to Mexico.I try to go once every two years. My favorite place to go to is Puerto Vallarta. The people are extremely nice the food is great, many different activities to do, its just wonderful. I got to swim with dolphins, swim in the ocean, jet ski, parasailing, took a jeep safari tour, canopy zipline tour, dune buggy tour, ATV tour

I am visiting Mexico this summer.

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Went here for the third time in 2006.

Mexico City embraces the 21st century as the country’s capital and undisputed hub of commerce, while resting on its ancient heritage as Tenochtitlán, capital of the Aztec empire. With over 23 million residents, Mexico City claims the title of world’s largest city. It sits in a high valley (alt. over 7300’) surrounded by mountains. While evidence of farm villages in the area dates to 1500 BC, the main predecessor goes back to the 1300s, when the Aztecs established a capital on an island in Lake Texcoco. In 1521, Spanish invaders conquered and destroyed the city and then built Mexico City on the ruins. Lake Texcoco had no natural drainage and was subject to floods, so after 30,000 people died in flooding in 1629, Spaniards drained the lake. Today, Mexico City wears many faces, as seen at the Plaza of Three Cultures, where a modern office building, a cathedral from the colonial period, and an Aztec pyramid stand witness to daily life. Many historic landmarks, excavated Aztec ruins, and important government buildings can be found near Zócalo (Constitution Plaza), the city’s chief plaza. Adjacent are partially excavated remains of the Templo Mayor (Great Temple), one-time center of religious life in the Aztec capital, and an adjoining museum displays items that testify to the splendor of that civilization. Alameda Central, the city’s oldest park, is also the location of the city’s Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts). Many national museums, such as the Museo Nacional de Antropología and the Museo Nacional de Arte preserve the country’s past and present for visitors to enjoy. A wealth of first class restaurants and trendy night spots also dot the city, from the upscale Polanco district to the Centro Histórico area. Shoppers make regular pilgrimages to Bazar Sábado (Saturday Bazaar) at Plaza San Jacinto and Mercado Insurgentes in the Zona Rosa district, both excellent sources of handicrafts, and to the modern Centro Santa Fe on the city’s west side.

Went here in 2006.

The beautiful and picturesque city of Taxco features several silversmith workshops; since silver represents the origin, development and peak of Taxco, this village is the ideal place to shop for this kind of jewelry as well as crafts made of this shiny metal. Also, you will be able to admire the Santa Prisca Parish Church, which dates from the eighteenth century and is the religious symbol that identifies this city, emphasizing the devotion and the deeply-rooted traditions of the local people.

The word “taxco” comes from the nahuatl language and means “ballgame place”. The village is an enchanting silver labyrinth and definitely one of the most beautiful colonial towns in the country. This exceptional town features winding and cobbled narrow streets leading to countless religious temples and museums that keep the feeling of its builders. Taxco is an incomparable place inundated with works of art and colonial buildings, overwhelming the spirit of its visitors and always inviting them to stay longer.

Went here in 2006.

Cuernavaca, the capital of the state of Morelos, is located about an hour south of the Mexico City airport, and is one of Mexico’s most historical and fascinating cities. Known as the “City of Eternal Spring” for it’s year-round mild climate, Cuernavaca has much to offer to the traveler.

Cuernavaca is also host to several world class spas and resorts. Many wealthy Mexico City residents have their second home here, and they escape the congestion of the city for the weekend relaxation of Cuernavaca. Vacationers who like to take advantage of the spas also come here to heal and rejuvenate.

Due to its historical importance, the central part of the city has several noted sites worth visiting: the Alameda plaza and the neighboring Plaza de Armas, together making up the city’s central plaza or Zócalo; the Cortez Palace, which now hosts the Museo de Cuauhnahuac and was built staring in 1530; the Catedral de la Asuncion de Maria, one of Mexico’s oldest convents and completed in 1552; the Jardin Borda, or Borda Gardens which is now a public botanical park. All are are within a few blocks walking distance of each other, making Cuernavaca the ideal place to see and learn about Mexico’s rich past.

Good restaurants can be found both around the central district and throughout the city, as well as cafes and bars, including the newer hangout of La Plazuela. This small, foot only street and plaza has several cafes and bars with nightly music of local talent. There are other attractions nearby as well, such as the hideaway artisan village of Tepoztlan, and the ancient pyramids of Xochicalco, both worth your time for a visit.

Getting here: most visitors to Cuernavaca come here via Mexico City, as it is just about an hour and a half south of there by bus. There is a bus line that can take you directly from the Mexico City International Airport to central Cuernavaca.

Went here in 2006.

The ancient city of Teotihuacán is the most visited of Mexico’s archaeological sites and a must-see if you’re in Mexico City. The site is impressive for its scale, both in the size of the Pyramid of the Sun (the third largest pyramid in the world) and the majesty of the Calle de los Muertos (Street of the Dead) – originally 4km long and flanked by temples, palaces and platforms. Look for amazingly well preserved murals in the Palace of the Jaguars or the Palace of the Quetzal-butterfly and bold sculptures in the Temple of Quetzalcoátl.