Taxco: Mexico's Silver Capital

Taxco de Alarcon, Mexico's silver capital, is a charming colonial town nestled in the mountains of Guerrero state between Mexico City and Acapulco. If you're interested in purchasing silver, Taxco is the place to go, but even if silver shopping is not your cup of tea, you'll probably find plenty to do in this beautiful town with winding cobblestone streets and beautiful colonial architecture. You can visit Taxco on a (long) day trip from either Mexico City or Acapulco, but you'd be well advised to at least spend one night.

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_{Photo by Bruce Herman, courtesy of the Mexican Tourism Board.}