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Chichén Itzá Visitor's Guide
Chichén Itzá, the most famous Mayan temple city, served as the political and economic center of the Mayan civilization.

Puerto Vallarta City Guide
Puerto Vallarta

Independence Day in Mexico
On September 15th and 16th Mexican Independence is celebrated throughout the country, with a variety of activities.

Mexican Mariachi Music
Mariachi is a type of music that is considered to be representative of Mexico.

Guadalajara City Guide
Guadalajara, in the state of Jalisco, is Mexico's second largest city and a great place to experience Mexican culture.

Talavera Poblana Pottery
Puebla is world-renowned for its Talavera pottery which comes in various forms, including plates, serving dishes, vases and tiles.

Piñata
The definition and the meaning of piñata, and the pinata song

Zacatlan, Puebla
Zacatlan de las Manzanas is a small town in the state of Puebla, perfect as a side trip from Puebla city. There are waterfalls and parks nearby that are great for hiking.

Acapulco City Guide
Acapulco, located in the state of Guerrero, is one of Mexico's most popular beach resort destinations. This complete city guide gives an overview of the city as well as information on what to do and where to stay in Acapulco.

Mexico City Airport Guide
Find out how to get to and around the Mexico City Airport with this guide to Mexico City's Benito Juarez International Airport.

Merida, Capital of Yucatan
Tourist guide to Merida, capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan.

National Museum of Anthropology
Information about the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City: how to get there, hours, highlights.

Basílica de Guadalupe
The Basilica de Guadalupe in Mexico City is a shrine to the Virgin of Guadalupe located on Tepeyac Hill where the Virgin of Guadalupe first appeared to Juan Diego in 1531.

Los Cabos, Baja California
Los Cabos is a beach resort area at the tip of the Baja California Peninsula.

Morelia, Michoacan
Morelia is a charming colonial city with elegant historical buildings of pink stone and a thriving cultural scene.

The Yucatan Peninsula
Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula offers a wide range of activities and attractions from beautiful beaches, ecological reserves, colonial cities and vibrant culture.

Hidden Beach Resort Au Naturel Club
The Hidden Beach Resort is a luxurious, all-inclusive resort for nudists. Located on the Mayan Riviera, the Hidden Beach Resort offers guests the opportunity to enjoy their vacation in the nude.

Holy Week and Easter in Mexico
Holy Week in Mexico is both a religious and a secular holiday. Find out how Mexicans celebrate Semana Santa, the week leading up to Easter.

Lent in Mexico
Lent is the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter. Find out how Lent is observed in Mexico.

Mexico Celebrates Carnaval
Mexican Carnival celebrations are colorful and exuberant. Find out how Carnaval is celebrated throughout Mexico.

Oaxaca City Guide
Oaxaca City history, geography and attractions.

Día de la Candelaria
Dia de la Candelaria, or Candlemas, is celebrated in Mexico on February 2nd. Find out about the origins of this fiesta and the celebrations that occur on this date.

Cancun, Quintana Roo - Mexico's Top Beach Destination
Cancun, Mexico's leading tourist resort area in the state of Quintana Roo, has beautiful beaches and modern hotels.

Mexico's Ancient Civilizations
Mesoamerica was home to many cultural groups. Here are descriptions of the most important of Mexico's ancient civilizations, and archaeological sites.

Mexicana Airline
Profile and contact information for Mexican airline Aeromexico.

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