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San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel de Allende is a picturesque colonial city that is popular with expats.
Cinco de Mayo in Mexico
In Mexico the Cinco de Mayo holiday is a commemoration of a battle that took place in Puebla in 1862. Festivities in Puebla are particularly vibrant.
Monte Alban
Monte Alban archaeological site in Oaxaca is among Mexico's most important and impressive ancient sites. This visitors guide offers essential information for visiting Monte Alban.
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.
Morelia, Michoacan
Morelia is a charming colonial city with elegant historical buildings of pink stone and a thriving cultural scene.
Huatulco Travel Guide
Huatulco, or Las Bahias de Huatulco, is a beach resort area located on the Mexican Pacific coast in the state of Oaxaca.
Cinco de Mayo in Puebla
Cinco de Mayo is celebrated extravagantly in the city of Puebla where the battle that the date commemorates took place.
Throw a Cinco de Mayo Party
Cinco de Mayo is an occasion to celebrate Mexican food and culture. You'll find lots of resources here for planning your Cinco de Mayo party, from Mexican food and drink ideas to music and Mexican-themed activities.
The Mummies of Guanajuato
The city of Guanajuato, Mexico has a singular attraction: a mummy museum featuring over one hundred mummies that were formed naturally in the local cemetery. The Museo de las Momias de Guanajuato is one of the creepiest sights in Mexico!
Safety Tips for Spring Break in Mexico
Find out what precautions you should take to make sure your spring break in Mexico is safe and fun.
Lent in Mexico
Lent is the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter. Find out how Lent is observed in Mexico.
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.
Guelaguetza Festival in Oaxaca
The Guelaguetza is a traditional folk dance festival which is celebrated in Oaxaca at the end of July. Find out the dates for Guelaguetza 2012.
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.
The Maya
An overview of the Maya, from ancient times to the present day.
The Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya, also known as the Mayan Riviera is a beautiful destination south of Cancun. It has some of Mexico's best beaches and lots of options for ecotourism and watersports.
Day of the Dead Origins and History
Day of the Dead is a continually evolving tradition that has its roots in indigenous Mesoamerican beliefs mixed with Catholic teachings.
Christmas in Mexico
There are some very special traditions surrounding Christmas celebrations in Mexico.
Xcaret Theme Park
Xcaret is an eco-archaeological theme park in the Mayan Riviera where you can learn about the area's culture, flora and fauna as well as enjoy water activities.
Fairmont Mayakoba Features
The Fairmont Mayakoba is a luxurious hotel designed around a network of crystal clear waterways. The complex encompasses 45 acres within a master-planned community that includes an 18-hole golf course.
Mexican Mariachi Music
Mariachi is a type of music that is considered to be representative of Mexico.
Mexico's Day of the Dead Celebrations
Day of the Dead (Dia de los muertos), is a Mexican holiday in which families remember their dead, place altars in their homes and decorate tombs in cemeteries.
20 de Noviembre - Día de la Revolución
November 20th is Revolution Day in Mexico, the day the Mexican revolution is commemorated.
Guadalajara City Guide
Guadalajara, in the state of Jalisco, is Mexico's second largest city and a great place to experience Mexican culture.
Independence Day in Mexico
On September 15th and 16th Mexican Independence is celebrated throughout the country, with a variety of activities.