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Framed by a golden arch, the tumultuous water and pointed rocks of this sandy bay provide a turbulent alternative to neighboring Lover’s Beach.

Learn about this former republic’s history amid the city center’s colonial gems. Discover its beauty along the promenade and swim with sea lions.

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

A symbol of the city and Mexican independence, this neoclassical clock tower is the landmark of Independence Square in Pachuca’s Centro Histórico.

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

Stunning beaches, rolling waves, water sports, jungle treks and superb restaurants await visitors at this stylish getaway on the Pacific coast.

View a range of architectural styles and rare 16th-century artwork when you visit this stunning cathedral in Morelia\'s Central Plaza.

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

See how this former fishing village has transformed into a stunning Caribbean destination centered on the acclaimed Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

Los Cabos offers an intoxicating mix of beautiful beaches, great surf, traditional culture and top resorts.

Take a step back in time as you discover a magnificent collection of Mayan palaces and temples set amid a jungle.

Go beach hopping, try adventure sports, play 18 holes at luxury golf clubs and stay overnight at celebrity hangouts.  

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

A symbol of the city and Mexican independence, this neoclassical clock tower is the landmark of Independence Square in Pachuca’s Centro Histórico.

Discover one of the world’s tallest aqueducts, thermal spas and architectural wonders from Mexico’s colonial years at this town in western Hidalgo.

Sitting high above the Caribbean Sea, these spectacular ruins have become one of the most popular tourist sites in all of Mexico.

Spot wildlife and marvel at striking geological formations while riding along a stretch of pristine golden sand on an all-terrain bike. 

Glass-bottom boats take vacationers around the picturesque coastline of this gorgeous bay, where you can participate in diving and whale watching.

The crowning glory of Mazatlán’s Old Town, this 19th-century cathedral bears Gothic and Moorish influences and has a striking collection of stained-glass windows.

Learn about this former republic’s history amid the city center’s colonial gems. Discover its beauty along the promenade and swim with sea lions.

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.