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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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Feel the pulse of the city at its main plaza, a lively haunt bordered by historical buildings and with a beautiful park at its center.

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.

Explore this “Magic Town” and enjoy views from the tiny chapel on the side of an enormous monolith overlooking the valley.

Explore this “Magic Town” and enjoy views from the tiny chapel on the side of an enormous monolith overlooking the valley.

Spend time in the heart of this quaint city to admire its colonial architecture and try orange enchiladas, then venture out to hike through the surrounding undulating countryside.

Admire this grand neoclassical church and discover the arcades, gardens and restaurants of the pleasant square on which it stands.

Admire the elaborate Baroque façade and exquisite neoclassical interior of this monumental church that looms over the city’s main square.

Explore this “Magic Town” and enjoy views from the tiny chapel on the side of an enormous monolith overlooking the valley.

Explore this “Magic Town” and enjoy views from the tiny chapel on the side of an enormous monolith overlooking the valley.

Join locals at this popular, leafy plaza in the heart of colonial Tequisquiapan. It is overlooked by a grand neoclassical church and is the perfect people-watching spot.