Mexico Travel

Teotihuacan, which means the place where men become gods, is an archaeological zone in the State of Mexico. It lies between the towns of San Juan Teotihuacan and San Martin de las Piramdes, 48 km (30 mi) northeast of Mexico City. The climate is semi-dry, with an average year-round temperature of 15º C (59º F).

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Originally called Taxco de Alarcon, the silver capital of Mexico is located in Mexico’s southern region, 138 km (85 mi) north of Chilpancingo, the state capital of Guerrero, and 151 km (93 mi) south of Mexico City, off Highway 95. The climate is warm and humid, with an average year-round temperature of 19º C (66º F).

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Tampico, the second most important commercial port along the Gulf of Mexico, is located on the southeastern tip of Tamaulipas, 254 km (157 mi) southeast of state capital Ciudad Victoria. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with an average year-round temperature of 24º C (75º F). Known primarily for its bustling commercial activity along the port, Tampico also offers architectural, archaeological and natural attractions, making it one of the region’s main tourist destinations. Among some of the most notable sights are the Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Tampico (Tampico Cathedral), the Edificio de la Aduana Maritima (Maritime Customs Building), a pyramid known as Las Flores (The Flowers), and the nature areas near Playa Miramar (Miramar Beach) and La Laguna del Carpintero (Carpintero Lagoon), where you can do various water sports. In Tampico’s surrounding areas you’ll find ecological sites like the Laguna El Chairel (Chairel Lagoon), where you can observe a wide variety of wildlife. There you can go fishing for such species as red snapper and shark. As for Tampico’s cuisine, you can indulge in crab stuffed with Mexican corn truffle, or bass in a vinegar-based marinade, among other delicious dishes that you can enjoy during your stay in the port city.

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San Miguel de Allende is located in central Mexico, 92 km (57 mi) west of the city of Guanajuato and 276 km (170 mi) northwest of Mexico City, off Highway 110. The average temperature ranges between 16º and 22º C (61º and 72º F). The city’s magnificent colonial edifices, which often combine baroque and neoclassical elements, offer clear examples of the eclectic mix of architectural styles, as you’ll see in buildings such as the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcangel and the Oratorio de San Felipe Neri. What’s more, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the city’s role during the independence insurgence when you visit the stately mansion that houses the Museo Casa Allende. In addition, San Miguel is a destination that draws tourists from all over the world due to its important cultural events, such as the Sanmiguelada, which was inspired by Spain’s Pamplona Festival. The city also hosts world-famous events such as the Chamber Music Festival and the San Miguel Jazz Festival, which features renowned artists.

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The city of San Luis Potosi is located in Mexico’s central region, in the state of San Luis Potosi. It lies 190 km (118 mi) from Zacatecas. The climate in this area varies considerably; the average year-round temperature is 17º C (63º F).

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San Cristobal de las Casas is located in the central region in the state of Chiapas, 85 km (53 mi) east of Tuxtla Gutierrez, the state capital. The climate is temperate and humid, with rainfall in the summer and an average year-round temperature of 15º C (59º F).

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San Blas is located on the Pacific coast, 62 km (38 mi) northwest of Tepic, the state capital of Nayarit. It has a pleasant tropical climate, with an average year-round temperature of 22º C (72º F). This destination is known for its natural beauty and its rich culture and history. Historic events that have taken place in the city include colonial conquests, pirate invasions and battles for Mexico’s independence. Among the main tourist attractions here are the quiet beaches with calm waters and lush tropical jungle vegetation, which is the habitat of a large population of bird species.

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Saltillo, the state capital of Coahuila, is located in Mexico’s northern region, 89 km (55 mi) southwest of Monterrey. The average year-round temperature is 17.5º C (63º F) and the climate is predominantly arid and semi-cold, with rainfall in the summer.

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The Mayan Riviera, a natural paradise that merges with the waters of the Caribbean Sea, is a coastal strip that stretches more than 120 km (75 mi) from Puerto Morelos to Punta Allen, in the state of Quintana Roo. The climate in this Yucatan Peninsula region is subtropical with an average temperature of 25°C (77°F).

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Riviera Nayarit is located in the state of Nayarit, in the heart of the Banderas Bay, 10 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. It is an 160-km (50-mi) coastal strip with a hot tropical climate and an average temperature of 25º C (77º F).

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