It took the Colorado river millions of years to carve one of the most iconic natural wonders in the world today, the Grand Canyon. Its sheer size and depth together with distinct geological layers continue to leave visitors in awe, which is why this site is extremely popular in the United States. The monument is […]
Living inside the rock: the cliff dwellings of Canyon de Chelly
The Navajo tribal lands near Chinle town in Arizona hold one of the most impressive historical sites in the entire United States. Today, vibrant green and fertile Navajo fields in the valley of Canyon de Chelly strongly contrast the surrounding red and arid landscape. In the past, entire villages called the sides of the cliffs […]
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The opulent gold altars and aqueducts of Tepotzotlan
One of Mexico‘s magical towns, Tepotzotlan (not to be confused with Tepoztlan!) is a short drive away from Mexico City and makes for a pleasant day out. The town is home to an impressive Baroque-era cathedral, the National Museum of the Viceroyalty of New Spain, and a lively market. For the more adventurous, Tepotzotlan is […]
The giant Toltec warriors of Tula
The Aztec civilization and their legacy gets all the attention in Central Mexico, and with a reason: the Templo Mayor, Xochimilco, and Malinalco are all testament to their impressive achievements. However, one of the civilizations that existed before the Aztecs, the Toltec culture, also left a noteworthy footprint. Tula, located around 90 km from Mexico […]
San Miguel de Allende: A buzzing Mexican colonial town
What attracts so many foreign retirees and visitors to this small colonial Mexican town? San Miguel does not boast enormous historical sights, but it is a sight in itself with its quaint streets framed with colourful old architecture and year-round perfect weather. Although sometimes referred to as Mexican Disneyland due to its fairy-tale feel, the […]
The endless streets of Mexico City
With more than 20 million people, Mexico City is the largest city in the Western hemisphere. Arriving by air gives you a sense of just how endless the city really is. Daunting as it may seem, it has become one of the top locations for travelers seeking a unique blend of historical and modern architecture, […]
Malinalco: the magical town that has it all
Nestled in a relatively isolated valley of thriving shrubs, medicinal plants and vines, and surrounded by beautiful mountains in every direction, Malinalco feels like a totally different world from Mexico City – despite being only a 2 hours drive away. In Aztec mythology, the goddess Malinalxochitl once chose this place as her home, and her […]
Ancient cities in the heart of the Maya jungle
In the middle of the deep cedar and mahogany jungle of Chiapas lie the remnants of ancient Maya cities which once reigned over the Yucatan Peninsula and much of Central America. The ruins are a testimony of the advanced architectural, mathematical and astronomical capacities of this mysterious civilisation. By far the biggest of the Maya […]
Chiapas’s Fifty Shades of Blue
The Southern state of Chiapas is a paradise for hydrophiles, with numerous waterfalls and deep blue lakes – all surrounded by lush tropical or pine forests. A trip to any of the amazing water bodies will be a refreshing break from the heat of the archaeological treasures located in the jungles of Chiapas. Tip: As […]
