On the verge of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts in the United States, the ruggedly beautiful landscape of Joshua Tree National Park draws many visitors every year. The dagger-like vegetation and smooth geological formations throughout Joshua Tree National Park form a scenic desert wilderness that can be easily enjoyed as a daytrip or a weekend […]
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 […]
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 […]
