Mexico is a vibrant and diverse country with something for everyone, whether you’re a traveler, retiree, or expat. From its beautiful Caribbean Sea and Pacific Coast to the mountainous highlands and vast deserts, this country offers a rich history, flavorful cuisine, friendly people, and a culture full of traditions.
You’ll find a blend of European activities, like catching a symphony or enjoying a coffee at a street-side café, alongside local customs like men riding horses in the streets and women wearing traditional clothing.
Outside the typical tourist areas, Mexico still holds onto its traditions. You could spend a lifetime exploring every corner of this intriguing country and still find more to see.
Here are 30 photos that will surely make you fall in love with Mexico:
A local woman weaving a basket at a market in Oaxaca City. Holbox Island is serene and beautiful, perfect for a relaxing vacation. Don’t miss one of the Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza. Sunlight pouring into the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady in Guadalajara during a Sunday morning service.
Mexican food is amazing—make sure to try tamales. The colonial city of Guanajuato is a must-visit with its colorful, mountainous landscape. Musicians playing in the streets of Tlaquepaque, and Mexico City’s stunning architecture like the Palacio de Bellas Artes.
The ancient Danza de los Voladores ceremony, still performed today. Incredible scuba diving off the Caribbean coast with turtles, especially near Isla Mujeres. An archway leading to a vibrant square in Oaxaca City.
Tacos are an essential part of Mexican cuisine, and each stall offers unique flavors. Enjoy coffee with a view in Guanajuato and catch the Momentos Sagrados Mayas performance in X’ocen village. Markets overflowing with fresh fruits and vegetables and folkloric dancing at a restaurant in Tlaquepaque.
There are many cenotes, like the clear and cave-rich Dos Ojos, in the Yucatan area. Magical sunsets on the Pacific Coast, especially at Puerto Escondido, and spectacular sunsets on the Caribbean side too.
The ancient city of Teotihuacán, with its incredible ruins and the third-largest pyramid in the world, the Pyramid of the Sun. Mexico is known for its spicy food, and the habanero pepper tops the list.
The street food in Mexico is fantastic; even if the stand looks a little rundown, the flavors are incredible, especially in Mexico City. The churches and cathedrals, like the Basílica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato lit up at night, are breathtaking.
Music is central to life in Mexico, with symphonies and classical orchestras popular in addition to mariachi bands. A band playing in an outdoor plaza in Guadalajara. The view over the Bay of Banderas and the Church Of Our Lady Of Guadalupe in Puerto Vallarta is spectacular, and visiting this church is a must.
Markets in Mexico are plentiful, with colorful stands like the beaded jewelry one in San Cristobal. A crocodile cooling off in the Sumidero Canyon near Chiapa de Corzo. Mexican cowboys riding horses on the beach in San Pancho.
And of course, tequila is a significant part of Mexico. Visiting a distillery to see how it’s made and sampling the liquor is a must. Tortillerias are found everywhere, making fresh corn tortillas for locals.
Mexico is far more than just a resort destination or a spot for Spring Breakers. This incredible country has so much more to offer travelers. After spending almost six months in Mexico, we couldn’t get enough and can’t wait to return. Ready to pack your bags and head to Mexico? Tell us which photo inspired you the most in the comments below!
