travel mexico

Mexico; formerly known as Estados Unidos Mexicanos (United Mexican State) has 1500 mile long border with the US, and is situated in North America. The total area of Mexico country is 750,000 sq. miles. It is said that Mexico is the ‘Paradise for Tourists’.

Deserts, snow-capped volcanoes of Popocatépetl and Ixtaccíhuatl, crowded modernized cities, ostentatious resorts, lovely white-sand beaches and a marvelous collection of flora and fauna are the attractions for the tourists. Each year about 4-5 million tourists visit Mexico. A journey to Mexico might not be expensive, unlike other countries of the world. There are hotels, transportation and food available at variable rates. Mexico City, Acapulco, Cancun, Guadalajara, Playa Del Carmen, Merida are the cities, towns and villages of Mexico.

Mexico City
Mexico City is the world’s largest city, located at Tenochtitlan-The Capital City built by Aztecs. This international city has got sight-seeing places like parks, museums, huge colonial buildings, an Aztec pyramid, restaurants, resorts and lovely nights. If you do not like to enjoy these places, then you can roam about on the roads, face polluted air, traffic jams and a large Mexican population, 24 hours a day.

In Mexico City, there are many places to visit like, Zocalo Chapultepec Museum, Guadalupe Shrine, Tulancingo, Pyramid of Niches, you can also take a boat ride at Xochimilco.

ACAPULCO
Nahua Indians-The Predecessor of the Aztecs, discovered Acapulco. It’s a favorite place with wide-spread warm water beaches with a sun shine. Acapulco is an ideal sight for the beach lovers. If sun does not shine then it becomes as dark as night.

Cancun
Cancun is basically a costal city of Mexico, and is the hottest tourist preference. The city is situated along a beautiful coast. For beach lovers, it’s a perfect place for vacations. You can enjoy the white sand along with the contrast of blue waters. It is a great opportunity to enjoy the world under water. You can go deep in the water for a swim, or take sunbath. Cancun has got 150 luxurious hotels. These hotels are equipped with international standards and are expensive ones. But you can also find some low cost hotels also. At Cancun, you can have a chance to swim with dolphins, sharks and manatees.

Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen is located at Mexicana Caribbean coast, 60 km South from Cancun. It is also known as Xaman Ha (waters of the North) and is the exciting part of Maya World. Playa del Carmen is gifted with perfect white sand and crystal-clear Caribbean waters. It is a place where you can really get the natural beauty.

Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the second most populated city of Mexico, and is also the capital city of the State of Jalisco. This place has got an ideal climate. Days are hot and shiny, while nights are cool and clear. Guadalajara-The City of Roses contains parks, fountains, plazas, and wide tree-lined boulevards are sprinkled about the city.

Merida
Merida is also known as ‘White City’ because there are white limestone and white paints all over the city. Merida is the capital city of State of Yucatan. The people of Merida are warm-hearted and friendly. There is no concept of crimes and thefts. The biggest problem you will face is finding a hotel appropriate to your budget. Merida is a place to enjoy Mexican culture.

Mexico is a tremendous destination to explore either with family or along with friends. There exist blue waters, bars, restaurants, parks and museums where you can have fun filled days and nights. One hasn’t seen this wonderful place must come once and enjoy this sight-seeing place.