Magnificent tropical nature, snow-white beaches and snowy volcanoes, many paradises, lost mountain lakes and waterfalls, a rich history with archaeological sites of ancient civilizations, colonial palaces and Catholic temples of incredible beauty, modern cities built on the ruins of Indian pyramids, excellent cuisine and hospitable, hospitable smiles of local residents - all this is a colorful, mystical, unpredictable and unique Mexico !
Mexico is the epitome of an ideal tourist destination: the country not only lives up to the most optimistic expectations of travelers, but also surprises with unexpected discoveries. The country, whose history spans three millennia, boasts an amazing cultural and spiritual heritage. Ancient cities of powerful civilizations (Aztec, Olmec and Maya), a vibrant, distinctive culture that united the traditions of numerous regions of the country, colonial treasures, magnificent beaches that are among the best beaches in the world, lush tropical nature, original, world-famous cuisine make Mexico a dream any tourist.
Before the discovery of America by Europeans, the Mayan and Aztec states existed in Mexico. In 1518, the first Spanish landing in Mexico took place (expedition of the conquistador Juan Grijalva). In 1519, the Spanish detachment of the conquistador Cortes landed in Mexico, lays the city of Veracruz and without a fight enters the capital of the Aztec empire, the city of Tenochtitlan (Mexico City) , where he captures the leader Montezuma. Cortés later becomes the first governor and captain general of New Spain. In 1810-1824. There is a war for the independence of Mexico from Spain. In 1821, independence was proclaimed, and in 1824, the first constitution of independent Mexico.
Mexico is a paradise for nature lovers and ecotourists : it has the 4th place in the world in terms of the number of biological objects, there are 58 reserves and national parks, as well as an abundance of beautiful places untouched by industrial civilization. Hundreds of islands in the Gulf of California are home to countless seabird colonies. Tours to Mexico involve visiting the Chiaua Gorges - they are truly amazing: the Copper Gorge is 4 times longer and 1.5 times deeper than the world-famous Colorado Canyon in the USA! There are plenty of mountains here, as well as tropical forests. Therefore, a trip to Mexico is an unforgettable vacation in the bosom of virgin exotic nature!
Tequila , cheerful Mexicans in sombreros, human-sized cacti are just the tip of the iceberg that hides the real wealth of the country: living Indian cultures, unique architectural monuments, natural wonders and a special atmosphere filled with ancient magic. Participate in a pagan mass, learn one of the beautiful Indian legends, climb to the top of the pyramid, see with your own eyes the new wonder of the world Chichen Itza, dive into the underwater world of the second largest barrier reef in the world, walk around the most populous city on the planet Mexico City - to explore Mexico it takes more than one trip.
We offer you a vacation in a distant, beautiful and mysterious country of ancient Indian civilization. Mexico is not only famous TV shows, black-eyed beauties and machos in sombreros. Holidays in Mexico are an opportunity to see for yourself a completely different world, where antiquity and modernity are intertwined into an inseparably beautiful union of eras, architecture and natural beauties. It is a country of four seas: the Pacific Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf of California (aka the Sea of Cortez) and the Caribbean Sea.
Capital: Mexico City.
Official language: Spanish, Mayan dialects, Nahuatl, etc. are also common.
Population: about 109 million people.
Popular types of tourism : historical excursions, beach holidays , diving (Cozumel Island, Marietas Islands near Puerto Vallarta); caving , swimming in the cenote, descent into the caves on the ropes (Yucatan Peninsula); mystical cleansing ceremonies in the Mayan tradition; ecotourism (boating in the mangroves on the Riviera Maya, Xcaret Ecopark, hiking in the Sierra Madre mountains, etc.), folklore evenings, visiting tequila factories, nightclubs in Cancun, Acapulco, etc.
Mexico has a lot of attractions and wonderful places worth visiting. Mexico City is the capital of the country, there are numerous shops on Paseo de la Reforma , and numerous nightclubs and bars are located in the pedestrian area of Zona Rosa.
Acapulco is the most famous resort in Mexico. Casinos are located here, various shows are held, and all water sports are practiced. Playa Condesa is a beach center for shopping and restaurants, on the beaches of Caleta, Pi de la Cuesta and Caletilla the water is calm, you can have a good rest with children here .
Riviera Maya and Playa del Carmen - young resorts for familieswith hotels providing the all-inclusive program.
Mexico , in particular its amazing and beautiful city of Acapulco , is famous for its historical values, among which the Cathedral can be noted. It is located in the city center and is known worldwide as the Cathedral of the Lady of Solitude. The architecture of the cathedral is striking - it is a modernist building with sunny stained-glass windows and figures covered in gold and blue paint. On the breaks of Las Brisas rises the Peace Chapel - an ancient castle, next to which there is a large cross (42 m), a symbol of good luck for sea travelers.
One of the main attractions of Mexico City is the city of Teotihuacan . The first mention of this city appears in the 5th century BC. In the 7th century AD the inhabitants leave Teotihuacan, and at present it remains a mystery for what reasons the population of Teotihuacan left the state, which has good prerequisites for further development.
Walking through Cancun, visit its underwater national parks Garrafon, Contoy, Shel-Ha and Chankanab Lagoon, as well as the "crocodile park" Crocotown - a protected area where crocodiles, pink flamingos and many other species of animals and birds live and breed. Near the Nichupte lagoon, the new Wet and Wild water park is located, which contains the most modern water attractions.
The territory of Cozumel is currently developed by only 5%, the rest is one of the National Parks of Mexico.
But the most interesting monuments of antiquity in Mexico are the Mayan pyramids. There are a lot of them in the country, but only a few are available for visiting, since many pyramids are buried under a layer of earth or covered with dense tropical vegetation. At present, the largest pyramids of the Sun (225 m at the base and 65 m in height) and the Moon (about 150 m at the base and 42 m in height) have been preserved in Mexico, as well as the temple of the most "popular" of the Mayan gods - Quetzalcoatl.
Another impressive group of pyramids - Mitle and Monte Alban - is located near the city of Oaxaca, and the oldest pyramidal structures in the capital of the Toltecs - Tula - are surrounded by strange multi-ton stone heads of mysterious creatures. And places like Chichen Itza, Palenque, Tahin, Tikal, Xcaret, Shel-Ha, Mayapan, Mitla and Uxmal are simply priceless monuments of ancient civilizations.
Holidays in Mexico have long attracted travelers from Europe and America. The hot sun, the azure sea, the dazzling white beaches of Cancun, Acapulco and other famous resorts welcome guests all year round. In addition, tours to Mexico are an opportunity to touch the disappeared Mayan and Aztec civilizations.
Climate: subtropical in the north, tropical in the south. The average annual air temperature in the resort areas and in areas located no higher than 1700 meters above sea level is +25° C. At the resorts, the air temperature ranges from +22° C to +35° C during the year. In Mexico City and in the mountainous regions of the country during the winter months, the daily air temperature can drop to +16 ° C. It should also be borne in mind that the difference between night and day temperatures in some regions of Mexico can be 20 °. The rainy season lasts from June to September; increased rainfall is most felt along the Gulf Coast.
Electricity: 110/220 Volts. We recommend bringing an adapter for flat sockets with you.
Currency: Mexican Peso. You should be careful when shopping: the peso is denoted by the same $ sign as the US dollar (prices in restaurants and shops are usually indicated in Mexican pesos). The airport has a favorable exchange rate. We recommend exchanging most of the cash immediately upon arrival, especially when leaving for an excursion program around the country. Credit cards (Visa, Master Card, American Express) are accepted for payment, but sometimes a fee of 7% is charged for cashless payments. We recommend bringing US dollars with you.
Useful tips: we recommend you bring with you - sunscreen, warm clothes (if the tour program includes visiting mountainous areas), comfortable clothes and shoes for visiting archaeological sites, a swimsuit. You can buy a sun hat in Mexico itself. Tips are usually 10% of the cost indicated on the bill. It is customary to tip in a restaurant (up to 15%), a porter (in the amount of 1-2 US dollars), a driver and a guide for the tour.
Shops, shopping: Shops are open from 10.00. until 22.00. Break for the traditional "siesta" from 14.00. until 16.00. Not a single tourist who has spent time in Mexico leaves home without tequila (the most famous brands are Jose Cuervo, Sauza, etc.). Taxco is famous for its original high-quality silver jewelry, wicker baskets and painted wooden animal figurines, San Cristobal de las Casas for handmade woven products and embroidered shirts, Morelia for sweets, Guadalajara for handmade Huichol Indian souvenirs, Zacatecas for woven bedspreads and cactus sweets, Merida - blouses, jewelry, hammocks of all colors and sizes.
Cuisine: Mexico is famous for its culinary traditions all over the world. As a rule, national dishes cannot do without three typical components: tortillas (corn tortillas), beans and hot chili peppers . Hot dishes are prepared from several types of meat. Olha podrida (goulash), carne asado (fried beef with a bean garnish), fragrant tamales (steamed pieces of corn dough wrapped with a corn cob leaf and poured with sauce) and, of course, the famous chili con carne, which are prepared by real championships. Spoiled papaya, mango, chayote, Mexicans revere pieces of fried sugar cane - canas asadas - for the biggest delicacy.
Drinks: tequila can be distinguished from alcoholic Mexican drinks, mexican wine, brandy, beer.
Transport: The network of domestic airlines is quite extensive, regular flights are made from the international airport "Benito Juarez" (13 km south of Mexico City) to Guadalajara (about 50 min.), Monterrey (75 min.), Acapulco (35 min.), Cancun (2 hours 15 minutes), etc.
The railway network is also quite developed and connects all the main cities of the country.
Mexican intercity buses are relatively clean, comfortable and punctual, making them a convenient means of transportation.
There are 9 metro lines in the capital, covering the main areas of the city, as well as the airport and the Buenavista railway station. There are several types of taxis in Mexico City. It is recommended to use an authorized taxi from the hotel, or a "turismo" taxi,
Mexico is a hot southern country. It rains here from May to October, the rest of the time it is dry and sunny. The local population speaks Spanish, and English is common in tourist areas. Mexican cuisine is spicy, spicy, rich in flavors, with an abundance of fruit juices.