Gazing at the ruins of a millennium old Mayan palace at Palenque, with the sights and sounds of the jungle in the background might not seem like the most pleasant experience, but once a person has been there and done that, there is hardly anything that matches the feeling of awe and amazement. Going inwards from the sandy beaches which are only the tip of the iceberg, one will explore a whole new world of dining and fine living, with salmon enchiladas and chrysanthemum salad at the fusion restaurants, followed by energy pumping dancing nights at the Guadalajara nightclub; for those who like water sports, there's kayaking near a colony of Baja California sea lions. In short, everyone visiting Mexico has his/her own unique experiences. The country has a mammoth coastal area spanning 10,000 kms, and a sprawling multi billion dollar tourism industry which grows every year. There are diverse formats of activities one can indulge in – canyoneering near Monterrey, hiking the Oxaca cloud forests, taking cooking lessons in the Veracruz countryside and snorkelling the coral reefs of the Yucatán. However, a word of caution here for those looking for a peaceful vacation – Mexico is not it! There's going to be noise, crowd, excitement and virtually every other possible trait one can think of, except tranquillity! It is also advisable to learn a bit of Spanish for a better experience.
Teotihuacán: This is an intriguing complex of pyramids that was once the greatest city of Mesoamerica. Located 50 kms from Mexico city, Teotihuacán comprises of the ruins of the Yucatán and Chiapas. Among the vast complex, two pyramids - Pirámide del Sol and Pirámide de la Luna – are most famous, and also dominate what remains of the metropolis. The city was also the capital of arguably the largest pre-Hispanic empire in the history of Mexico. Even after its fall from glory, Teotihuacán was still a pilgrimage site for the nobles of the Aztec empire. Even today, thousands of devotees convene to celebrate the vernal equinox.
Oaxaca: One of the most beautiful and vibrant places in Mexico, Oaxaca is a colonial city featuring El Zócalo, a tree shaded central square, making its presence felt as the centre-point of this marvellous destination. Oaxaca is a region where the country's finest crafts and contemporary art is produced by the local population. The indigenous traditions prevalent here are a source of inspiration for artists. There are also fantastic museums, breathtaking architecture, plenty of decent hotels and inns to choose from, and of course, the ever delightful Mexican cuisine, in all its fervour. This otherwise easy going city suddenly transcends all boundaries of docility to party like there's no tomorrow, much to the delight of residents as well as tourists!
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