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for this list we're looking at regions areas and cities across Mexico that you should
consider for your next trip number 10 bahio located towards the heart of Mexico bahio is
among the country's safest and most colorful regions the area is divided into four states
little Aguas Calientes is not only known for its Hot Springs from which the state gets its
name but also the wide array of wines if you prefer tequila make your way to Jalisco where
the blue agave plant is plentiful keratero is one of bahio's most historically significant
states with its City's Center being deemed a world heritage site in 1996. no state in this
region carries more history than juanajuato the San Miguel de Allende in particular is lined with
colorful buildings that radiate Like A Rainbow by day and light up like a lantern at night
number nine puesteca named after the indigenous huastek people hosteka is replete with history
and culture part of calatero and Guanajuato also cross over to this region situated near the Gulf
of Mexico since questeka can get quite humid having the Gulf Coast so close couldn't be more
convenient pasteko has some of Mexico's most entrancing waterfalls many of which are safe
to jump from while similar to the other Mexican regions questeka puts a unique spin on various
Traditions the festival vantolo shares a fair deal in common with Day of the Dead in addition to
honoring the dead though quantolo is just as much about life and abundance questeka is a musical
region as well its most notable contribution being the wapango dance number eight Yucatan
Peninsula bordering Belize and Guatemala Yucatan Peninsula offers a nice Middle Ground between the
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea as such there's no shortage of plentiful beaches to take a dip
from sea turtles to Bull Sharks the marine life guarantees a unique scuba diving experience the
main reason to visit this region however is for the ancient ruins the Mayan culture retains a
strong presence throughout the Yucatan Peninsula with several archaeological sites the most notable
is Chichen Itza a vast mine City distinguished by the Temple of Google Clan Tulum is another
breathtaking ancient city to combine the best Yucatan Peninsula has to offer visit Merida
the Region's largest city there you can visit zibakatun a Mayan site where swimming is permitted
number seven Oaxaca Valley the central valleys of Oaxaca is known for its archaeological sites and
large volume of indigenous peoples making for one of Mexico's most cultured vacation destinations a
part of the state Oaxaca this region is loaded with wonders waiting to be Unearthed the ruins
of Mont Alban provide an adventurous backdrop with awe-inspiring platforms and surrounding mountains
while many consider Mont Alvin to be the Region's most significant site the sanctuary of mittler is
definitely a close second defined by its complex fretwork mittler is a sacred resting place of the
zapotec culture Oaxaca City may be the city's primary draw for tourists especially during
the annual gallaghettsa celebration when people go all out with festivities number six the Baja
California Peninsula Baja California as well as the southern Baja California Ser quite literally
sticks out from the other entries on this list translating to lower California this peninsula
can be found hanging below the golden state with the Pacific Ocean on one side and the Gulf of
California on the other this 775 Mile Stretch of land is also surrounded by about 65 Islands if
you're getting married in Southern California Vala de Guadalupe is an inspired honeymoon destination
with its wineries Resorts and close proximity not far away is Baja California's capital city Tijuana
which booms with personality around every colorful Corner venturing further down the peninsula you'll
encounter other relaxing spots like San Jose del Cabo Cabo Pomo National Park and Cabo San
Lucas number five Chiapas and Tabasco neighboring one another the states of Chiapas and Tabasco may
cut one of the country's most stunning regions both share a tropical climate in common with
rainforests running throughout Chiapas encompasses a large portion of the lakadon Jungle which ranks
among North America's most important rainforests while the humidity can be a lot for some Chiapas
and Tabasco thankfully balances things out with their lakes and beaches both states are
also rich with celebrated Minds sites few ancient cities take you back in time like Palenque which
is located in Chiapas it's just as easy to lose yourself in tabasco's most famous site Kamal kalko
some believe that Carmel calco was a colony of Palenque so might as well visit them back to back
number 4 Veracruz while a part of veracruz's North End does stretch into the wasteco region the area
is truly in a league of its own to experience the best that the Gulf of Mexico has to offer Veracruz
is the place to be with its radiant coastlines in addition to beaches River Cruise has 10
significant waterfalls and Coastal lagoons each Laguna di katamako is an especially atmospheric
destination calling out to boaters with a thirst for exploration Veracruz is arguably Mexico's best
spot for kayaking canoeing and white water rafting the waters can get intense but they're always
inviting number three the Pacific coast of Mexico we're willing to wager that if you're booking
a trip to Mexico you're in the mood for a beach getaway if Sun sand and fresh water is indeed what
you seek the Pacific coast has a wide selection of Resort cities to choose from in the 40s and
50s Acapulco was a popular destination among the Hollywood Elite in the 60s and 70s though
Puerto Vallarta became the new trending vacation spot thanks in part to Elizabeth Taylor Richard
Burton and a little movie called The Knight of the Iguana Puerto Vallarta still brings out the glamor
that's usually only reserved for motion pictures for a less obvious choice Mazatlan is a somewhat
underrated coastal city best known for its lengthy Boardwalk number two Central Mexico for the heart
of this lovely country Central Mexico is the place to be naturally the Region's most iconic
Locale is the state of Mexico which is studded with ancient sites the most revered would have
to be tietohatan a Mesoamerican city you'll find in the valley of Mexico the valley hosts
a variety of other wonders such as Lake texcoco and Mexico City the aforementioned Capital not
only stands out as Mexico's largest city but the continent's most populated this Metropolis
Towers over tourists with landmarks like the chapuka tech castle and the angel of Independence
surrounding the states of Mexico the region also encompasses the mountainous terrains of Hidalgo
the archaeological marvels of tax collar and the thriving agricultural regions of Morelos
number one northern Mexico given its close range to the US northern Mexico is ideal for Americans
looking to take a road trip Chihuahua is renowned for its desert locales they highlight being the
Somali UK Dune fields for a mix of desert Landscapes and beachfronts arizonians can
Venture down to Sonora where San Carlos unites The Best of Both Worlds if you're driving in
from Texas pull over in Korea where you can enjoy an elegant glass of wine while taking
in the plants and animal life the Monumental mountains of Nuevo Leon and agricultural Haven
of tomalipas also Border Texas head deeper into the region to find Sinaloa also known as Mexico's
bread basket and Durango where you can close out your Mexican Odyssey in a soothing Hot Spring
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