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Tolantongo, Mexico

Las Grutas de Tolantongo

The development of this cliffside waterpark is representative of Mexico's history of co-op tourism developments.
Mexico City, Mexico

Monumental House of Emilio "El Indio" Fernandez

Resembling a 15th century medieval fortress, this home once belonged to a legend of Mexican cinema.
Boca del Río, Mexico

Buque Cañonero C-07 Guanajuato (C-07 Guanajuato Gunship)

This flagship of the Mexican Navy has had a bumpy second life after being retired from service.
Pátzcuaro, Mexico

Emperador Caltzontzin Theater

This modern theatre is housed inside a convent constructed more than 300 years ago.
Mexico City, Mexico

Vía Verde Vertical Gardens

The extremely grey columns of one of Mexico City's most iconic beltways are slowly gaining a bit of color.
Reynosa, Mexico

Piñatería Ramírez

Traditional craftwork and modern pop culture merge in this piñata workshop.
San Martín Huamelúlpam, Mexico

Huamelulpan Archaeological Zone

At this hillside site that was once home to a Mixtec community, you'll find ruins with a view.
San José de Gracia, Mexico

Santuario del Cristo Roto (Sanctuary of the Broken Christ)

On a picturesque lake island, a massive, “broken” crucifixion has become a popular pilgrimage destination.
Mexico City, Mexico

Mixcoac Archaeological Site

The ruins of the "place of the cloud snake" sit in the middle of an urban environment.
Ixcateopan de Cuauhtémoc, Mexico

Museo de Santa María de la Asunción

This church turned museum is dedicated to the last Mexica ruler, whose remains were allegedly buried under the altar.
Comitán de Domínguez, Mexico

Monument to the Independence of Chiapas

Also known as "The Book," this monument is dedicated to Chiapas's history of independence.
Pachuca de Soto, Mexico

Macromural de Pachuca

One of the world's largest murals covers a large swath of homes in its hillside neighborhood.
Dolores Hidalgo, Mexico

Nieves Exóticas of Jardín Principal

Meat and seafood are part of the frozen dessert flavors available at these legendary street stands.
Chimalhuacán, Mexico

'Guerrero Chimalli'

This controversial, abstract sculpture is meant to represent an Aztec warrior.
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

El Charco del Ingenio (The Mill Puddle)

This botanical garden boasts sculptures, industrial ruins, and an endorsement from the Dalai Lama.
Morelia, Mexico

Morelia Aqueduct Water Box

This feature of the city's aqueduct has achieved numismatic fame thanks to its appearance on Mexican banknotes.
Uruapan, Mexico

Parque Nacional Barranca del Cupatitzio (Cupatitzio Canyon National Park)

One of Mexico's rare urban natural parks features waterfalls and a working fish farm.
Angahuan, Mexico

Troje Murals of Angahuan

Artwork celebrates the local culture in the region around the world’s youngest volcano.
Guanajuato, Mexico

Presa de San Renovato

This highly decorated dam is one of Guanajuato's most unexpectedly beautiful public works.
Xicotepec de Juárez, Mexico

Ciudad Mural Xicotepec (Mural City Xicotepec)

The colorful array of art leads to a small Aztec pyramid.
Mexico City, Mexico

FONART Patriotismo

This warehouse-gallery-shop hybrid showcases Mexican craftwork at its best.
Morelia, Mexico

LU Cocina Michoacana

This upscale restaurant specializing in Michoacán cuisine serves sauces tied to important life events.
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Fábrica La Aurora

This art shopping center still boasts pieces of its past as a textile factory.
Mexico City, Mexico

Coyoacán Bazaar Toy Cemetery

Abandoned figurines adorn a small plot on the side of a craft market's entrance.