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Discover some of the most beautiful towns in Mexico
Mexican routes full of history, beauty, tourism, and tradition
Mexico has been a country that has known how to make the most of its history, customs, gastronomy, and traditions.
One of the biggest tourist bets that Mexico has made in recent years is its magical towns in which they combine: the history, the landscape, and the customs of the region.
They are places of colonial architecture, which also served as important historical centers, in each of their locations.
Secondly, they are places where important historical events took place that stamped a good part of the Mexican identity, for which they have wanted to protect, both for the citizenry, and to be shown to international tourism.
Let's get to know some of the most beautiful magical towns in Mexico.
Travel to Mexico: 8 charming towns that you cannot miss
1. Cholula, Puebla
In the Mexican state of Puebla, you can visit the town of Cholula, which is located on an old indigenous settlement.
The town of Cholula seems to be crowned by the famous Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, which was located where an ancient large indigenous pyramid used to function.
Colonial architecture and the pre-Hispanic past are still alive in this town; along with archaeological excavations such as the Great Pyramid, or the museums and old churches that protect the history of this beautiful town.
UNESCO recognized this territory as a World Heritage Site. In the vicinity of the Regional Museum of Cholula, you can see another World Heritage Site, and that is the Lienzo Quauhquechollan, which represents the history of Spanish colonization described by an indigenous person.
2. Coatepec, Veracruz
During the 19th century, the coffee trade was one of the most important productive activities. The town of Coatepec was one of the most emblematic places of coffee activity, which is why it is considered the capital of coffee in Mexico.
To learn more about this facet of Coatepec, it is recommended to visit the Interactive Coffee Museum-tal Apan, the “La Mata” Coffee Museum, or learn about the route of some coffee plantations, where you will learn everything related to the production of this ancient drink.
Another of the great beauties that it has to offer is, without a doubt, its orchid fields, since the town's climate favors the development of these flowers, and it is also considered the Mexican capital of orchids.
In Coatepec, the natural monuments are on a par with the architectural monuments, being essential visits to this magical town:
The “Golden Ball” waterfall.
The waterfall "La Granada"
The beautiful “Cerro de las Culebras”.
3. Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato
When Mexico's independence struggle began back in 1810, the town named today Dolores Hidalgo was the place where Cura Hidalgo began the war of independence.
It is a town that is located about 2,300 meters above sea level, with a semi-arid climate that favors the development of grapes, so you can also enjoy the wine route and the museum of this drink.
The Parish of Our Lady of Dolores gives its name to its cathedral, it is well known for being the specific place where Cura Hidalgo began the Grito de Dolores, and the fight for the independence of Mexico. It happened on the day, September 16, 1810.
In this cathedral you can see one of the most beautiful events of the night; At 9 pm, a light show begins on its façade, telling the story of Mexico's independence, and the role of this magical town during that important period of history.
Another of its great attractions is the "Tourist Tram", which will give you a trip through each of the most important places in the city; where you will get to know its corners, its most interesting facts, and the architectural symbols of this magical town.
4. Huasca de Ocampo, Hidalgo
The first magical town in Mexico was Huasca de Ocampo in the state of Hidalgo, and it is not for less, since this town has an idyllic landscape that will make you travel back in time.
The beauty of this place comes from the conjunction of two elements, the architectural constructions and the beauty of its natural landscapes, such as the Basaltic Prisms, or its forests and streams, where elves seem to live.
Among its greatest attractions are the Santa María Regla and San Juan Hueyapan haciendas, the Bosque de las Truchas Ecotourism Park, or the Duendes Museum, which is located in this magical town.
5. Tulum, Quintana Roo
The town of Tulum offers two main attractions, being the archaeological area where the Mayans had the main maritime and land commercial center of their history; in addition to its many kilometers of beautiful beaches.
Among the most visited places in its archaeological area, we can mention: El Castillo, the Temple of the Descending God or the Temple of the Frescoes, places that together with the 60 restored temples of the Mayan culture, will make you better understand this ancient civilization.
In addition to the beaches, the cenotes are another of its most popular tourist places for visitors; some tours will show you the most important ones and their differences.
The Sian Ka'an Biosphere has beautiful beaches, coral reefs, jungles and, cenotes; It is another of the natural options, next to the Aktun Chen park, where you can dive underwater rivers and cross the jungle on a zip line.
6. Bernal, Queretaro
In this town, its colorful and beautiful streets have in the background, the third-largest monolith on the planet.
About this monolith there are several legends and beliefs that are housed in Bernal, one of them affirms that during the spring equinox, (approximately March 21), the monolith spreads "vital energy" that favors its inhabitants and visitors.
As you climb the paths of this imposing rock, you can enjoy the best views of the entire magical town. Bernal is one of the most visited magical towns in all of Mexico.
7. San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas
The beauty of San Cristóbal de las Casas annually attracts many foreign tourists, since the architecture is mixed with the unique flavor conferred by the indigenous communities, who make life in this place daily.
Among its main architectural places, the following stand out: the Cathedral of San Cristóbal de las Casas, the San Nicolás church, or the Casa de la Sirena, which is the oldest in all this magical town.
8. Valladolid, Yucatán
The town of Valladolid can offer you beautiful streets with colonial architecture, with the imposingness of its cenotes, in addition, it takes you to the proximity of some impressive places, such as Chichén Itzá.
Among its religious temples, the Church of San Servicio stands out in its main square, which will be one of the most important visits in this magical town, where you will see its emblematic clock in the upper part of the church.
Another of the great buildings to visit is the Convent of San Bernardino, which has its famous arcades, making it the most emblematic building in all of Valladolid.
If you want to take a souvenir or a useful piece for your day to day, the Zací Regional Craft Center is the place where you can buy a masterful piece of Valladolid crafts.
Embroidered huipiles fabrics and leather or wood objects are the most sought after at the Zací Regional Crafts Center.
In the Yucatán Peninsula where the magical town of Valladolid is located, the cenotes are a must-see. In Valladolid, you can visit one of the most beautiful, the Cenote Zací, with its turquoise waters, the small waterfall that falls, and its exuberant vegetation.
There are several cenotes in this town, such as San Lorenzo Oxman, Cenote Palomitas or Cenote Ik-Kil.
These were some of the most beautiful magical towns in Mexico, which cannot be missed on your trip through this wonderful country.
