Hidden locations in Mexico

Garden with concrete sculptures among waterfalls and tropical vegetation in the jungle, created by Edward James between 1949 and 1984.

Vertical limestone shaft 370 meters deep, home to thousands of parrots and swifts that enter and exit daily.

Car-free island with sand streets, white beaches and shallow water. Whale shark observation site between June and September.

Town with Aztec pyramid on Tepozteco mountain. Traditional market with local food and crafts.

Mineral limestone formations create natural pools and cascades at 2000 meters elevation.

Volcano formed in 1943 from a cornfield, reached 424 meters height and has been inactive since 1952.

Maya ruins with 6500 structures in rainforest, two pyramids rise above the tree canopy.

Colonial village with 1850 inhabitants, red tile roofs and regional gastronomy.

This city produces apples and processes them into cider. The house walls display large paintings with historical motifs.

Water sources in the desert form habitats for plants and animals that exist only in this location.

The nature reserve encompasses mountains and valleys with different climate zones. Historical mission buildings stand among the vegetation.

The lake displays various blue colors due to different water depths and limestone deposits at the bottom.

This mountain town features a large lake for water sports, established paragliding zones and protected areas for monarch butterflies.

This colonial settlement stands near a 433-meter monolith rock formation, with streets lined by 18th-century Spanish architecture.

This riverside port contains Mexican Caribbean architecture, hosting cultural events and traditional music performances throughout the year.

This volcanic lake spans 80 square kilometers and serves as a habitat for numerous water birds and migratory species.

This mountain town at 2700 meters altitude was a major silver mining center in the 18th century. The streets are paved with cobblestones.

The protected area contains over 400 volcanic craters and extensive sand dunes. The black lava rocks contrast with the light sand.

Fishing village with mangroves, salt marshes, and colonies of flamingos on the Yucatan Peninsula.

Coastal municipality with Copalita River, forests for hiking, and coffee plantations.

Village only accessible by boat in a bay on the Pacific coast, whale watching area.

Canyon with vertical cliffs along the Grijalva River, accessible by boat or scenic road.

Mayan site with sculptures and lintels in the jungle, accessible by canoe near the Guatemalan border.

Remote hamlet on the Pacific coast with diving sites and turtle observation.

Rocky cave filled with clear water allowing swimming and snorkeling to observe geological formations.

Network of canals with colorful boats where vendors offer local food and crafts.

Oasis near San Miguel de Allende with natural pools and lotus flowers.

Collection of sculptures and artworks installed underwater, accessible by diving.

Largest pyramid in the world covered by a hill with a church on top.

Cavern containing giant selenite crystals and the Cave of Swords accessible to visitors.

Desert region known for its electromagnetic anomalies and unexplained phenomena.

Abandoned historical mining town with industrial ruins and 16th-century silver mines.

Secluded beach with black sand and volcanic rocks on the Pacific coast.

Mountain lake surrounded by pine forests at 1,300 meters altitude.

Complex of thermal caves with waterfalls and natural pools in the mountains.