{"id":5363,"date":"2020-07-30T15:28:22","date_gmt":"2020-07-30T15:28:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.riosecreto.com\/?p=5363"},"modified":"2020-07-30T15:29:53","modified_gmt":"2020-07-30T15:29:53","slug":"seven-unmissable-places-in-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.riosecretotours.net\/?p=5363","title":{"rendered":"Seven unmissable places in Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mexico is characterized for being a country with a wide biodiversity and cultural wealth. Hence, it is no surprise that it has more than 33 places declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Here we tell you about 7 of them,<\/strong> which you should definitely add to your list when traveling in Mexico...<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Sian Ka\u2019an Biosphere Reserve<\/b><\/h3>\n

Surely, during a trip to Quintana Roo,<\/strong> you may have heard of this protected area, declared a World Heritage Site in 1987.<\/strong><\/p>\n

But, what makes it so special? Its incredible landscapes, made up of a beautiful tropical forest, wide white sand beaches, mangroves, small bays and the second largest barrier reef of its kind.<\/p>\n

Do not hesitate to visit it and see why it is called \"Heaven's Door\".<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Palenque<\/b><\/h3>\n

Currently, a total of 2.5 km2<\/strong> of this impressive archaeological zone have been explored; however, it is believed that this could be only 2% of its real extension and that the rest is still hidden in the jungle.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

During your visit to this National Park, declared a World Heritage Site in 1987,<\/strong> you will see great construction work and some reliefs, which tell part of Mayan mythology,<\/strong> sculpted in its buildings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1<\/b><\/h3>\n

Named a World Heritage Site in 1988,<\/strong> it is currently one of the most popular archaeological sites in the Yucatan peninsula and the world.<\/strong> Chich\u00e9n Itz\u00e1 means \u201cmouth of the well of the Itza\u201d,<\/em><\/strong> and refers to the Sacred Cenote found within this ancient Mayan city.<\/p>\n

Among its buildings, the Kukulk\u00e1n temple stands out,<\/strong> currently recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World,<\/strong> due to the artistic and scientific wealth that it is made up of.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Historic city of Guanajuato<\/b><\/h3>\n

Protagonist of the beginning of Mexican independence,<\/strong> the city of Guanajuato is characterized by its welcoming colonial aspect, whose buildings show the artistic wealth of Mexican baroque and neoclassical styles. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Its mines, such as \"La boca del infierno\",<\/strong><\/em> with more than 600 meters depth, show the history of the first mining center of silver extraction in the world. Without a doubt, this cultural asset registered in 1988, is a journey back in time, which will leave you wanting to return.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Pre-Hispanic city of El Taj\u00edn<\/b><\/h3>\n

It is believed to have been the capital of the Totonaca Empire<\/strong> and is currently the most important pre-Hispanic city in the coastal area of Veracruz. The pyramid of the niches is considered a masterpiece,<\/strong> thanks to the reliefs that adorn its columns, as well as the astronomical and artistic value of its structure.<\/p>\n

It was registered as a World Heritage Site<\/strong> in 1992 and since 2002, every year, the Taj\u00edn Summit<\/strong> is held,\u00a0cultural festival that seeks to promote the architectural and cultural wealth of this ancient city.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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El Vizca\u00edno Whale Sanctuary<\/b><\/h3>\n

It is a protected natural area, where its great variety of marine species, is the reason why UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1993.<\/strong> The coastal lagoons of Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio<\/strong> have the ideal conditions for the reproduction of species such as the gray whale, sea calves, sea lions, sea elephants and blue whales.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Without a doubt, a mandatory visit during your trip to Baja California Sur.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve<\/b><\/h3>\n

Imagine over 56,000 hectares of forested mountains,<\/strong> with millions of monarch butterflies flying around.<\/p>\n

This reserve is located in the state of Michoac\u00e1n and part of the State of Mexico; It was registered as a natural asset in 2008.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Every year, it receives these butterflies that migrate to start their reproductive stage, since here they have the necessary conditions to develop and mate. The monarch butterfly,<\/strong> in addition to being a species of great beauty, is characterized by its resistance and longevity, since it lives up to 9 months.<\/p>\n

A natural spectacle that everyone should witness!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0https:\/\/www.animalpolitico.com\/2017\/02\/los-33-patrimonios-la-humanidad-hacen-mexico-pais-especial\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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