Mexico and Central America Castles & palaces + Landscape pictures

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Explore this vast nation “south of the border” with lovely beaches, fascinating history and many cultural attractions.

A sleepy Caribbean village that delights with its unspoiled natural beauty, an extensive coral reef system and a dense mangrove jungle.

Visit a small city that captures the imagination with striking-looking architecture, ancient religious buildings and the creative output of talented Mexican artisans.

Modern cities and charming villages with stunning historic centers complement the thermal waters and former silver mines dotted around mountains and valleys.

Explore ancient Mayan pyramids, the world\'s second-longest coral reef, endless beaches and even longer nights in this party-friendly city on the Yucatan peninsula.

Off the main tourist paths, this Mexican town has a charming peaceful environment on the shores of the Pacific Ocean.

Learn about indigenous and colonial history in this dynamic municipality. Explore the rugged surrounding countryside for its parks and quaint villages.

Soaring over San Miguel de Allende’s central plaza are the neo-Gothic towers of a centuries-old parish church, which honors the city’s patron saint.

Explore ancient Mayan pyramids, the world\'s second-longest coral reef, endless beaches and even longer nights in this party-friendly city on the Yucatan peninsula.

Spend time in the heart of this quaint city to admire its colonial architecture and try orange enchiladas, then venture out to hike through the surrounding undulating countryside.

Explore ancient Mayan pyramids, the world\'s second-longest coral reef, endless beaches and even longer nights in this party-friendly city on the Yucatan peninsula.

Scuba dive above coral reefs, sunbathe on one of the many beaches and peruse small Mexican pueblos in the traveler’s paradise of Huatulco.

Discover famous murals, admire fine architecture and explore the grounds of one of South America’s largest former hospitals at this World Heritage Site.

This magnificent natural rock formation at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula marks the start of Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean.

Head to this quiet stretch of coast for a family-friendly day on the beach. Try local delicacies, swim in the shallow water and enjoy a relaxing massage.

Discover the active volcanoes, tropical islands, beautiful scenery and colonial architecture of Central America’s largest country.

This beautiful 18th-century palace housed the Mexican government for many years. See this historic building where the decree was made to abolish slavery in Mexico.

As an industrious seaport and thriving tourist destination, Manzanillo offers a glimpse of Mexican life along with its stunning, palm tree-fringed beaches.

Swim or kayak in the calm, azure waters or join a dive trip to feed the octopuses and eels at this stunning Manzanillo beach.

Modern cities and charming villages with stunning historic centers complement the thermal waters and former silver mines dotted around mountains and valleys.

Modern cities and charming villages with stunning historic centers complement the thermal waters and former silver mines dotted around mountains and valleys.

Modern cities and charming villages with stunning historic centers complement the thermal waters and former silver mines dotted around mountains and valleys.

Swim or kayak in the calm, azure waters or join a dive trip to feed the octopuses and eels at this stunning Manzanillo beach.

Visit this quiet beach on the Bahía de Tangolunda for safe swimming, pretty sunsets and boat trips around picturesque islets.