Mexico and Central America Art + People Pictures

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Framed by a golden arch, the tumultuous water and pointed rocks of this sandy bay provide a turbulent alternative to neighboring Lover’s Beach.

Go beach hopping, try adventure sports, play 18 holes at luxury golf clubs and stay overnight at celebrity hangouts.  

Spot wildlife and marvel at striking geological formations while riding along a stretch of pristine golden sand on an all-terrain bike. 

Discover one of the world’s tallest aqueducts, thermal spas and architectural wonders from Mexico’s colonial years at this town in western Hidalgo.

Stunning beaches, rolling waves, water sports, jungle treks and superb restaurants await visitors at this stylish getaway on the Pacific coast.

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Learn about this former republic’s history amid the city center’s colonial gems. Discover its beauty along the promenade and swim with sea lions.

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

See how this former fishing village has transformed into a stunning Caribbean destination centered on the acclaimed Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

Learn about this former republic’s history amid the city center’s colonial gems. Discover its beauty along the promenade and swim with sea lions.

Glass-bottom boats take vacationers around the picturesque coastline of this gorgeous bay, where you can participate in diving and whale watching.

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

Discover one of the world’s tallest aqueducts, thermal spas and architectural wonders from Mexico’s colonial years at this town in western Hidalgo.

Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.

Take part in fun-filled activities suitable for all ages, explore a botanical garden and enjoy picnics on grassy lawns at this large ecological park.

Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.

Peruse artworks created by one of Zacatecas’ most prestigious abstract artists, as well as international collections of abstract sculptures and paintings.

Dabble in a variety of adventure sports, admire an enormous aqueduct and spot interesting geological formations at this ecotourism park.

Discover one of the world’s tallest aqueducts, thermal spas and architectural wonders from Mexico’s colonial years at this town in western Hidalgo.

Marvel at the exquisite collection of stained-glass windows housed within a striking art nouveau building with a vast array of plants.

Marvel at the multicolored temple in Leon’s Old Town before exploring the numerous altars and catacombs contained within the church.