Mexico City, one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, sprawls across the Valley of Mexico. Originally the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, the city was constructed over the ancient Lake Texcoco. You could spend a lifetime discovering the myriad architectural and cultural marvels in Mexico City, including the Plaza de la Constitucion, the National Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Templo Mayor, and the National Museum of Anthropology. Let the city assault your senses and discover what you you did not event know you were looking for.
Situated in the southeastern part of the state of Puebla and surrounded by the southernmost desert in México, this area is known for its biological and paleontological diversity. With its high rate of plant endemism (30%) this valley and its spectacular columnar cacti forest make this landscape an incredible sight to behold. Home to the Popoloca (Nwiga’) since 200 b.C. the area also has a vast cultural, historical and culinary history, as shown by the handcrafts, stories and dishes we are treated to during our meals.
Situated inside the Oaxacan portion of the Tehuacán-Cuicatlán biosphere reserve, the mountainous area around the El Sabino canyon is a diverse deciduous dry forest with a high number of columnar cacti. The corridor of thick vegetation is abruptly interrupted by the dramatic scenery created by the canyon, which in turn provides the perfect refuge for military Macaws to roost and nest.
Mexico’s southern state is known for its diverse natural landscapes. Mountain peaks, canyons, pristine beaches and tropical rainforests have shaped its topography, creating a fertile platform for rich biodiversity – the state is endowed with 50% of all Mexico’s plant and animal species. Oaxaca City offers a rich colonial charm with beautiful architecture and outstanding art galleries, restaurants and shops.
