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Mexico is perhaps best known for its paradise beaches and vast, lively capital, but we will get it if you no longer feel that you will spend another holiday at the swimming pool in Cancun or get lost in the hectic streets of Mexico City Don’t look out of your interest.
A growing number of travelers is actively looking for unique experiences and off-the-beeten-path adventures, so you are not alone:
As verified in that of Expedia Unpack Survey, 63% of the respondents are planning to make a trip to a ‘omeling destination’ this year, and to avoid the crowds by opting for lesser -known places.
Happy for them, Mexico has no shortage of amazing smaller citiesunspoiled by the masses that have retained their authenticity – and lower prices, we must add – the tourist flowering of the country, and if you ask us for guidance, these are our top 5 choices:
San Pablo Villa de Mitla
San Pablo Villa de Mitla is deep in the Central Mexican valleys, a short drive of the culturally charged city of Oaxaca, a sleepy village of 11,000 people who are best known for the pre-Columbian ruins of Mitla.
A UNESCO world heritage site, It is a huge archaeological complex Consisting of a well-preserved Meso-American palace and various smaller temples, and in the state of Oaxaca it is only in historical significance for Monte Albán.
The city itself is incredibly charming, with Narrow streets covered by Handwerk Shops and traditional eateries, where you can taste the sturdy kitchen without breaking the bank, and if you stay overnight, Oyo Hotel Y Restaurantte Has nocturnal rates from $ 41.
Ahuacatlán
One of the four Pueblos Mágicos To tension the Nayarit Coast, a distinction granted by the Ministry of Tourism as a recognition for cultural relevance and contributions to tourism, is Ahuacatlán An all -round perfect, peaceful settlement Famous for its rich colonial heritage.
It is the home of the milestone Templo de San Francisco de AsísIt looms over the central square and dates from the 17th century, Tempo de la inmaculada ConceptciónWith graceful interiors and impressive woodwork and a house of culture from the colonial era.
If you see that it is often circumvented by beachgoers who go to Bucerias, Sayulita and other Riviera Nayarit Resort Hotspots, Ahuacatlán is relatively cheaper to visit: for example a main course at Los Zarandeaditos Costs between $ 9.72 and $ 14.58.
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Maybe you want to pack an extra sweater for this: a Highland Town paving of the hills of Chiapas, San Cristóbal de Las Casas has a moderate climate all year round, An old city dominated by a yellowish cathedralAnd it crossed with picturesque paved streets.
It is perhaps one of the most beautiful small cities in Mexico, above that with San Miguel de Allende and Tequila, except that it only receives a small part of international tourism: in other words, expected Affordable eateries and guest houses.
According to NumbeoThe average price of a meal in a restaurant in the street corner in San Cristóbal is $ 4.86, while a three-course presentation in a mid-range setting overlooking the old city will return you with $ 24.31.
Valladolid
A Hidden jewel from the state of YucatánOnly two stops from Cancun on the Merida-related Maya train, Valladolid is characterized by the combination of a timeless colonial core and indigenous Maya influences on food and culture.
The 16th-century monastery of San Bernardino is one of the oldest in Mexico, and in the neighborhood, the Baroque style San Gervasio-Kathedral looks from a view of a maze of pedestrian strips Bordered by relaxed, family business, family business canteenserving all your local favorites, from Cochinita Pibil Unpleasant Panuchos.
The average price of a meal in a restaurant is set at $ 7.29 ($ 24.31 for a three -course menu), and a comfortable double room in one 3-star hotel A short walk from the Zócalo (Main four -side), you should deliver $ 49 this spring.
Todos Santos
The next time you take a flight to Cabo, make sure you take the time to view Todos Santos, An unusual, picturesque city Away from the resort mixing with the picturesque Sierra de la Laguna mountain chain for background and a historic postcard.
Photo with palms lined streets that border on heritage houses (stucco walls, tile roofs and all the rest), old churches and art galleries, a sun -drenched sand strip, making it a very popular place for beach visitors and surfers in the region, and a abundance of locally running boutique hotels.
On that comment you would be surprised how cheap to -visiting todos Santos is, compared to a Boujee Cabo: delicious food at reasonable prices apart from reasonable prices, you go $ 61 per night to stay with the authentic La Sardina Beach Pension.
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