Mexico and Central America Castles & Palaces, Historical, Sunset & Sunrise + Waterfall Pictures

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

A symbol of the city and Mexican independence, this neoclassical clock tower is the landmark of Independence Square in Pachuca’s Centro Histórico.

A large park here has a forest and a hilltop castle overlooking the center of a district filled with museums and art venues. 

Sitting in the shadow of a volcano, this lakeside community charms with its beautiful setting. Inside the town, find indigenous culture and exceptional places to relax.

This laidback marina filled with luxury water craft is a gateway to the beaches, golf courses and islands of Ixtapa.  

View a range of architectural styles and rare 16th-century artwork when you visit this stunning cathedral in Morelia\'s Central Plaza.

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.

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

Feel the pulse of the city at its main plaza, a lively haunt bordered by historical buildings and with a beautiful park at its center.

Visit one of Yucatan’s most impressive Mayan ruins, perched high on cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

With a personality of its own, this beach adds a little extra. Watch fishermen use the beach as their port. You can even fish with them. 

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

Beach resorts, local culture, surf, nightlife, golf, and breathtaking whale and dolphin encounters make this part of Mexico an irresistible destination.

Peruse the works of hundreds of Mexican artists, shop for unique items by talented artisans and be part of an art walk. 

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.

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

Delicious regional dishes, varied history and captivating natural beauty combine in this southern Mexican city.

Hop over to the Caribbean island of Cozumel with its dolphins, impressive reef system, fun beach bars, Mexican culture and Mayan ruins.

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

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.