Naturally, there is an entire country sandwiched between Mexico's glorious coasts. The interior of Mexico includes the Sierra Madre mountains ranges, as well as tropical lowlands, desert and lush jungles. Large metropolises, such as Mexico City, offer visitors opportunities to tour world class museums. Cities rich in colonial history, including Puebla, have incredible examples of sixteenth and seventeenth century architecture.

Guadalajara (Presidente Intercontinental Guadalajara, Camino Real Guadalajara , Fiesta Americana Guadalajara, Fiesta Inn Guadalajara, Quinta Real Guadalajara) Select The second largest city in Mexico is filled with monuments, parks and tree lined avenues to explore. Its history dates to the sixteenth century, and its rich colonial heritage is evident throughout the city, especially downtown where you will find the cathedral and its looming towers and the Degollado Theater, a main cultural arts venue. The adjacent town of Zapopan is the most important religious center in western Mexico. Also nearby is the town of Tequila, where the country's most famous drink is produced.

Guanajuato / Léon / Bajo (Casa De Sierra Nevada, Fiesta Americana Leon) Select In the central highlands, Guanajuato is the name of a state of Mexico, as well as the state's capital city, which is a World Heritage Site, due to its beautiful colonial architecture. A major attraction here is the mummy museum on top of Trozado Hill. In Leon, be sure to shop for various well made leather goods, and the peaceful town of San Miguel de Allende has long attracted artists and writers.

Mexico City (Fiesta Inn Centro Historico, Fiesta Inn Aeropuerto, NH Mexico City, Presidente Intercontinental Mexico City, Sheraton Maria Isabel Hotel and Towers) Select The high altitude capital of Mexico is the world's largest city and home to some incredible museums and nightlife. The National Anthropology Museum is one of the finest in the world, but there are other amazing museums to visit, as well. See the treasures in buildings dedicated to modern art, Mayan treasures, and Mexican artists. One must visit is the Zocalo, or city square, which is a great spot to sit and people watch or admire some marvelous monuments, churches and government buildings. Also stroll through the varied neighborhoods, watch a bullfight, see the unusual "floating gardens" or make side trips to outlying cities and towns also rich in colonial history.

Monterrey (Quinta Real Monterrey, Fiesta Inn Monterrey Centro) Select A modern city in northeast Mexico, Monterrey has not lost its historic feel. The large squares and emblematic architectural monuments offer a blend of old and new which you can see especially in the city's Macro Plaza. Cumbres de Monterrey National Park has incredible natural scenery, including waterfalls, forests and towering mountains; it is an outdoor lover's paradise.

Oaxaca (Camino Real Oaxaca) Select Known as the "Jade City" for the green tinge in the stone used in many of its buildings, Oaxaca is a culturally diverse city. See the Zapotec and Mixtec archaeological sites and admire the traditional arts and crafts, such as hand embroidered clothing, rugs, jewelry and shiny black pottery. Signature foods here include quesilla, a local cheese that is similar to mozzarella, and black mole, a sauce traditionally made with chilies, spices, tomatoes, chocolate, bread, and ground nuts.

Puebla () Select This city, in a state of the same name, is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Madre. It is famous for its colonial architecture; there are nearly 5,000 colonial buildings here. Skilled craftsmen crate the glazed tiles that cover many church domes and house walls. See the pretty cathedral with 14 chapels that dominates the city square with its beautiful gardens, and enjoy the regional cuisine, whose specialties include the tasty stuffed poblano chili peppers in walnut sauce.

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