What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear Mexico? The mesmerizing beaches, their amazing food, or the beautiful weather it offers? Yes, of course, those are there, but Mexico is just not limited to that, it has a lot more to offer.

It is the land of giant landmasses, with a fascinating history and a rich culture. There are a lot of unique natural landmarks in Mexico, as well as man-made landmarks in Mexico that the world has ever seen. So, if you are planning a trip to Mexico, we are here to help. This article is going to inspire your wondrous soul to plan the perfect trip and cover the best landmarks of Mexico.

Landmarks Of Mexico  

With a firm foot towards global tourism and a melting pot for culture, it is no surprise that Mexico has some of the most mysterious and beautiful monuments. We have listed some of the popular landmarks of Mexico that you have on your itinerary.

Monte Alban  

If you are a history buff, this is another site you should never miss. Monte Alban presents the historical ruins of the Mixtec and Zapotec periods that can be dated back to 500 BC. It is one of the most famous landmarks in Mexico.

Several people inhabited this site over thousands of years and left behind a lot from that time, starting from carvings to canals. This place is situated on high ground, offering a breathtaking view of the Oaxaca Valley and the historic center of Oaxaca De Juares.

Chichen Itza  

This is one of the most iconic sites in Mexico, which has also made its place in the New Seven Wonders of the World. This is also a world heritage site declared by UNESCO and is a must-visit site if you are visiting Mexico. It is one of the popular historical landmarks in Mexico.

The city of Mayan is now in ruins, and that is what we see today as Chichen Itza. The city was built between 350 and 500 AD. It is said that the city was abandoned during the time when the Maya civilization collapsed.

The entire area has a lot of monuments that show the carvings of the planet’s movements that the Mayans used as their celestial calendar. There are various well-preserved temples as well, and they have been well preserved. The El Castillo pyramid is one of the important sites, nettles in between the jungle. Stay after the evening to catch the light show.

Palenque   

Palenque used to be another city of the Maya civilization that existed from 226 BC to 799 AD. The ruins of the city, along with the pristine temples, are found now amidst the forest, in the middle of the wildlife.

This was first discovered by a Spanish explorer back in the 16th century. The most significant part of Palenque is hidden inside the temple of inscriptions and the tomb of Pakal the Great.

Pakal became the ruler at the age of 12 and ordered to rebuild the city and record the event precisely, which now offers archaeologists a detailed insight into the lifestyle back then. You can take a tour of the Palenque Archeological Site, Misol-Ha Cascade, and the Agua Azul Cascade.

El Tajin  

El Tajin is one of the most significant landmarks in the history of Mexico. This place holds the ruins of the Mesoamerican culture, and it is located in the northern part of the jungle near Papantla.

Because of the remote location, the pace is quieter than the other ruins that Mexico has, so it is a perfect place if you want to explore some discreet places. El Tajin used to be the home to 2000 people, but some were abandoned abruptly back in 1200 AD. The major part of the city is inside the jungle that surrounds the main sites, and those parts have been cleared for visitors to explore.

The place has another stepped pyramid, known as the Pyramid of Niches. They have preserved the place well and has 365 square windows denoting each day of the year, which the people back then listed.

The Great Pyramid of Cholula  

The Great Pyramid of Cholula is often mistaken for a hill because, through the decades, the walls have been covered with bush and grass, and it is situated beneath a Spanish chapel that was built back in the 16th Century.

This pyramid was built almost 2,000 years ago by either the El Tajin people or the Teotihuacans. Archaeologists have recently excavated this pyramid and have found a tunnel network, altars, and platforms which was used back then for religious ceremonies. This place now offers guided tours of these tunnels.

Tulum  

Tulum was the seaport, built as the gateway to Milan for trading cacao beans, cotton, and copper. El Castillo is the actual name of the main pyramid that is situated in Tulum. This used to be a lighthouse back in ancient times because of the positions of the windows at the tower top.

This unique seafront offers an impressive view to the visitors, with an over-the-sea view. The native iguanas surround the place and call it their home.

The Zocalo  

The Zocalo is among the largest squares the capital has. It is a must-visit if you are looking for majestic ancient buildings the city holds. The National Palace and the Catedral Metropolitana are some of the major attractions. These places are now the National Monuments of Mexico.

The cathedral stands in the center of the city, as the city’s heart. This grand building dates back to 1573. And has an incredible architectural style that ranges from Neoclassical and Gothic to Baroque.

Museo Subacuátio De Arte  

The Museo Subacuatico De Arte is the most spectacular and unique landmark that Mexico has. This is the world’s largest underwater museum. This is located underwater and surrounds Isla Mujeres and Cancun. This underwater world features more than 500 life-size sculptures and statues.

You can go on a snorkeling excursion or a scuba diving expedition to explore the sculptures of Jason deCaires Taylor, the British sculptor. If you do not want an adventure, you can also take a tour through the glass-bottomed boat.

MUSA  is not just a beautiful landmark but has a purpose as well. It is helping in conserving the Mesoamerican Reef. They have designed the sculptures in a way that they can grow corals and algae on their surfaces. It is one of the important landmarks in Mexico.

Bottom Line  

This article must have got you all worked up for planning your trip to Mexico. But you have to remember that this is a huge country. And it is not possible to cover all the major landmarks in Mexico in one trip.

But you have to start somewhere, and we hope these listed landmarks of Mexico in the article will be that jumpstart. There is always scope for coming back and a next trip to look forward to.

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