Mexico, much like its vibrant capital, is a dynamic, multicultural, and fascinating country. A land steeped in myth and history, it evokes the world of pre-Hispanic civilizations, the era of the conquistadors, the Mexican Revolution, and colorful traditional celebrations.
Covering nearly 2 million square kilometers2 , Mexico offers an extraordinary variety of landscapes and experiences. Scattered across the country are major archaeological sites, spectacular beaches, beautifully restored colonial cities, and a stunning range of contrasting environments—from the arid deserts of northern Mexico to the highlands around Mexico City and Puebla, as well as the towering volcanoes of central Mexico and the lush tropical rainforests of the south.
Music is everywhere in Mexico, reflecting the heritage of a people shaped by both Indigenous and Spanish influences—a blend that lies at the heart of Latin American culture.
Two Mexicos exist side by side: one deeply rooted in ancient traditions and Indigenous heritage, the other firmly embracing modernity.
The country’s strong economic and cultural ties with the United States have created a way of life where Aztec deities and the Internet, the traditional Day of the Dead and Halloween, can all coexist.
As you travel through Mexico, you can ride a train through the spectacular canyons of the north, shop along the pedestrian streets of Mexico City’s historic center, surrounded by colonial churches and Aztec ruins, celebrate with mariachi musicians, dive among the coral reefs off the island of Cozumel, marvel at majestic pre-Hispanic cities and explore the tomb of Pakal, the Maya ruler of Palenque. You can also discover the beauty of the tropical rainforest, wander through village markets, and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the natural pools known as cenotes in the Yucatán. (puits naturels) aux eaux cristallines du Yucatán.
