5 places to live an atypical vacation in Mexico

Mexico offers a great variety of experiences and places to vacation. turquoise seas, the Aquarium of the World, red dunes, albino deserts, jungles and mountains… It is rich in ecosystems, with cloudy and tropical forests, humid and dry forests, deserts, scrublands, mangroves, meadows, rivers, lakes and reefs. Multiple places that show the beauty and greatness of our country.

Meanwhile, we know that It is difficult to choose where your next vacation will be, since Mexico has something for all tastes. For this reason, we tell you about 5 amazing places, a bit off the beaten path, offering a unique getaway option. Know them!

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Places to vacation and live atypical experiences in Mexico

Huasteca Potosina, San Luis Potosi

One of the largest and most incredible ecosystems in Mexico is the heart of the Huasteca Potosina. With impressive springs, imposing mountains, waterfalls and rivers, the Huasteca offers a wide variety of options to enjoy and live adventures.

You can walk the surreal paths of Xilitla in the garden of Las Pozas or stay in Middle Earth at the Hotel Tapasoli. Also, if you like adrenaline, you can enjoy the natural wonders that the Magical Town of Aquismón offers. Here you will be able to see the largest waterfall in San Luis Potosí, Tamul, explore the Sótano de las Golondrinas and delve into the Tének culture. In addition, the Huasteca offers a unique gastronomic experience.

Are you looking to escape to Aquismón? We recommend you stay at the Gran Tamoanchan. The ideal option to relax with all the comforts in the middle of nature.

San Juan Chamula, Chiapas

This magical destination is only approximately 30 minutes from San Cristóbal de las Casas, It is a unique town in Mexico where Catholicism and beliefs of pre-Hispanic origin are mixed. The most unique experience you can have in this place is to visit the town church. It is a viceregal construction that protects the essence of Catholicism and the beliefs of the population. The interior of the temple is only illuminated by candles and a few windows. In front of the images, the faithful present their offerings and pray on the floor, since there are no benches or main altar. It is very important that no pictures are taken at the venue, as the locals consider it disrespectful.

To live this great mystical experience we recommend you stay in the town of San Cristóbal de las cosas. Chamula can be covered in a single day but it is undoubtedly a mandatory stop in the area, since you will not find another temple like it in all of Mexico.

Cancun Quintana Roo

We know that Cancun is not only one of the most popular destinations in Mexico, but also internationally renowned for its beautiful white sand beaches and deep turquoise waters. In addition to its many attractions of natural parks, water activities and nightclubs. Then you will ask yourself, why include cancun in a list of atypical vacations. Well, the reason is because here you can live a unique experience of its kind, we are referring to the Underwater Museum of Art. In this place you can immerse yourself in the depths of the sea and visit a collection of 500 life-size sculptures. Most of the sculptures are by British sculptor Jason Decores Taylor and the works have become a haven for marine life as wildlife have adopted them as artificial reefs.

To visit this place you can choose between visiting it in a glass bottom boat or if you are more adventurous, you can dive or snorkel.

Places to vacation in northern Mexico

Zone of Silence, Durango

Can you imagine camping in one of the most enigmatic deserts in Mexico? The Zone of Silence in Durango is a mixture of nature and mysticism. Between stories of aliens, ghosts and even inexplicable mutations. The stories have been transmitted by word of mouth and today this place is one of the favorite places for those looking to live a paranormal experience.

Whether the legends are true or not, the only thing we are sure of is that the Zone of Silence is rich in unique flora and fauna. Even here you will be able to observe the peculiar purple nopal. It is an ideal place to camp and enjoy an evening under the stars and the harmony of nature. If camping is not your thing, there are places where you can rent rooms.

Cuatro Cienegas, Coahuila

Cuatro Ciénegas is one of the most peculiar Magic Towns in Mexico. Located in Coahuila, four hours from the city of Monterrey, this town is the ideal option for those looking for a quiet getaway surrounded by unique natural wonders of their kind. For example, here you will be able to swim in crystalline and fresh waters in the middle of an arid desert. Or you will be able to walk in dunes with totally white sand that looks like a landscape from another world. Another unique setting in this place are the Marble Mines, which are the remains of an old abandoned quarry that now form a peculiar geometric setting in the middle of the desert.

These are some of the vacation spots that offer atypical experiences in Mexico. Do you dare to meet them?