10 magic villages of Mexico

All magical towns offer incredible things: from breathtaking landscapes, through archaeological zones, beautiful architecture that speaks of a colonial past and even traditions that are reflected in crafts and gastronomy.

1. Mitla – Oaxaca

The full name of this magical town in Oaxaca is Juan Pablo Villa de Mitla and it is known for its archaeological zone, one of the main ceremonial centers and with a very different ornamentation than other buildings in the country. In fact, its Nahuatl name means "place of the dead" or "underworld".

2.Tlatlauquitepec – Puebla

This town has historical buildings, foods that will surprise even trained palates and even extreme sports.

3. Bacalar – Quintana Roo

This community that looks at the incredible Laguna de los Siete Colores was a key place for the transit of goods and, therefore, stalked by pirates who wanted to get all their treasures.

4. Pátzcuaro – Michoacan

Known as "the door of heaven" by the pre-Hispanic Purépecha community, it has baroque and neoclassical buildings, adobe houses and thatched roofs, to which the wealth of its crafts, traditions and gastronomy are added.

5. Tequila – Jalisco

You can learn everything about tequila and admire the colonial streets of this magical town of Jalisco.

6. Papantla – Veracruz

Papantla is characterized by being the place of the flyers, the 5 men who jump into the void held only by a rope on one foot and who dance in the air doing 13 turns. They represent "The Flying Game", an icon of the population and an ancient Mexican tradition in which the gods are asked for bonanza during the following year.

7. Dolores Hidalgo – Guanajato

Dolores Hidalgo is the cradle of Mexico's independence and an open-air history museum.

8. Tepoztlán – Morelos

This Magical Town has a beautiful historical area located in the shadow of high cliffs. Discover the architectural treasures, the art exhibitions, the craft shops and the famous hill. Quetzalcóatl is said to have been born in Tepoztlán, plus there is a thriving Nahuatl community here.

Visit the main attractions of Tepoztlán on foot as you walk through the beautiful cobblestone streets. Discover the main places of interest, such as the Municipal Palace, which dates back to the colonial era and is located on the shore of the city's Zócalo. The Tepoztlán Crafts Market is a set of stalls located on the streets of the city. Here you can buy handmade jewelry, leather goods, masks and textile products.

9. Huasca de Ocampo – Hidalgo

Huasca de Ocampo is one of the magical towns of Hidalgo that makes you travel back in time. Explore dungeons, stroll through the gardens of the San Juan Hueyapan hacienda, and see pictures of the Church of San Juan Bautista.

10. Bernal – Querétaro

This magical town is perfect for having a good glass of Mexican wine. Visit the Azteca Vineyards and add a tasting with different types of cheese, also visit Casa Museo del Dulce.