A fairytale-like grove with a crystal-clear spring bubbling under the shade of a massive ancient tree.

These sacred Mesoamerican ruins feature peculiar petroglyphs hidden in the stones.

One of the world’s largest cave systems houses legends, concerts, and wondrous rock formations alike.

Its incredible collections are dedicated to preserving Mexico's film history.

The striking and little-touristed ruins of an ancient city destroyed and rebuilt by the Aztecs.

Peaceful gardens hide an underground torture museum.

This colossal ancient jaguar sculpture was used as a vessel for the hearts torn from sacrificial victims.

This series of waterfalls tumble into a radiantly blue river.

In a busy Oaxaca market, a nearly century-old drinks stand still serves family recipes from giant clay pots.

The first public library in the Americas has more than 45,000 books dating back to the 15th century.

One of the world's largest murals covers a large swath of homes in its hillside neighborhood.

In Coyoacán, a pair of coyotes crown a public fountain in reference to the ancient Aztec name of the borough.

The "world's smallest volcano" has been used to store meals and dispose of dead bodies.

This ceremonial Mexican square looks as though it belongs in a science fiction movie.

Fiery-hot river rocks make soup sizzle at this restaurant showcasing indigenous Chinantec cuisine.

This 80-year old mannequin is so lifelike it is believed to be an embalmed corpse.

Huge hole looks down onto an underground beach populated with sea lions.

One of the world's richest men bought this former paper factory and transformed it into a mall.

Take a dip beneath the stalactites in this amazing cenote.

Giant nude woman of Tijuana is also the artist's home.

This tiny, tucked-away eatery reflects the history of Mexico's Lebanese immigrants.

This popular cave pool is truly magical, despite the crowds.

Once home to an aristocratic family and a workers' organization, this intricately tiled building now houses a chain restaurant.

This "cursed house" features secret rooms, hidden vaults, and dark escape tunnels.