The Rough Guide to Mexico

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Penguin, Jun 1, 2010 - Travel - 912 pages
The Rough Guide to Mexico is the essential travel guide to this vast, extraordinarily varied country. From the deserts of the north to the tropical jungles of Chaipas; from ancient pyramids to Mexico City's sophisticated club scene; from colonial cathedrals to spring break in Cancún; the Rough Guide provides comprehensive coverage of it all. The guide offers detailed and practical advice on the best places to stay, where to sample some of Mexico's tastiest food and where to go to order the finest margarita for all budgets. The guide is packed with informed description of Mexico's archeological sites and museums and their fascinating historical and cultural background. Readers will find the coverage of hundreds of beaches, excursions and activities indispensable, while richly illustrated colour sections explore the wonders of Mexican cuisine and the country's dynamic festivals. Informative and inspirational, with dozens of maps, handy languages tips and site plans, The Rough Guide to Mexico is your essential companion to this vibrant, unforgettable country. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Mexico
 

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Contents

Introduction to Mexico
Where to go
When to go
35 things not to miss
Basics
Getting there
Getting around
Accommodation
Veracruz
Oaxaca
Chiapas and Tabasco Part 1
Chiapas and Tabasco Part 2
The Yucatán Part 1
The Yucatán Part 2
Contexts
History

Crime and personal safety
Health
Food and drink
The media
Festivals
Sports and outdoor activities
Culture and etiquette
Shopping
Travel essentials
Explore Mexico
Baja California
The northwest and Copper Canyon
The north
The Bajío Part 1
The Bajío Part 2
Northern Jalisco and Michoacán
Mexico City Part 1
Mexico City Part 2
Around Mexico City
Acapulco and the Pacific beaches
Chronology
The preColumbian belief system
Environment and wildlife
Music
Books
Language
Mexican Spanish
Glossary
More on Mexico
A taste of Mexico
Festive Mexico
Ancient Mexico
Small print
A Rough Guide to Rough Guides
Help us update
Acknowledgements
Readers letters
Publishing information
Copyright

Common terms and phrases

Bibliographic information