Sanjiv Louis

Am planning a last minute trip to Mexico and would like your suggestions on where to go to soak up some real culture. Not looking for the beach resorts and have only 3-4 days, but would like to see as much history as possible. Any suggestions on where to start?

marilyn

If you only have a short time, advice on where to go would depend on your gateway city. You could, for example, fly in to Cancun, but then rent a car or take the bus to visit Mayan ruins and spend a little time in Merida. <BR> <BR>If Mexico City is your most convenient gateway, you could consider Puebla, Cuernavaca, San Miguel, etc., and buses leave to these places I think right from the airport.

Pancho

Forget Cancun if you don't want touristy. My suggestion is Guadalajara. It is a beautiful city and is considered to be the center of the Mexican culture. Great climate and very historical. You will love it.

Andy

My choice would be Oaxaca (city) for a three to four day trip. It is a city where one can explore much of Mexico's facinating history from ancient archeological ruins to important figures-Benito Juarez-in Mexican politics. Oaxaca has so much to offer including local indian art, culture, and a rich coloniel history that it should be a must for anyone interested in Mexican history and culture. I have been there twice(just returned 6/14) and would be more than happy to give you some more details if you email me directly.

jennifer nacif

louis <BR>oaxaca is also one of my favorites, but I woul choose mexico city for it has great history the museum of anthropology the zocalo amazing not to mention the piramids in teotihuacan, and all this and good prices in hotels and food if you need more info please do not hesitate.