This quaint sandstone church was constructed in 1740.

This Jesuit church was built in 1746 and includes nine Baroque altars and a rare 18th-century German organ.

This arts and crafts store serves as both a museum and shop.

These large oval terraces were most likely built by the Purepecha.

This Patzcuaro museum displays a large selection of local art, from religious objects to pottery to old masks.

100,000 people lived in this great Toltec city at the time of European contact.

A collection of indigenous art and cultural artifacts.

This well-preserved Zapotec tomb is over 1,000 years old.

A 14,000-foot snow-capped volcano.

These interconnected caves feature 20 huge halls that once were a hideout for runaway Indians.

This nearly 18,000-foot volcano, recently active again after a long period of inactivity, offers a fascinating adventure for daring hikers.

This volcano stands next to the larger Popocatepetl volcano.

At over 6,000 feet above sea level, this is one of the highest lakes in the world.

Visitors to this old Totonac capital can tour several ancient pyramids.

An ancient tomb found at this archaeological site has yielded a wide range of new information about Mayan society.

This river is a popular rafting destination.

Located in the small village of San Bartolo Coyotepec, the studios established by the famous potter Dona Rosa are still run by her family and offer demonstrations on how they create their pottery.

This site takes its name from two springs of carbonated water that appear to be boiling, yet actually provide cool water for a relaxing bath.