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City break in Mexico City. Active leisure ideas for Mexico City - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Walking in colorful markets of Mexico remains one of major tourist entertainments besides relaxing on a beach and visiting numerous museums of this amazing city. These markets have the full right to be called the centers of national culture. The choice of products offered by local merchants is truly stunning. Plaza del Angel in Zona Rosa is simply the best place for tourists who are in search of clothing stores. You will also find here large pavilions with souvenirs, as well as antique shops. The most popular products among travelers are handmade ponchos, jewelry, silverware, ceramics, handicrafts made of blue glass, and toys. Xtabentun liquor will become a perfect and a memorable gift. It can also be purchased in one of local stores. Pericoapa market looks more like a zoo. The reason for that is simple – besides traditional gifts and apparel here are sold pets.
It won’t take long to find a suitable hotel for a comfortable romantic vacation in Mexico City. Villa Condesa remains one of the most romantic hotels in the whole city. It is located … 
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Mexico City
♥ City Park 'Lázaro Cárdenas' , 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Francisco Javier Clavijero' , 2.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ City Park 'Tenochtitlán' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ City Park 'Angel Albino Corzo' , 4.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ City Park 'La Pimienta' , 4.6 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Mexico City
♥ Amusement park 'Six Flags México' , 17.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Mexico City
♥ Water park 'Temixco' Morelos, 66.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Parque Acuático Ixtapan' State of Mexico, 86.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'El Rollo Morelos' , 89 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Aquasplash' Morelos, 92.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Water park 'Tephe' Hidalgo, 112 km from the center. On the map
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Mexico City and surroundings
Sites around Mexico City from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Eskamoles Ant Eggs in Mexico Restaurants
From the series “The most disgusting dishes in the world”
Check on the map: Distance from Mexico City center - 1 km.
Locals call this delicacy the ant’s caviar. At the beginning of summer, it can be purchased at many Mexican markets. Some ant eggs are frozen, so in course of the year they can be bought in supermarkets. You can eat escamoles both raw and roasted. After been fried, eggs gain the texture of a cottage cheese. The taste of food is quite nice and a bit like butter with a delicate nutty flavor. It’s also worth noting that ant eggs turn to be a very health-keeping dish. They help strengthening the immune system. Ant eggs have high antioxidant effect and allow you to stay young for longer. …
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Calakmul
From the series “Top 16 most amazing buildings of the planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Mexico City center - 10 km.
The washing machine building is a location of the modern offices and the excellently furnished apartments. The high-rise was equipped with the ultramodern supply systems, which are fully automated. The Calakmul skyscraper is worth seeing for all the tourists who are interested in modern technology and are looking forward to seeing the unusual sights in the excursion program. …
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Guide to your best city break in Mexico City - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Mexico City - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Mexico City?' disappears immediately.
