This mid-century mural portrays humankind's spiritual and scientific journey.

The striking jade death mask of an ancient Maya king is displayed in a replica tomb in Mexico City.

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

This museum houses two of Mexico's most impressive Aztec monoliths.

This ornate church designed by a self-taught architect is an eclectic masterpiece in the heart of Central Mexico.

Mexico City's largest market contains a Willy Wonka-esque wonderland.

Come face to face with the ferocious visage of the serpent-headed mother goddess of the Aztecs.

A "time traveler's" vision of human history stretches throughout Mexico City's Copilco metro station.

In this breathtaking canyon, crocodiles bask on boulders and glide through the murky waters.

A bullet-scarred monastery chronicles Mexico's turbulent history of foreign invasions.

Many people don't realize there’s a lot going on in—and below—the world’s tallest triumphal arch.

This old-school café is famous for serving coffee, chilaquiles, and the Cuban Revolution.

These subterranean models show Mexico City's central square during three different eras.

This subterranean passage reveals the city's mining history as well as its legendary terrors.

The unique collection often goes unnoticed by visitors focused only on the archaeological objects.

A series of sculptures depict the actors who starred in the many cowboy movies shot in this Mexican city.

Murals made with millions of colorful stones adorn the abandoned building.

The museum houses "the most studied meteorite in history," among other geological oddities.

This underground museum highlights the history of Mexico City's subway system.

The former house of an anthropologist couple displays Lacandón Maya artifacts in a homey atmosphere.

The underground mall's skylights look like they could be part of a spaceship.

These museum grounds are a Dalai Lama-declared peace oasis.

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

A beautiful example of 18th-century engineering still standing tall.