When struck, the strange stones in this park ring like bells.

This historic Mexican convent is home to a tree that grows crucifix-like thorns.

An elegant space dedicated to a master of romanticism and minimalism.

A hidden room within the church displays an amazing collection of old choir books.

The world's first museum of its kind is packed with nostalgic relics of the past.

One man's personal collection of more than 2,000 creepy-crawlies from around the world.

This eerily opulent residential museum is home to a haunting local legend.

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

The ruins of an ancient temple to the Aztec wind god discovered in the middle of a metro station.

This Japanese-inspired park showcases the city's peculiar trends for naming features after foreign rulers.

In Coyoacán, a pair of coyotes crown a public fountain in reference to the ancient Aztec name of the borough.

Abandoned figurines adorn a small plot on the side of a craft market's entrance.

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

These unusual paintings give thanks to the saints and deities who granted people favors and miracles.

This one-window stand has been home to a giant vat of slowly simmering meats and an array of unique tacos for almost 50 years.

Get a privileged view over Mexico City's Historic Center from a terrace right in its heart.

An ode to a chess-loving diplomat.

A shining treasure trove of fine Mexican silver dating back to the 15th century.

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

You can release a young butterfly at this beautiful indoor garden.

This immense scene of a cosmic battle between a jaguar and serpent illustrates the Aztec concept of the duality of life.

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

The most complete statue of this Aztec god sits a top a throne carved with images of hallucinogenic plants.

This colossal ancient jaguar sculpture was used as a vessel for the hearts torn from sacrificial victims.