Parachuting and paragliding

This great sport that allows you to venture into the heavens, can be practiced in:

Chapala: The hills that lie between the towns of Chapala and Jocotepec are used by glider flying in these places the air ascends the slopes of several hundred meters high, at the same time enjoy the lakeside scenery.

Tequila: Those who want walk through this land, has a volcano of 2920 from that point you can jump into the gap in the wing.

Then if you want you can visit the town of  Tequila, which sits near the edge of the canyon of the Rio Grande de Santiago.

Rafting

Acapulco: The scenario for this extreme sport is found near Acapulco in Papagayo, a place to conduct tours Shotover Jet turbo boats called

Ixtapa – Zihuatanejo: It features ideal for fast boats sailed by specializing in different categories. In some competitions held each year the race starts near the river crossing of Highway 95 and ends in Zihuatanejo, the route is about 500 kilometers.

Oaxaca: They descend from the Sierra Madre del Sur, on the road connecting to the city of Oaxaca and also passes near Candelaria Loxicha, another starting point may be also from Santa Maria Huatulco to San Miguel del Puerto.

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Extreme Sports in Mexico

2. – Once you have obtained a YES response, you must choose a place that suits the age and interests of all. Destinations such as beach or ecotourism sites are often the best option. Be sure that everyone has a place in this vacation.

3. – Set the departure date, days and nights.

4. – Choose a committee to be responsible for investigating prices in different travel agencies and certainly make known the whole family rates, packages, etc..

5. – After you choose the travel option that suits everyone the next step is to begin to raise the money, in this case we propose a highly reliable commission to be responsible for reuniting or that each family pay its share on schedule , that if evidence is needed on input.

6. – Although the journey is together, each family should take care of order and cleanliness of your space if this service is not included in the package. Nothing to let her grandmother, aunt or nephew cleaning, we have to show some respect and education.

7. – Time and place of departure: We must establish a place where the whole family will meet to take the shuttle that will lead to your holiday, you must set one and a half in advance so that contingencies can be solved in time.

9. – Meal hours and evenings out: If we are to travel together is a good opportunity to share food with family, which may not do very often. Out of respect for others and for the day to take advantage propose one hour for breakfast, lunch, dinner and of course to be punctual. Same with the venues if they agreed to get together to walk around the place.

10. – If the meetings and agreed on evenings out for young families should be established arrival and in case of an election some adults to accompany them. On the other hand, if adults want to go dancing or dining, just as you must form a team to be responsible for caring for children.

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This island has hundreds of giant statues, some erected on stone platforms, others buried or broken on the floor, dominating the skyline of a remote.

Polynesian island is only 160 km2: Pascua Island, called in that way because of the Europeans discovered the day Pascua 1722. Both the legends of the islanders as the studies are insufficient to identify the builders of these magnificent statues. At least we can say that these buildings have a certain affinity with those of Peru, although there are other elements of Peruvian culture that were unknown in Pascua Island.

Although some of the statues (called mocil by Polynesians) are on the verge of old roads were originally carved to adorn the shrines known as ahu. To date, 259 known as ahu. platforms that are made ​​from stone blocks up to 60 m long. In some of these tombs have been found: it is known that the bodies were left exposed until there were only skeletons, and then they were buried in vaults under the ahu.

The statues were carved in tufa stone formed by volcanic ash thrown by the peak once Rano Raraku, located in the east of the island. Some have enormous crest carved in as tone called red scoria, the largest measures 1.8 m by 2.4 m wide and weighs 11.5 tons, but most of them are much smaller.

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The Pascua Island

The pyramid of the sun is larger pre-hispanic building of its era (100-650 AD) and is one of the most important of Mesoamerica. His name is because, since the sixteenth century, the chronicles mention that this great monument was dedicated to that divinity. The tunnels that can be seen on the sides have been made ​​by various researchers in order to know its history and construction system.

As part of popular folklore, superstitions, and beliefs, is said to be in the top, standing in the center of the platform, if you make a wish, it will surely be fulfilled, it is also the place to receive ”energy cosmic ”even more, there are parents who bring their children in their arms to the top for submission to the cosmos, the Pyramid of the Sun returns to the observance of a sacred temple.

The Pyramid of the Moon is in the northern part of Teotihuacan and its shape mimics that of Cerro Gordo, Tenan called in Nahuatl, meaning “mother or protective stone.” It is the largest building in Teotihuacan after the Pyramid of the Sun the Pyramid of the Moon covers an earlier structure and already had that profile from the pre-AD 200. C. As in the other pyramidal structures seen in the archaeological area in the upper part must have been a temple, which according to the data in the excavations were performed in place, seems to have consisted of a single bay divided into three parts

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Pyramid of the Sun and Moon

Paraiso and Sirena Beach

Cayo Largo del Sur is located in the Caribbean Sea in the east end of the archipelago of Los Canarreos, with an area of ​​37 square kilometers. The most common way to Key Largo access is by air. Vacationers come to this place many only dream beaches: Playa Sirena (with just over two kilometers long), Playa Lindaman, Playa Paraiso and Playa Los Cocos, the latter named for the existence of that fruit trees.

The most outstanding beaches for tourism in Cayo Largo, Sirena and Paraiso (in the west end of the island) and Playa Paraiso Playa Sirena are two beaches are connected and truly amazing places. These two beaches produce the sensation of watching the same paradise on earth: sand shiny, thin white and the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Both form a highly tempting fate and are located at the western end of the island more secure.

On all surfaces have fine white sand bordering the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea with a location that protects it from winds and waves .Visitors have the necessary facilities for diving, to which are added various programs for exploring the natural attractions of the area. The island nature shows a high degree of conservation, coral reefs and endowed with the addition of neighboring keys which have numerous species of flora and fauna, including iguanas, pelicans and turtles.

Cayo Levisa

Part of the Cuban geography is full of small islands called cays. They are true and some fantastic places can be visited for a short time because they are so small that only allow sunbathing and walking a little, in others it is offering more services and more options becoming true destinations.

Just a couple of kilometers from the northern coast in the province of Pinar de Rio are Cayo Levisa. This is a very small island, just over 2 square kilometers, which has a beautiful beach to the north. She is only accessible by boat so it is a perfect place for relaxation and intimacy away from everything and everyone. This key is not as urbanized as many others, first by its size and secondly because there are no residences on it. A small hotel and a few restaurants make up this island perfect for relaxation.

To get to Cayo Levisa is to take one of the boats that leave daily from Palma Rubia in La Palma, at 10 am and 5 pm. The trip only lasts 20 minutes and is very nice.

There you can practice water sports but certainly the most wonderful thing about this key is the coral reef beneath the clear waters. Is a must try not to stop or else diving, snorkeling.

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Baches in Cuba II

Since the selection of beaches is endless and varied, and the few days that are normally passed on the island are not enough to cover everything you want, here is the selection of the best beaches in Cuba.

Better to be prepared with swimsuit, umbrella and sunscreen to take advantage of these pure water spas and landscapes.

Pillar Beach

This is one of the best Cuban beaches, virgin, with wide stretches of sand and calm waters and clean. Here travelers will find a wonderful beach with high dunes and palm trees. It is located in Cayo Guillermo, one of the many and remote islands, called cays that dot the Old Bahama Channel. Just one of the most famous beaches of Cayo Guillermo is El Pilar, named after the yacht same name by Hemingway, which has some Very beautiful dunes of 16 meters. El Pilar is considered one of the best beaches in Cuba, either for their quality and wide strip of sand, for its crystal clear, warm waters (waters of pleasant temperatures, high visibility and a colorful and diverse marine life).
As mentioned, the beach of El Pilar boat named after the American writer Ernest Hemingway and is told that this world-famous character came to spend the summer on his boat the cornerstone to this remote beach in the province of Ciego de Avila.

One of the best ways to get to Playa Pilar is by land either by taxi or train that takes sympathetic tourists twice a day in the hotels and returns three hours later.
Ancon Beach

It is located just minutes from the city of Trinidad next to Mill Valley. Playa Ancon, the beach paradise of the south of Cuba is a long stretch of white sand and turquoise sea that shapes clearly a real treat with a perfect location for diving. La Playa Ancon is allowed to enjoy its relaxed atmosphere, which includes Cubans and tourists, completely different from what happens in the Keys. The water is warm, there are absolutely no waves and the sea once inside you feel transported to another world.

By choosing this destination we going to allow some activities diversify and support the day of sun and sand with a stroll along the nearby valley or maybe do some underwater activities. This beach is highly positioned when it comes to diving, as along the magnificent, extensive coral reef; lays the remains of ancient wrecks. There are over 25 dive sites in the extensive and magnificent coral reefs of Ancon and clarity of the water allows a perfect view.

The attractive beach and has a great advantage is that it is just a few minutes from one of the true treasures of the country: Trinidad, and that is why it is highly recommended for those who are looking to combine a bit of colonial culture mixed sun, sand and sea. Many are those who say the best thing about the Ancon beach is the sunsets: amazing scenery, with the sun setting into the sea, in a silent explosion of colors and magical at the time.

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Baches in Cuba

This heavenly place of Santander, Colombia, currently housed in the National Park Chicamocha recently built.

The canyon is crossed airline, between the natural park headquarters and the El Tabacal, in the jurisdiction of Los Santos, through a cable car that will transport visitors within 30 minutes, to cut more than two hours the distance between the two places.

Basically it is a geological fault and a mountain range where they spend and bind several tributaries, including the eponymous river that runs along the bottom of the fault, to merge with rivers Fonce and Suarez and then form Sogamoso mighty river. The temperature Chicamocha Canyon ranges from 11 to 32 degrees Celsius between day and night. Their conditions are extremely dry vegetation and low, almost absent.

The barrel is made up of mountainous fragments arising vertically between two mountains and where the river water Fonce and Suarez. These mountains are the result of plate tectonic movements of the earth, where they spend and are shed faults comprising the territory of Chicamocha to regions such as the Mesa de los Santos and the city of Bucaramanga, making it the second largest canyon the world.

With more than 108,000 acres and 2,000 feet deep canyon was formed 4,600 million years ago in a place that was once a huge lake that allowed the formation of caves and sheltered marine animals that are still remains.

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The Chicamocha Canyon

The archipelago is considered by many specialized magazines one of the best places in the world for diving due to its calm, clear waters, its well-preserved marine life and shipwrecks. Local beaches extend along 345 km. parallel to the coast of Brazil.

Is a special destination for divers because the island Fernando de Noronha you can see many underwater beauties. There are pools that allow direct contact with the rich and exotic fauna of the region. You can see different species of fish, sponges, algae, mollusks and corals, among which is the predominant Montastrea cavernosa. The average annual temperature is 26 º C, absolute maximum 32 ° C and a minimum of 28 º C.

Is on the top of most beautiful beaches of Brazil, Fernando Sancho de Noronha in really leaves us breathless. It´s nature create a unique atmosphere. Its waters are crystal clear and full visibility of several meters. Simply put the mask, tubing, in a little at sea and begin to marvel at the fish, rays, sharks and other marine life that meets in the small bay.

Along with Atol das Rocas and Abrolhos, is considered one of the best diving in Brazil, so many eco tourists traveling to the islands exclusively for diving. The tourism infrastructure is very basic, consisting of family inns, almost always without hot water, few restaurants, and high standards of preservation of the site.

However, tourists who go to “Noronha” (as it is commonly called) are not looking great nightclubs or hotels, but are willing to have some discomfort with this to enjoy the unique nature of the archipelago, comparable to dive in the Caribbean Sea or the Maldives.

Tourism has developed in a sustainable way, creating the opportunity for a balanced encounter between man and nature in one of the most important ecological sanctuaries in the world. The average temperature is 28 degrees on the ground and 26 degrees at sea, having only two seasons, a dry season (September to March) and rainy (April to August) clarifying that the rainy season is characterized by sporadic showers interspersed intense sun. Only about 1,000 visitors can stay overnight on the island while paying a “Conservation Rate”, charged at the time of arrival at the airport and it varies according to the days of permanence.

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Fantastic Place in Fernando de Noronha (Brasil)

The ancient sacred city of the Incas has a unique beauty that attracts tourists from around the world and being located at the top of the mountain make it unique.

It is one of the few places in America to be declared a Cultural and Natural Heritage by UNESCO.

Machu Picchu is located in a region belonging to the Upper Amazon. This is an area with a rich environment, has a wide variety of climates, and many ecological zones.

Cuzco mixes the fertile valleys with impressive mountains that descend into the jungle, where there is a variety of vegetation due to high temperatures.

Its cobbled streets and original edifices mixed with Inca style buildings colonial. Cuzco offers a magical nightlife and worth visiting bars, cafes and restaurants.

With an area that covers about 35,000 acres, The Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is much more than a collection of archaeological sites nestled in the steep cloud forest. Scientists have recorded within ten life zones and two distinct eco regions.

The Inca Trail offers more than 400 species of orchids, begonias, trees and shrubs as Qeuña, the Pisonay, or Muna, among others.

Machu Picchu is surrounded by a mysterious nature and has kept many confused researchers for years. The species of flora and fauna have been recorded in this habitat are a high percentage of all species existing in Peru. It is estimated that between 10 and 20% of these species are endangered.

The mountains Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu are part of a formation known as orographic Vilcabamba Batholith in the Central Cordillera of the Andes. They are on the left bank of the Urubamba Canyon called, formerly known as Quebrada de Picchu.

Machu Picchu Weather is subtropical, warm and humid during the day and cold at night. The rainy season is from November to April. The temperature ranges between 12 and 24 degrees Celsius. The area is usually wet (about 1955 mm annually), especially between November and March. The rains are copious, rapidly alternating with periods of intense sunshine.

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About Machu Picchu

The Perito Moreno Glacier is without a doubt one of the most spectacular sights that the visitor can admire in Argentina.

It is an incredible ice wall extending along a deep valley. His forehead is 5 miles long and over 60 meters high.

One of the most impressive glaciers in the world, and has been considered the eighth wonder of the spectacular views it offers.

It is situated in an unbeatable location surrounded by beautiful forests and mountains, falls within the National Park Los Glaciares. This park, created in 1937 has 724,000 ha. and has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

The town of El Calafate is located on the southern shore of Lake Argentino, 315 km. Rio Gallegos, about 80 km. entry into the National Park Los Glaciares.

Located on a steppe landscape, surprises visitors the breadth of his views, turquoise Lago Argentino and the vegetation of a desert area.

No doubt, another great attraction is the silence of nature, shown here at its best. Every so often, we hear rumblings that signify the inner movements of the glacier, advancing steadily to the call of Magallanes Peninsula.

The Perito Moreno Glacier has an international reputation as it is, along with the whales in Puerto Madryn and Niagara Falls one of the most visited city nearest extranjeros.La this beauty is El Calafate, a distance of 78 km afforded by an hour and a half. The Perito Moreno Glacier has many activities, including the aforementioned boat rides on Lake Argentino, or what I think is best, trekking or hiking on the ice of the glacier.

One of the most impressive glaciers in the world, and has been considered the eighth wonder of the spectacular views it offers. Located in an area surrounded by forests and mountains, is within the Los Glaciares National Park, created in 1937 in the Province of Santa Cruz in southern Argentina. This park of 724,000 ha, has a total of 356 glaciers.

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The Perito Moreno Glacier

Frida Kahlo Museum-House

The museum exhibits: furniture, letters, paintings, various objects, clothes and other personal belongings of the famous painter and wife of Diego Rivera. Visit in London No.247.

National Museum of Popular Culture

The museum show the popular culture in Mexico, where you can see the traditions of the country. It is located in Hidalgo 289.

Museum of the City of Mexico

Is located in a luxurious house in Santiago de Calimaya. Characteristic work of Mexican baroque. Objects exhibit about the history of the Ciudad.

Army Museum

Chronologically displays pieces from the collection of historical weapons from Heroic Military College. Address: Tacuba, esq. Filomeno Mata, Centre.

Museum of Interventions

ls located within the monastery complex of San Diego Churubusco, a place where objects related to territorial defense during foreign invasions. Address: Calle 20 August

National Museum of History

Contains pieces representing the periods of Mexican history: The New Spain, independence struggles and the formation of the Republic. In some of the rooms and spaces are observed major murals with historical themes Mexican School. Accessed by a ramp that surrounds the hill of Chapultepec (First Section of the Forest).

Cartoon Museum

Is located in a XVII century building and contains artwork from 1840 until today. Address: Old College of Christ, Donceles 99.
Shoe Museum

Exhibits clothes from ancient Greece to today.

 Wax Museum of Mexico City

In a typical Porfirian houses designed by architect Antonio Rivas Mercado this museum, where there are details and stained glass art nouveau. Reproduced in wax figures of famous people in the world. Address: London 10, Col.Juarez.

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Museums in Mexico DF