Moon Travel Handbooks Mexico City Handbook (Mexico City Handbook, 1st ed)

Mexico City, the most populous city in the world, presents a challenge to even the most seasoned traveler. That's why visitors to this historical city, situated on a dormant volcano with an elevation of more than 8,000 feet above sea level, need this guidebook by a veteran of Mexican travel. Packed with detailed maps and clear directions, it points the way to the city's best sights and diverse pleasures, from the Centro's Spanish colonial plazas to the bohemian streets of Coyoacan to the vibrant Zona Rosa and the Museo Nacional de Antropologia, the world's greatest anthropology museum. Important archaeological sites are covered, such as Teotihuacan, with its Sun and Moon pyramids, along with up-to-the-minute suggestions for sampling the city's nightlife. The best places to eat, play, and stay; safety tips; and local lore equip both first-time and repeat travelers for an unforgettable experience.