WORLD HERITAGE SITES

UNESCO?s World Heritage sites are cultural, natural or mixed landmarks that represent the rich culture of a country and deserve international recognition. Since 1972, UNESCO has inscribed 812 properties in 137 countries worldwide on its World Heritage List.

Mexico has the distinction of being the American country with the most places (25) registered on the World Heritage List. Some are already popular tourist sites; others, are off the beaten path but undoubtedly merit the extra effort to visit and admire.