| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| San Miguel de Allende | A city in Mexico known for its colonial charm and cultural events. |
| Oaxaca | A Mexican city famous for its food, festivals, and colorful markets. |
| Guadalajara | Mexico’s second-largest city, known for mariachi music and tequila. |
Three Mexican cities are among the top 10 in the world! That’s according to Travel + Leisure, a popular travel magazine. San Miguel de Allende is number one on the list because of its beautiful, old buildings and fun cultural events. Visitors love the food and historic sites. The city of Oaxaca is number five. It is famous for its delicious food, colorful festivals and markets filled with handmade crafts. At number nine is Mexico City, which is famous for its cool museums, big hotels and amazing places to eat.
Another city, Guadalajara, ranks number 15. It is the second-largest city in Mexico and is famous for its music, tequila and a traditional Mexican rodeo called charrería. The magazine also highlighted some amazing resorts. For example, Rancho La Puerta in Tecate, Baja California, is the best wellness retreat in the world. It offers hiking trails and healthy cooking classes. These awards show how much people from all over the world love visiting Mexico!
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Festival | Festival |
| Culture | Cultura |
| Hotel | Hotel |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think San Miguel de Allende is so popular with travelers?
- What makes a city or place special enough to be on a top list?
- How do food and culture influence travel choices?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph
- Describe what you would enjoy most about visiting San Miguel de Allende.
- What are some unique things about the city where you live?
