33. Mexico
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- Adventure #11
- Citizenship #41
- Cultural Influence #24
- Entrepreneurship #38
- Heritage #5
- Movers #24
- Open for Business #53
- Power #37
- Quality of Life #39
How It Ranks
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If our Instagram guide to Mexico doesn’t convince you that it deserves a spot on this list, then, well, you’re crazy! Mexico ranks No. 4 in the heritage category for its rich history rooted in Mayan, Aztec and other ancient civilizations. In addition to big beaches, world-class scuba diving and lush jungles, Mexico is home to a number of World Heritage sites.
Don’t miss Chitzen Itza, one of the Seven Wonders of the New World. The pyramid-like building was built by the Mayans and is the most popular site for tourists to visit in Mexico. See for yourself, and tell us your theories about how the ancient Mayans built such a structure without modern tools.
