Mexico Unexplained
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Doña Isabel Moctezuma, the Last Empress of the Aztecs
The last empress of the Aztecs had a short but intense life. Her legacy lives on.
La Quemada, Mystery at the Edge of Mesoamerica
No one knows who built this interesting ancient city or for what reason.
The Great Mexican UFO Wave of 1965
Thousands of people saw strange objects in the skies over Mexico from July to October of 1965
José Estrada Munguía, Mexico’s Nikola Tesla
This prolific Mexican inventor was almost completely lost to history.
The People’s Liberation Army of Mexico and the Kidnapping of John Patterson
A US vice-consul in Mexico was supposedly kidnapped by a fringe communist group. Here is the real story.
The Story of Vanilla
Vanilla cultivation began in Mexico thousands of years ago.
Tales of Terror from the State of Hidalgo
The state of Hidalgo is home to 3 million people and many scary stories. Here are 5.
Emperor Ahuizotl and the Expansion of the Aztec Empire
This young emperor doubled the size of the Aztec Empire and died a tragic death
The Alien Abduction of Grace Garza
In 1992 a young university student was taken aboard a spaceship and examined by aliens
Monte Albán, An Overview
This magnificent city on a mountain ridge in Oaxaca still holds many mysteries.
Legends from the State of Morelos
The tiny landlocked state of Morelos is home to many legends. Here are 7.
Pancho Villa and the Disappearance of Ambrose Bierce
Did Pancho Villa himself have a hand in the disappearance of a famous American writer?
The Mexico City Flying Saucer Crash of 1949
A little-known event in 1949 may be Mexico's first Flying Saucer Crash
María Lionza: Mexico’s Imported Indigenous Folk Saint
This relatively new folk saint is gaining traction - and power - in Mexico.
Four Legends from the State of Guerrero
The beautiful Mexican state of Guerrero is full of many legends. Here are 4.
The Aztec Calendar Stone (Sun Stone)
One of the most iconic pieces of ancient Mexican art has a mysterious and interesting history.
Four Legends from Aguascalientes
The tiny Mexican state of Aguascalientes is full of many legends. Here are 4.
The Melting Pyramids of Lagartero
Located on several islands in teal-blue lakes, this little-known ancient site inspires awe and wonder
Legends from the State of Querétaro
For a small state, Querétaro is rich in legends. Here are 4.
Mascogos, The Black Seminoles of Northern Mexico
A unique culture in northern Mexico has its roots in Florida's Afro-Native communities.
Tsukán, Gigantic Snake Guardian of the Maya
To the Maya, this gigantic snake has been a water guardian for millennia. Could it be a real creature?
UFOs Over Ciudad Juárez
The skies above this gigantic Mexican city have played host to many strange aerial craft.
Four Legends from the State of México
The most populous state in Mexico is home to many legends. Here are 4.
Balcón de Montezuma, Mysterious City of the North
Set in the middle of a forest of oak trees, this northern ancient mountain metropolis holds many mysteries.
The Ancient Republic of Tlaxcala
This small political entity defied the Aztecs and was influential in shaping Mexico's destiny.
Our Lord of Wonders, a Tale of 2 Jesus Shrines
Many miracles are attributed to Our Lord of the Wonders.
4 Legends from Chiapas
The state of Chiapas is full of many myths and legends. Here are 4.
Death Gods of the Maya
The ancient Maya had 2 death gods. Here is what we know.
Citlaltemini, the Alien Mummy from Guerrero
Is a mummy unearthed near Taxco that of an ancient alien visitor?
Origins of the Comanche-Mexico Wars
The Comanche wars of the 1800s were devastating for Mexico. What are their origins?
House of the 7 Dolls and the Lost City of Dzibilchaltún
7 Mysterious figurines were found in the middle of a Maya temple staring up at the sky. What did this mean?
Joaquín Murrieta, Legendary Mexican Bandit
This controversial historical figure has grown into a larger-than-life legend.
4 MORE Random Spooky Stories from Mexico
Here are 4 MORE random spooky stories from Mexico.
3 Random Spooky Stories from Mexico
Mexico is full of creepy/spooky stories. Here are 3.
Journey to the Mythical Land of Quivira
The people of colonial Mexico were dazzled by legends of fabulous cities in the heart of North America.
El Manatí, Sacred Swamp of the Olmecs
In 1987 local villagers digging in a swamp found an amazing ancient religious site.
Legends of the Otomí People
The Otomí are one of the most ignored and marginalized indigenous groups in Mexico. Here are 4 of their legends.
Chalchiuhtlicue, the Powerful Water Goddess
The Aztec goddess of water once ruled an entire universe and then destroyed it.
Hombre Pájaro, Mexico’s Bird Man Creature
A half-man, half-bird creature has been spotted throughout Mexico. What is it?
The Martín Cortés Conspiracy
Did the son of the famous conquistador plot to overthrow the Spanish king?
The Lost City of Labna, “The Old House”
The small ruined city of Labna in the Yucatan could be described as "intense."
A Tale of Two Witch Towns: Naica, Chihuahua and La Biznaga, Coahuila
Two towns in northern Mexico vie for the title, "Witch Capital of the World."
Legends from Colonial Mexico City
Mexico City spawned many legends during its 300-year history under Spain. Here are 3.
First Contact, Mexico Meets Spain, 1519
The first contact between the Spaniards and Aztecs is often misunderstood.
El Cristo Roto, The Broken Jesus of Aguascalientes
What's the meaning behind the gigantic mutilated Christ figure in the middle of a Mexican lake?
Luis de Sáric and the Pima Revolt of 1751
A highly coordinated attack against the Spanish almost drove them out of northern New Spain for good.
El Chanal, Lost City of the Water Elves
Little is known about this mysterious lost city in the state of Colima.
Pacal the Great, King of Palenque
He reigned over 68 years and was one of the most important rulers of the ancient Maya.
The Mysterious Disappearance of Mexican Supermodel Gabriela Rico Jiménez
A Mexican supermodel was found disoriented and ranting in front of a hotel. What happened to her?
UFOs Over Guadalajara
What's happening in the skies over Guadalajara?