Mexico national parks
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Mexico's national park system began in 1917 when President Venustiano Carranza elevated the status of Desierto de los Leones to that of Parque Nacional. Today, Mexico recognizes 67 national parks throughout the country. Many are undeveloped areas designated to protect the natural world in its existing state, while some are popular tourist attractions noted for their archaeological or biological significance. Several parks are UNESCO World Heritage sites and several more are UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.
UnderstandMany travelers from around the world visit Mexico's national parks without realizing it. Some of Mexico's most visited national parks include Tulum, Palenque, and Huatulco.
Annual passMexico's CONANP offers an annual parks pass called Pasaporte de la Conservacion.
ParksArrecifes means "reefs" and diving is a popular activity in this region. See Diving in Mexico for details.
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