Mexcaltitán de Uribe: Museums, Exhibitions & Discounts

Mexcaltitán de Uribe is a small island town located in the state of Nayarit, Mexico. Often referred to as the "Mexican Venice" due to its system of waterways, this unique settlement sits in a lagoon off Mexico's Pacific coast. The island's layout features a grid of streets that can become waterways during the rainy season, when residents use small boats for transportation.

The town holds historical significance as some historians believe it could be Aztlan, the mythical birthplace of the Aztec civilization, though this remains a topic of debate among scholars. The island community maintains strong cultural traditions, particularly in its fishing practices and local cuisine, which prominently features seafood. The town's architecture reflects traditional Mexican coastal design, with colorful houses and buildings that have adapted to the island's unique environmental conditions.