History of Mexico

Discover Mexico's history, from pre-hispanic times, through the movement to independence, the revolution and modern-times

1200BC - 1500 AD: Early civilizations - Olmecs, Mayas, Aztecs...

South of Veracruz, on Mexico's Gulf Coast, are the traces of some of the earliest civilizations of Mesoamerica, around 1,200 years BC.

• Pre-Columbian Period

1517 - 1521: Arrival of the Spanish Conquistadores

Following Columbus' discovery of the New World, Spanish Conquistadors ventured further west.

• The Conquest

1522 - 1808: The lands of "New Spain"

Following the conquest, Spain ruled Mexico, brought its religion, customs and colonization policies, and changed the landscape completely.

• The Colonial Period

1810 - 1917: The revolt & early years of freedom

After years of Spanish rule, Spanish influence and taxes, the Creoles began their insurrection, which was followed by years of turmoil and political upheaval.

• Independence

1920 - Present Day: Mexico rebuilds & reinvents itself

After its tumultuous period following Independence from Spain, Mexico begins a process of reconstruction and renewal.

• Modern Times

Discover Mexico Today

Once you have completed your walk through Mexico's history, connect to Leisure on Mexperience—your first step to exploring the opportunities Mexico has waiting for you to experience today!

• Mexico Leisure Experiences