Mexico Unexplained
Episodes
The Great Mexican UFO Wave of 1965
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of people saw strange objects in the skies over Mexico from July to October of 1965
José Estrada Munguía, Mexico’s Nikola Tesla
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This prolific Mexican inventor was almost completely lost to history.
The People’s Liberation Army of Mexico and the Kidnapping of John Patterson
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A US vice-consul in Mexico was supposedly kidnapped by a fringe communist group. Here is the real story.
The Story of Vanilla
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vanilla cultivation began in Mexico thousands of years ago.
Tales of Terror from the State of Hidalgo
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This young emperor doubled the size of the Aztec Empire and died a tragic death
The Alien Abduction of Grace Garza
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In 1992 a young university student was taken aboard a spaceship and examined by aliens
Monte Albán, An Overview
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This magnificent city on a mountain ridge in Oaxaca still holds many mysteries.
Legends from the State of Morelos
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The tiny landlocked state of Morelos is home to many legends. Here are 7.
Pancho Villa and the Disappearance of Ambrose Bierce
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did Pancho Villa himself have a hand in the disappearance of a famous American writer?
The Mexico City Flying Saucer Crash of 1949
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A little-known event in 1949 may be Mexico's first Flying Saucer Crash
María Lionza: Mexico’s Imported Indigenous Folk Saint
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This relatively new folk saint is gaining traction - and power - in Mexico.
Four Legends from the State of Guerrero
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The beautiful Mexican state of Guerrero is full of many legends. Here are 4.
The Aztec Calendar Stone (Sun Stone)
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most iconic pieces of ancient Mexican art has a mysterious and interesting history.
Four Legends from Aguascalientes
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The tiny Mexican state of Aguascalientes is full of many legends. Here are 4.
The Melting Pyramids of Lagartero
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Located on several islands in teal-blue lakes, this little-known ancient site inspires awe and wonder
Legends from the State of Querétaro
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For a small state, Querétaro is rich in legends. Here are 4.
Mascogos, The Black Seminoles of Northern Mexico
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A unique culture in northern Mexico has its roots in Florida's Afro-Native communities.
Tsukán, Gigantic Snake Guardian of the Maya
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To the Maya, this gigantic snake has been a water guardian for millennia. Could it be a real creature?
UFOs Over Ciudad Juárez
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The skies above this gigantic Mexican city have played host to many strange aerial craft.
Four Legends from the State of México
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The most populous state in Mexico is home to many legends. Here are 4.
Balcón de Montezuma, Mysterious City of the North
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Set in the middle of a forest of oak trees, this northern ancient mountain metropolis holds many mysteries.
The Ancient Republic of Tlaxcala
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many miracles are attributed to Our Lord of the Wonders.
4 Legends from Chiapas
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The state of Chiapas is full of many myths and legends. Here are 4.
Death Gods of the Maya
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The ancient Maya had 2 death gods. Here is what we know.
Citlaltemini, the Alien Mummy from Guerrero
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is a mummy unearthed near Taxco that of an ancient alien visitor?
Origins of the Comanche-Mexico Wars
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This controversial historical figure has grown into a larger-than-life legend.
4 MORE Random Spooky Stories from Mexico
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here are 4 MORE random spooky stories from Mexico.
3 Random Spooky Stories from Mexico
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico is full of creepy/spooky stories. Here are 3.
Journey to the Mythical Land of Quivira
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 1987 local villagers digging in a swamp found an amazing ancient religious site.
Legends of the Otomí People
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Aztec goddess of water once ruled an entire universe and then destroyed it.
Hombre Pájaro, Mexico’s Bird Man Creature
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A half-man, half-bird creature has been spotted throughout Mexico. What is it?
The Martín Cortés Conspiracy
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did the son of the famous conquistador plot to overthrow the Spanish king?
The Lost City of Labna, “The Old House”
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Two towns in northern Mexico vie for the title, "Witch Capital of the World."
Legends from Colonial Mexico City
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico City spawned many legends during its 300-year history under Spain. Here are 3.
First Contact, Mexico Meets Spain, 1519
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The first contact between the Spaniards and Aztecs is often misunderstood.
El Cristo Roto, The Broken Jesus of Aguascalientes
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Little is known about this mysterious lost city in the state of Colima.
Pacal the Great, King of Palenque
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A Mexican supermodel was found disoriented and ranting in front of a hotel. What happened to her?
UFOs Over Guadalajara
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's happening in the skies over Guadalajara?
Cerro de Trincheras, Lost City of the Sonoran Desert
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A magnificent city of 1,500 people flourished in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, then was abandoned.
Juan Antonio, Indigenous Leader of Mexican California
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This overlooked indigenous leader played an important role in Mexican California.
Legends from Coahuila
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico's third largest state is home to many legends.
Bizarre Happenings at Atlixco
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For over a thousand years Atlixco has been a strange and unique place.
Pedro Lascuráin, Mexican President for 45 Minutes
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
He served for only 45 minutes as Mexico's president, but his legacy was long-lasting.
Maya Legends into the 21st Century
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many myths and legends of the Maya survive into the 21st Century. Here are 3.
El Calón: Pyramid Made of Seashells
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
275 million seashells went into constructing the most unique pyramid in all ancient MExico
Chipilo: The Forgotten Italian Colony in Mexico
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Founded by Italians in 1882 Chipilo has maintained its cultural identity into the 21st Century.
Loteria, The Story of Mexican Picture Bingo
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The colorful and intriguing Mexican picture bingo game has an uncertain future.
Mysterious Cloud UFOs Over Mexico
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Clouds in the shape of UFOs, or UFOs in the shape of clouds?
Camazotz: Batman of the Maya
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Mayan death-bat god Camazotz is still misunderstood by researchers.
Chihuahua Myths and Legends
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The state of Chihuahua is home to many myths and legends. Here are 4.
Mexican Kickapoo, A Forgotten Tribe
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An isolated, little-known band of Kickapoo Indians has survived and thrived in Mexico.
High Strangeness at Peña del Zumate
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Portals, aliens, missing time and assorted high strangeness seem to infest this beautiful pine-topped mountain.
Kabah: Royal Snake in the Hand
26 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With dazzling architecture, Kabah was unique among ancient Maya cities.
British Baja: The Mexican Land and Colonization Company
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Baja California almost became part of the British Empire in 1890.
Mapa Tlotzin, More than an Ancient Map
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This ancient map from the Kingdom of Texcoco has interesting stories to tell.
Chacmool, Mysterious Sculptures of Ancient Mexico
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Archaeologists are still trying to figure out the meaning behind this mysterious sculpture.
Legends from Nuevo León
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Mexican state of Nuevo León is home to many legends.
Stranded on Socorro Island
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Not many Mexicans know of this lonely island located over 700 miles into the Pacific.
Apache Wars with Mexico
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For centuries the Apache beat back colonization.
The Maya World Between Collapse and Conquest
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After the Classic Maya Collapse, what happened in the Yucatán?
Saintly Mexican Folktales
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many fables in Mexico involve earthly encounters with saints. Here are three.
UFO Incident at Ciudad Pemex
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A violent electrical storm in 1973 brought strange visitors to this Tabasco town.
The Mysterious Crash of Mexicana Flight 704
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We may never know the real reason for one of Mexico's biggest aviation disasters.
Little-Known Mexican Virgins, Part 4
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The story of 3 little-known Marian devotions in Mexico and the miracles connected with them.
Comalcalco, Round Sky City of the Maya
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Made almost entirely of brick, Comalcalco is unique among Maya cities.
Nezahualcoyotl, Poet-King of Texcoco
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The story of one of the most extraordinary rulers of ancient Mexico.
Legends from Morelia, Michoacán
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The beautiful colonial city of Morelia is home to many legends. Here are 4.
Mysterious Fireballs Over Veracruz
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From the late '70s mysterious fireballs have appeared around a remote mountain in Veracruz
Cacao: From Currency to Chocolate
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cacao has an interesting and mysterious history.
Hanal Pixán, Day of the Dead of the Maya
30 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The modern Maya have their own special take on Day of the Dead called Hanal Pixán
Cantona, Forgotten Fortress City
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was one of the largest and most important cities in ancient Mexico, so why have you never heard of Cantona?
The Last Mexican Grizzly Bear
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Was the last Mexican grizzly bear shot in Sonora in 1976?
Dwarfs and Hunchbacks in Ancient Mexico
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dwarfs and hunchbacks played important but mysterious roles in ancient Mexican cultures.
Guadalupe’s Messenger, San Juan Diego
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A humble Native man was witness to apparitions of the Virgin Mary on a hill in Mexico
Tlaxcalan Legends
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This ancient region of Mexico has many legends. Here are 3.
Cherán, Indigenous Autonomous Zone
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of abuse from criminals and politicians, the town of Cherán declared itself self-governing.
Little-Known Mexican Virgins, Part Three
05 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The story of 3 little-known Marian devotions in Mexico and the miracles connected with them.
Mitla: Magnificent “City of Rest”
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Beautiful ornamentation found nowhere else in Mexico grace the ancient site of Mitla.
Peña de Bernal, The Ultimate Mexican Paranormal Hotspot
22 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A beautiful natural wonder in Mexico is the setting for many instances of paranormal activity
Tarahumara Religion and Ritual
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Tarahumara of northern Mexico practice a unique blend of ancient beliefs & Christianity
California’s First Black Governor, Pío Pico, 1832
08 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Few know that California has already had a Black governor, but under Mexican rule.
The Eruption of Xitle & the Destruction of Cuicuilco
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A volcano and a massive wall of lava ended the prosperous city-state of Cuicuilco
Zacatecas Legends
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The central Mexican state of Zacatecas is full of legends. Here are 4.
Cenotes of the Maya
11 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh water sinkholes in the Yucatan helped sustain Maya civilization.
The Mysterious Shaft Tombs of Western Mexico
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Unique and impressive elite burials across western Mexico are still somewhat mysterious.
The Story of Chicle
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chewing gum based on chicle has a long history in Mexico.
Cobá, Empire in the Jungle
20 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A magnificent city in the jungle still has many stories to tell.
Little-Known Mexican Virgins, Part Two
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many little-known images of the Virgin Mary are worshiped throughout Mexico. Here are 3
Tamaulipas Legends
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
4 legends from the Mexican state of Tamaulipas.
Little-Known Mexican Virgins, Part One
30 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many little-known images of the Virgin Mary are worshiped throughout Mexico. Here are 4.