Mexico City was among the most visited places in 2015. In fact, the country set a record in tourism for the sheer number of tourists they welcomed last year.

Mexico Set a Record

According to the Ministry of Tourism, Mexico set a record with over 32 million international tourists arriving by plane in the previous year. It boosted the economy of the country with 12,457 million.

"Compared to 2014, tourist arrivals increased by 9.5 percent, while revenue also grew by 7.7 percent, confirming that tourism is one of the major growing industries in Mexico."

Tourism in Mexico in 2015

In the first six months of 2015, there were already 7,886.19 thousands of tourists who visited the country by plane. This represents a growth rate of 10 percent. From January to October of the same year, a total of 6,855,624 visitors was recorded, which showed an increase of 16.1 percent from the same period in 2014.

The tourism industry in Mexico in 2015 recorded a surplus of 7 billion. The said amount almost compensated for the insufficiency in the "energy balance of the country" brought about by oil prices collapsing.

Tourism is the third source of income in the country.

Best Places to Visit in Mexico

1. Tulum -- Tulum is named as the number 1 destination on the rise for 2016 by Trip Advisor. The place is popular for its Mayan ruins and it is the new frontier of Riviera Maya beaches.

2. Guadalajara -- Travel + Leisure ranked Guadalajara as the second Best Place to Travel in 2016. The place offers the best urban getaway with diverse dining, several museums, plenty of cultural sites and busy nightlife.

3. Cabo San Lucas -- It is a luxurious getaway from the busy and blinding lights of show business. The beaches here range in temperament from serene waters of the Sea of Cortez to the kicking waves of Playa del Amor.

4. Playa del Carmen -- If you love diving, this is the best place to visit. It offers vibrant sea life and dazzling underwater caverns that will surely astound you. You can also explore the ancient ruins of the Coba Mayan Village or greet the spider monkeys at The Jungle Place sanctuary.

5. Cancun -- Aside from its party-town reputation, the city has much more to offer. It has several beautiful and impressive resorts that cater to visitors who want to enjoy the tropical Yucatan climate. You can also go to Museo Maya de Cancun for another fun and memorable adventure.