Photographs from the Grutas la Estrella Estado de Mexico, Star Caves, Mexico

Here are photographs that you can buy as prints or framed prints in different sizes and frames. These photographs were taken in October 2007 at the Star Caves in Estado de México, Mexico. They'd make great gifts for those who love nature or geology. They'd also go well in neutral toned rooms.



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 1 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 2 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 3 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 4 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 5 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 6 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 7 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger






Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 8 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger






Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 9 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 11 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 10 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger



Grutas la Estrella -Edo. Mexico 12 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

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Outside of the Star Caves (Grutas de la estrella) Part 1

These are photographs from the area surrounding the Grutas de la Estrella, or Star Caves in Estado de México, Mexico. These photographs are available as high quality prints with optional framing. A wide variety of paper types and frame colors are available to match your home or office decor. The quality of prints and frames is very high.

Autumn Foliage in Estado de México by Christopher Johnson



Autumn Foliage in Estado de México by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This view shows the yellows, greens, and browns that are common at this time of year (2nd half of October, 2007) This photograph was taken on the path to the entrance to the Grutas de la Estrella caves in the Estado de México (State of Mexico). The dark blobs in the close branch are small green Bromeliads.

Autumn green gold and brown foliage by Christopher Johnson



Autumn green gold and brown foliage by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This photo is subtly attractive. First you notice the autumn foliage and then slowly look up and see the blue sky with the sunlight glowing through the clouds on the horizon. This photograph was taken in the second half of October, 2007 in Estado de México (State of Mexico) Mexico from the path to the grutas la Estrella (Star Caves).

Autumn foliage in Estado de México by Christopher Johnson



Autumn foliage in Estado de México by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This great view of the autumn foliage focuses on the trees not the sky. I especially like the golden yellow tree to the right. It is sad I couldn't get the entire panorama for you in a photo because it really was a beautiful afternoon. This photograph was taken on the path to the Grutas la Estrella (Star Caves) in Estado de México (state of Mexico) in the second half of October, 2007.

Long Path to the Cave by Christopher Johnson



Long Path to the Cave by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is part of the stairs and walking path down to the entrance to the Grutas de la Estrella (Star Caves) in Estado de México (state of Mexico). The people I went with are walking ahead of me on the path.

Long Path to the Cave 2 by Christopher Johnson



Long Path to the Cave 2 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is another section of the path to the caves. It is a very long path.

River to Cave by Christopher Johnson



River to Cave by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is the river entering the Grutas de la Estrella caves. It eventually goes back above ground many kilometers later. I like this photo because of its simplicity. I find it very relaxing.

Tour Entering the Grutas de la Estrella Star Caves by Christopher Johnson



Tour Entering the Grutas de la Estrella Star Caves by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is the tour group going in to the Grutas de la Estrella, or Star Caves. You can't really tell, but this is a narrow half-walled path so no one falls into the stream which also enters at this point. Then there is a metal bar railed bridge to take you beyond that point to the rest of solid rock floor.

Stream by the Cave 1 by Christopher Johnson



Stream by the Cave 1 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is a bridge that crosses the stream a few yards before the cave entrance.

Stream by the Cave 2 by Christopher Johnson



Stream by the Cave 2 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is a view of the stream before the entrance to the cave. The pictures of the stream and bridge were taken in the afternoon leaving the cave.

Stream by the Cave 3 by Christopher Johnson



Stream by the Cave 3 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Yet another picture of the stream and the bridge crossing it.

Stream by the Cave 4 by Christopher Johnson



Stream by the Cave 4 by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is the final photograph of the bridge crossing the stream before the stream enters the cave.

Trees by Christopher Johnson



Trees by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Here are some trees near the Caves by the stream

Malinalco Archaeological Zone Gallery Part 1

These are photographs taken on a trip to Malinalco which is a town that dates back to pre-colonial/conquest times. I hope to go back soon.

Tree next to Malinalco Ruins by Christopher Johnson



Tree next to Malinalco Ruins by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Mountains around Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



Mountains around Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

View from Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



View from Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Mountains around Malinalco with a Clear Sky by Christopher Johnson



Mountains around Malinalco with a Clear Sky by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Mountains around Malinalco with Green Trees by Christopher Johnson



Mountains around Malinalco with Green Trees by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Malinalco Town Seen from Atop the Ruins by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Town Seen from Atop the Ruins by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Mountains next to Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



Mountains next to Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

It appears that there is a cave. You can't walk across. There is a drop off that isn't very obvious in the photo, but it is in person. After getting close to the drop off I saw that there is a narrow path that leads to the mountainside in the photo but it is blocked with a sign saying that it is prohibited.

The side of the Malinalco ruins by Christopher Johnson



The side of the Malinalco ruins by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

It appears that half of the ruins were built into the cliff. I only wish we were allowed to go all the way up.

Malinalco Ruins with Mountain Peaks by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Ruins with Mountain Peaks by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is another of my favorites. This is taken looking back toward the entrance to the Malinalco archaeological zone. It was taken on top of the second building.

Mountains through the Trees by Christopher Johnson



Mountains through the Trees by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This was taken from the path going up the mountain. I was awestruck with Malinalco's majestic landscapes.

Layered Mountains around Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



Layered Mountains around Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Doesn't this view make you want to go there?

Malinalco Ruins First Building by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Ruins First Building by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Malinalco Town from Above by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Town from Above by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is part of the view taken from the second building in the Malinalco ruins. Sorry about the man sitting on the edge. Note: A man is sitting on the edge of the photo.

Malinalco a Mountain Top through the Trees by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco a Mountain Top through the Trees by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Malinalco Ruins First Building Seen from Below by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Ruins First Building Seen from Below by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Mountain View with Two Men in Front by Christopher Johnson



Mountain View with Two Men in Front by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Ok, the name of this photo is a little tongue-in-cheek, but I was a little sad that these two men didn't get up so I could take the perfect photo. Even with them sitting there chatting away on top of the second building, It is STILL a great photo.

Malinalco Trees and Mountain Horizon by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Trees and Mountain Horizon by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This was also taken from on top of the second building of the Malinalco archaeological zone.

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Malinalco Archaeological Zone Gallery Part 2

These are photographs taken on a trip to Malinalco which is a town that dates back to pre-colonial/conquest times. I really enjoyed the trip there and Malinalco would be a great place to retire with its beautiful mountains and clean streets.

These photographs can be bought as prints with frames or prints alone. A wide variety of paper and frames is available.

Malinalco Town Another View from Above by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Town Another View from Above by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Malinalco town from above through the trees.

Malinalco Ruins Path up to Peak by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Ruins Path up to Peak by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This path is very steep and you can see the signs that tell you to go no higher. There are rubber mats to help keep you from falling. You can fallow the view of the stone steps to the peak in other photos in this gallery!

Two Women at Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



Two Women at Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

A middle aged woman and an elderly woman who is her mother slowly go up to the first landing. It isn't easy because they are steep and narrow. I had trouble getting down from there (getting up isn't that hard for someone who is young). This view centers on them and their determination.

Two Women at Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



Two Women at Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

A middle aged woman and an elderly woman who is her mother were going up to the first landing as permitted. I was so afraid that they'd fall, but they went up slowly. Admire her mother's determination.

Two Women at Malinalco with a View of the Top by Christopher Johnson



Two Women at Malinalco with a View of the Top by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

A middle aged woman and an elderly woman who is her mother are going up the steps.

Malinalco Ruins Path up to Peak - The Top? by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Ruins Path up to Peak - The Top? by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

This is the last part of the stone steps leading to the peak from the ruins. We aren't allowed to go that high.

A Mountain Peak near Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



A Mountain Peak near Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Malinalco Town as Seen from the Second Building by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Town as Seen from the Second Building by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Malinalco town as seen from a top the ruins.

Beautiful Mountains around Malinalco by Christopher Johnson



Beautiful Mountains around Malinalco by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

Another great view of the mountains by Malinalco

Malinalco Mountain View by Christopher Johnson



Malinalco Mountain View by Christopher Johnson — View Larger

The drop off is steep, but the view is amazing.