Most people think of endless deserts when they mention Mexico. Tumbleweed, cowboys, wild West, and adventure… It sounds good, of course, but the country can attract attention not only for this.
More than 128 million people live in the United Mexican States. Previously, the country was inhabited by the Mayans, Aztecs and other tribes.
Mexico is the largest part of Central America, but geopolitically, it’s a North American country.
In the east, the country is washed by the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, in the west by the Pacific Ocean.
In this country one official language is Spanish. Most people in the resort towns perfectly understand English, French and German.
The country’s currency is the Mexican peso.
The capital of Mexico is Mexico City. This city is famous for the Aztec temple “Templo Mayor” and many other attractions. Here are some of them:
the Cathedral, the Palace of Fine Arts, the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Trotsky House.
In fact, guests of the country outside of tourist cities are better not to appear. In Mexico, there is unrest, theft is widespread. For a comfortable stay, Cancun, Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta are ideal. Even outside the hotel, you should be careful not to lose sight of your belongings. Unfortunately, the fame of a criminal country is not an exaggeration. At the time of mid-2020, (this list was updated at that time), Mexico ranks 37th in the ranking of countries with the highest number of crimes.
The climate of Mexico is tropical in the south and subtropical in the north.
In the highlands, it is cooler — in winter from 2 to 15. Snow may even fall. South of the country, the climate is milder: from 22 even in winter.
Everyone knows about Mexican cuisine. Basically, these are spicy dishes, seasoned with different spices. This kitchen will definitely not leave indifferent people who are trying this for the first time.
Mexicans are slow and unhurried. You can learn all their nature in a regular store. However, this doesn’t negate the cheerful and hot temper of the Mexicans, who never mind having fun.
One of the seven wonders of the world is located in Mexico, and this is the pyramid of Chichen Itza. The amazing beauty of the place can be visited and even buy souvenirs. However, don’t lose your vigilance and be led to the sweet words of sellers, because the product may be of poor quality.
This country is very peculiar and interesting, and if you close your eyes to crime and robbery, then you can call this place a good option to visit.
