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3. Mexico City
Mexico City is the capital and largest city in Mexico. It is also the heart of the country's government, business and culture. Built on the ruins of Tenochtitlan, the ancient capital of the Aztec empire, the historic city is a mix of old and new. Skyscrapers tower over colonial churches and buildings. The famous Metropolitan Cathedral (pictured below) is located on the town's main square. Construction began in It took almost 300 years to complete. As a result, the church is a blend of architectural styles. Despite
its beauty, the busy metropolis faces
many problems, too. With more than
20 million people living in the region,
the second largest population in the
world, the city is clogged with traffic
and pollution.

4. Monterrey
Monterrey is the budding capital of the state of Nuevo Leon, located in northeastern Mexico. The modern city is fast becoming an important center for the country's business, industry and culture. It is also known for its surrounding beauty. Locals call Monterrey the "City of the Mountains." To the east of the city sits the scenic Cerro de la Silla, or Saddle Mountain (pictured lower right). The mountain is a symbol for Monterrey. Named for its saddle-like shape, this natural monument provides a stunning backdrop for Mexico's third largest city.
The Palace of the Obispado, that has become a Regional Museum of History of the state of Nuevo León.

5. Tijuana
Tijuana, a prosperous city on Mexico’s northern border, lies on the northwestern end of the Baja California Peninsula 18 miles south of San Diego, California. The climate is hot, with an average temperature of 70º F. This modern city, known as an important center for art, history and culture, hosts numerous artistic and culinary festivals, such as the Muestra Internacional de Danza (International Dance Festival), which draws important figures in dance and music. In the city’s environs you’ll find nature areas like the Laguna Salada and the Cañon de Guadalupe, which offer great places for camping.
A sign hangs from the arch and says "Bienvenidos a Tijuana" (Welcome to Tijuana)

6. Oaxaca
Oaxaca (Wah hah kah) is the capital of the state of Oaxaca, located in southern Mexico. The charming town is famous for its preservation of the region's rich history and customs. It is also the historic home of the Mixtec and Zapotec peoples. Despite Spain's colonization of Mexico, the Mixtecs and Zapotecs were able to maintain their languages and cultures. The native dialects can still be heard while
strolling through the
markets in the city's main
plaza. There, visitors can
find traditional folk art
and enjoy the colorful
festivals celebrated in
the square throughout
the year.

7. Cancún
Cancun is Mexico’s most important tourist destination and one of the world’s most well-known resorts. Located in the state of Quintana Roo in the Yucatan Peninsula region, it has a subtropical climate, with average temperatures ranging between 81º F and 95º F and sunny days throughout most of the year.
Cancun offers the unparalleled beauty of the Caribbean Sea’s turquoise-blue water and white- sand beaches. During your stay, you can do water sports or other activities: snorkeling, scuba diving, parachuting, or you can take a spin on a waverunner. You’ll also find plenty of time to relax and enjoy the fine services offered in the hotel zone. Along the hotel strip, which spans more than 19 miles, you’ll find everything from villas and five-star hotels to exclusive resorts and spas. You’ll also find modern shopping malls, and more than 500 restaurants offering the best in national and international cuisine.

8. Guadalajara
Located 335 miles northwest of Mexico City, Guadalajara is the proud state capital of Jalisco and the second most populated city in Mexico. Blessed with excellent temperatures ranging from 52º to 79º F, Guadalajara ranks among Mexico’s three most important cities and it is home to some of the nation’s most important cultural symbols (mariachi, the hat dance and Mexican rodeos). Among its main draws is the magnificent architecture of its historic and religious buildings, in particular that of the Hospicio Cabañas (pictured left), which houses murals of artist Jose Clemente Orozco. The city is also known for its beautiful parks and surrounding natural areas, such as el Bosque la Primavera (the Primavera Forest), often referred to as the city’s lungs (pictured above). Finally, Guadalajara stands out for its warm hospitality, well earning its reputation as the Pearl of the West.

9. Cabo San Lucas
Los Cabos (The Capes) is one of Mexico’s most beautiful and exclusive destinations. It lies on the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula, 1059 miles south of Tijuana. The climate is warm throughout most of the year, with an average temperature of 79º F.
During the winter In Los Cabos you can admire one of the most beautiful natural phenomena to occur on Mexico’s coasts: the courtship and birth process of the gray whale. During peak summer months, Magdalena Bay is perfect for scuba diving, kayaking, sportfishing, also to enjoy a romantic getaway on a pristine beach as you gaze out onto El Arco, a rocky arch formation is considered a landmark of this destination. Los Cabos unites together the waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez (also called the Gulf of California).

10. One of the new seven wonders of the world!
Chichén Itzá
One of the new seven wonders of the world!
The ancient Mayan capital of Chichén Itzá is an archaeological zone in the eastern region of the state of
Yucatan. It lies 150 mi west of Cancún, in the direction of Mexico City. The climate is hot and dry, with an average temperature of 93º F.
This place will take you back in time to the pre-Hispanic era as you discover
the secrets awaiting you in the most important structures. At El Castillo
(also known as the of Pyramid of Kukulcan), a natural phenomenon occurs
each year during the spring equinox: the sunlight creates a shadow image of a plumed serpent descending
down the pyramid’s stairs (middle picture). This unique experience draws hundreds of tourists from all over the world. Another important structure is the Juego de Pelota, the largest ball court in Mesoamerica. It measures 168 meters (554 feet) in length and 70 meters (231 feet) in width. There’s also the Observatorio (Observatory), or Caracol (Snail), called that because of the interior’s round spiral shape.

11. Fact File
Official name: United Mexican States Size: 761,606 square miles (1, square kilometers); almost three times the size of Texas Population: 108,700,891 as of July 2007 Capital: Mexico City Languages: Spanish, Mayan, Nahuatl and others Currency: Mexican Peso 1 US Dollar = Mexican Peso 1 Mexican Peso (MXN) = 0.07 US Dollar (USD) Products: Corn, wheat, soybeans, rice, beans, cotton, chemicals, iron, petroleum, textiles Did you know?: * Mexico City is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Western Hemisphere. * Admirers of Mexican Revolution leader Pancho Villa associated him to Robin Hood. * Each autumn, millions of monarch butterflies migrate from the U.S. and Canada to central Mexico. They travel up to 2,000 miles to get there. Religions: Catholic (89%), Protestant (6%), others GDP Per Capita: $12,400 Latitude/Longitude (Capital City): 19º 24' N, 99º 09’ W Relative Location: Mexico is in both the northern and western hemispheres. Disected by the Tropic of Cancer, the country is positioned in North America, and bordered by Belize, Guatemala, the United States, and the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.

12. Historic Timeline
Travel through our timeline of major events in Mexico's History A.D.: The ''classical period'' for the ancient Mayan, Zapotecan and Teotihuacán people. Temples are built at the Chichén Itzá and Uxmal : Spanish forces led by Hernando Cortés arrive and conquer Mexico : Mexico fights for independence from Spain and wins it in : Texas declares its independence from Mexico. Mexicans and Texans battle at the Alamo and San Jacinto. 1848: The U.S. wins the Mexican-American War and gains Mexican territory. The land includes what are now Nevada and Utah, plus parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Wyoming and Colorado. 1862: Battle of Puebla. The Cinco de Mayo holiday honors this national army defeat of French invaders. 1910: The Mexican Revolution begins when citizens rise up against oppressive rulers. A new constitution is adopted in : Mexico City hosts the first Olympic Games ever held in Latin America. 1985: An earthquake of magnitude 8.1 strikes Mexico City. Nearly 10,000 people are killed. 1994: A violent rebellion breaks out in Chiapas. Unrest continues today. 2000: Vicente Fox is sworn in as the first president elected who did not belong to the ruling party

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