However, unlike the Aztecs who created intricate systems of dikes and canals for flood control, the Spanish insisted on draining the lakebed once they got a taste of the work needed to maintain their watery existence. The country is divided into 31 states, plus the Federal District.

An estimated amount of 1% of the population was sacrificed each year to please the gods. The National University of Mexico (UNAM) was founded in 1551 by Charles V of Spain, 85 years before Harvard. Actor Anthony Quinn was the first Mexican to win an Academy Award for his role in the 1952 movies Viva Zapata. Spanish is the most spoken language in the country, and Mexico is the largest Spanish-speaking country worldwide. Mexico City has had many nicknames in the past including “City of the Palaces”, “City of Hope” and “Capital in Movement”. Saying ‘¿mande?’ instead of ‘¿qué?’ – This is very typical for the Mexican version of Spanish. Cinco de Mayo is not the Mexican Independence Day, it only commemorates the Battle of Puebla in 1862 when Mexico won against the French army. And it’s not a sign of rudeness, it’s just a cultural custom. Corona is famous worldwide, but there are lots of other Mexican beer brands besides Corona. In total, they’re working 43 hours on average per person, or 2,255 hours per year. Especially in Riviera Maya which is so close to the ocean. He replied: Ma’anaatik ka t’ann, which means ‘I don’t understand you’. The majority of people have always thought that the capital of Mexico is Mexico City. It measured 450 by 450 meters (1,480 by 1,480 ft) during its peak-time, although it’s mostly in ruins today. As a result, they’re scared to go to Mexico, but not many people actually know what is Mexico known for. If you’re looking for more in-home tips check out my other blog.

From 2009 to 2014, more Mexicans left the U.S than migrated into the country. The term ‘third world’ was invented during the Cold War as one of three geopolitical divisions of alignment. Texas declared its independence from Mexico in 1836 and became a Republic until it joined the U.S. in 1845. 15. Mexicans have cultivated this important crop for centuries and despite threats from international trade agreements and genetically modified imports, farmers continue the tradition of growing corn, collecting seeds and preserving varieties for the next generations to come. As you can see, it’s a big country with many different regions.

Yes, it means there are more Americans immigrating to Mexico than Mexicans immigrating to the US. The reason for this is the huge demand for water, which is being taken from the aquifer below the city. Below are some general info such as total population, land area, biggest lake, highest mountain and other general facts about Mexico that might be interesting to know. If you travel to Mexico it’s a good idea to buy some silver, not only because of the price but also since there are many beautiful silver-jewelry made here. Mexicans sure ain’t lazy, quite the contrary. ), is the first greatest civilization in Mexico. The Capital of Mexico Wasn’t Mexico City Until 2016.

Another interesting fact about Mexico is that there are more people speaking Spanish as their first language than in Spain. But the US citizens, on the other hand, constitute the largest immigrant group in Mexico. Some of Volkswagen’s best-selling cars are partly produced in Mexico, and the country has become a new hotspot for research and development. The name of the Peninsula resulted from confusion between the Mayans and Spanish conquistadors. Volcano rabbits are found in Mexico. Although, outside of Mexico what people refer to as “Mexican food” is more often than not actually Tex-Mex. And the Mexican people are lovely as well. It’s my mission to teach YOU how can you turn YOUR dreams of travel and career, into reality. However, only the inhabitants of DF can say they live in the capital. The main language spoken in Mexico is Spanish. Mexico city’s international airport is the busiest and largest in Latin America. This is definitely one of the most interesting Mexico facts. I’m a Polish-born citizen of the world. If you’re looking for facts about Mexico, it might also be interesting to know about the largest cities in Mexico. Illegal immigration from Mexico to the U.S. has decreased by 80% since 2000. Mexico City is built on a lake called Texcoco. How many of these Mexico facts did you already know before reading? If you text from a foreign cellphone you need to add (+52), however, if you want to call from a foreign number you need to add (+52 1). I want to show that you don’t have to be ultra rich or have a travel partner to do it! Mexico is in the middle of the “Ring of Fire”, also called the circum-Pacific Belt. They worshiped a mysterious, unnamed god that was part of Jaguar and part human. Both Tequila and Mezcal are made from the agave, but mezcal doesn’t have the same regulations, and it can be produced by around 30 types of agave plants. It’s where almost 90% of the world’s earthquakes and about 81 % of the planet’s volcanic eruptions take place. On the other hand, the gap between poor and rich is quite big – while some households have a maid and a driver, most others don’t even have enough to live on. It’s one of the most diverse countries in the world, 2.

The official name of for Mexico is the Estados Únidos Mexicanos (United Mexican States.) This is a polite form of “que” which means “what?”. It’s also the world’s largest Spanish speaking country, 10. It can be confusing because the Mexico City metropolitan area lies within DF and parts of the State of Mexico. The Zapotec civilization (600 B.C. Mexico has 59 endemic corn varieties. Long before it was used in the United States. I’m currently on a mission to show you the amazing places and diversity that our planet has to offer! 75% of all sesame seeds grown in Mexico end up on McDonald’s hamburger buns. The list includes the historic centers of towns like Guanajuato, Mexico City and Puebla, as well as with dozens of ancient ruins, the agave fields of Tequila, and much more. But not only that. This pyramid was once part of the Mayan Empire, and in 2007 it was named as one of the new seven wonders of the world. I’m Anna.

Mexico isn’t different than other places in Central America in this sense, especially considering the fact that it’s not in Central but North America. And I can definitely recommend a visit here, Chichen Itza is incredible and very well-preserved. For example, in Mexico, nobody actually eats burritos Chipotle-style or filled with rice (I know that in northern Mexico burritos are popular, however, I meant burritos from US fast-food chains). It is estimated that the Mexico drug cartels make US$152 million per year from growing and selling avocados. Just because most people think of Ancient Egypt when it comes to pyramids, but in fact, the largest pyramid of them all is nowhere to be found in Egypt, but in Mexico. Mexico is the most populated Spanish-speaking country in the world. Did you think Mexican was a language? Mexico is the largest silver producer, 11.