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Mexico City
Mexico City, as a municipality, was established in 1521 by
Hernán Cortéz in the middle of the now drained Lake
Texcoco.
As of 2005 the population was 8,720,916
It is one of the largest cities in the world
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Mexican skyscraper.
Surrounded on most sides by volcanoes towering at
4,000 to 5,500 meters (13,000 to 18,000 feet)
Mexico City in 1628
Mexico City continued….
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The WTC México tower is the fifth
tallest building
in Mexico
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El Angel de la Independencia
monument
in the heart
of Mexico City at night
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Leon- León is geographically very central in México, so forms a logistical
axis for bus routes and other transport in the country. The city is very
well known for its leatherwork, saddle, and shoe production.
Toluca-Toluca is the capital city of Estado de Mexico, the "U" shaped
state that surrounds Distrito Federal. The city is situated 64km west of
Mexico City, and sits 400m higher, the increase in altitude can result in
occasional winter snow.
Queretaro City- Queretaro city is the capital of the State of
Queretaro, located 220 km to the north of Mexico City by the
federal highway 57D in Mexico. Queretaro was founded in 1531,
among bloody battles between native Indian and Spanish
conquerors.
Guadalajara-With a population of around six million, Guadalajara is the second
largest city in México and can be considered the most stereotypically Mexican
city, especially when one considers its contributions to Mexican culture, including
tequila, mariachis, and the charco (sombrero) hat.
PUEBLA-In a broad, high valley about 60 miles southeast of Mexico City is a
city known by many names over the years: City of Angels, City of Tiles, Heroic
City of Zaragoza. Today we know it as simply Puebla.With over 3,000,000 people,
Puebla is Mexico’s fourth largest city in population.
MONTERREY-Bustling and booming at the feet of the breathtaking Sierra Madre
mountains, Monterrey stands as a city apart in Mexico. Its wealth and industry
has made it the shining star of the Mexican economy and has also certified the
reputation given the "Regios" (as the denizens of Monterrey are popularly known)
of being a hard-working, industrious lot.
Mexico is situated in the subtropical and temperate regions of North
America.
The topography of Mexico ranges from lowland coastal to high
mountain areas.
Mexico's geographic situation and diverse topography lead to
variable climatic regimes.
Mexico does not have an official language, but Spanish is the most
common language.
About 7% of the population speak an American dialect and the
government officially recognizes sixty-two American languages.
English is widely used in business. As a result, English language
skills are much in demand and can lead to an increase in the salary
offered by a company.
Mexico has no official religion
Most people in Mexico report they are Christians.
Christmas is a national holiday and every year during Easter all
schools in Mexico, public and private, take vacations.
Roman Catholic about 89% of the population
Protestant about 6% of the population
Remaining 5% of the population adhering to other religions or
professing no religion.