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Country in North America

Mexico

Mexico belongs to North America. The capital city is Mexico City.

CapitalMexico City
LanguageSpanish
CurrencyMexican peso
Population130.6M

Key Facts

RegionSouthern North America / Mesoamerica
GovernmentFederal presidential republic
Independence1821
Area1,964,375 km2
Population density66/km2
Time zoneCST (UTC-6) to PST (UTC-8)
Calling code+52
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.774
Safety index
40.0
Internet access
76%
Life expectancy
75.3

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Pico de Orizaba5,636 m
Popocatepetl5,426 m
Iztaccihuatl5,230 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity89%
  • No religion10%
  • Other1%
  • Islam0%

Why Visit

Chichen ItzaOne of the New Seven Wonders of the World — a Maya pyramid rising from the jungle.
Mexico City CultureWorld-class Anthropology Museum, murals by Diego Rivera and a Aztec pyramid beneath the subway.
Riviera MayaTulum clifftop ruins, Cenote swimming and Playa del Carmen beach clubs.
Oaxacan CuisineMole, mezcal, tlayudas and grasshopper tacos from Mexico's culinary capital.
Dia de los MuertosA UNESCO-recognised tradition of honouring ancestors with altars, marigolds and processions.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Mexico City
9.2M
Guadalajara
1.5M
Monterrey
1.1M

Climate Overview

12CJan avg.
18CJul avg.
800 mmYearly rainfall
Tropical / Arid / Temperate highlandClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyMexican peso
Official languageSpanish
National day16 September
Electricity127V, Type A/B