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Mexico

History

The war of independence began, making sovereignty the central national struggle.
Mexico declared independence or statehood, marking a decisive political break.
Mexico's sovereignty gained formal recognition.
First constitution set or updated Mexico's constitutional framework.
Second constitution set or updated Mexico's constitutional framework.
The current constitution came into force, setting the basic framework for today's Mexico.
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CapitalMexico City
Population130.6M
Area1,964,375 km2
CurrencyMexican peso

Short facts

RegionSouthern North America / Mesoamerica
LanguageSpanish
Time zoneCST (UTC-6) to PST (UTC-8)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Chichen Itza: One of the New Seven Wonders of the World - a Maya pyramid rising from the jungle.
  • Mexico City Culture: World-class Anthropology Museum, murals by Diego Rivera and a Aztec pyramid beneath the subway.
  • Riviera Maya: Tulum clifftop ruins, Cenote swimming and Playa del Carmen beach clubs.

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Planning questions

What is Mexico known for?Chichen Itza, Mexico City Culture, Riviera Maya.
What is the capital?Mexico City.
Which language is useful?Spanish.
When is the national day?16 September.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

LIV Golf Mexico City thumbnailLIV Golf Mexico City2026-04-16 - 2026-04-19 - Mexico City - LIV GolfMexico Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba thumbnailMexico Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba2026-04-30 - 2026-05-03 - LPGA TourVidantaWorld Mexico Open thumbnailVidantaWorld Mexico Open2026-10-29 - 2026-11-01 - PGA TourWorld Wide Technology Championship thumbnailWorld Wide Technology Championship2026-11-05 - 2026-11-08 - PGA TourFIFA World Cup 2026 thumbnailFIFA World Cup 2026Jun-Jul 2026 · MexicoDay of the Dead thumbnailDay of the DeadOct-Nov 2026 · MexicoMexico City Grand Prix thumbnailMexico City Grand PrixOct-Nov 2026 · Mexico

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Known for

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