Mexico - is a large, Spanish-speaking country in southern North America. It is the fourth-largest country in the Western Hemisphere. Capital - Mexico City (is one of the largest cities in the world, population of about 20 million people). Mexico is located between the United States of America (at the North) and Guatemala and Belize (at the South). At Mexico's west is the Pacific Ocean, at the east - the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. The territory includes 2 million sq. km. Mexico is divided into 32 states.
Travelers to Mexico enjoy white-sand beaches, watersports, bullfighting, shopping, fiestas and cheaper prices than are found in many vacation destinations. The wide range of attractions explains why Mexico remains popular with tourists from all over the world.
Mexico is a beautifully diverse place, and has so much to offer to travelers. Whether you decide to visit the local beaches famous all around the world for their hospitality, and beauty, or some of the many historical cities from the time before Spanish colonization. There are also many archaeological sites rich in culture belonging to the Maya, Olmec, Tarascan, and Aztec civilizations. Beautiful national parks are plentiful and cover land ranging from desert to mountains to forests.
Highlights in Mexico is the capital, of Mexico City. Also Monterrey, with its beautiful colonial buildings and Guadalajara.
Archaeological sites in Mexico are vast and varied, but one should keep in mind Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza, Palenque, El Tajin, and Monte Alban among just a few.
For those looking for an active vacation, Mexico offers golf courses, scuba diving and lots of mountains to go hiking in, including cloud rainforest in Chiapas.
If you decide to visit northern Mexico, Chihuahua offers amazing sights. Visit Chihuahua City, Cuauhtemoc, Anahuac, and Delicias for culturally enriching experiences. The Copper Canyon, the Basaseachic waterfall, the Arareco lake are all great places to rest while in the mountains. Most importantly, remember to enjoy your vacations, and take proper precautions.
Remember, however, that all is not sand and sunshine: Widespread poverty runs alongside five-star resorts, and many cities face serious pollution problems. Less-than-optimal sanitary conditions may result in an upset stomach, too.
If you're interested in a unique culture and enjoy sand, sun and surf as well as history, dance and music, you'll love Mexico. Do be aware that you may fall prey to an upset stomach or other illness that can occur where sanitary conditions are less than optimal. You should also be prepared to see extreme poverty. If you become unhappy when service isn't prompt and efficient or when things don't quite go as planned, you may not enjoy a trip to Mexico. If you go with the flow and delight in surreal experiences, you will.