Mexico is identified to be the world’s 14th largest country. Formally called the United Mexican States, it shares its borders with the North Pacific Ocean, the United States, the Carribean Sea, Guatemala, Belize, and the Gulf of Mexico. It is also known for being the most populated Spanish-speaking country in the world. Mexico is a federation of thirty one states and one federal district. The capital, Mexico City, is one of the most populated cities in the world. Get more interesting facts about Mexico.
- Rich in bio-diversity, Mexico is counted amongst the 17 mega-diverse countries in the world. With wide range of flora and fauna, it has been ranked second, first, fourth, and fourth for holding species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and flora respectively.
- Mexico ranks second in the world of ecosystems. It houses about 34 untouched ecosystems and numerous parks. It also has 17 sanctuaries and 26 protected areas for flora and fauna.
- Mexico boasts of a free market economy; it is the world’s 12th largest economy. In Latin America, it has the highest per capita income.
- The district, Mexico City, has hosted the 19th Olympic Games in 1968. Thus far, it is the only Latin American country to do so. It was also the venue for the FIFA World Cup (in 1970 & 1986).
- Bull fighting is the National Sport of Mexico. Almost every big city of Mexico has a bullring. La Monumental, in Mexico City, is the largest bullring in the world. Besides bull fighting, football and baseball are popular amongst the Mexicans.
- Mexican cuisine is famous world-wide for its intense flavors, colorful decoration and range of spices. Some of the popular dishes from the country are fajitas, quesadillas, enchiladas, and tacos.
- The Acapulco Convention Center of Mexico is the largest convention facility available in Latin America. It is counted amongst the main concert and performance centers in the world.
- Mexico City is believed to be built over a river. Every year, it is sinking at a rate of 6 to 8 inches because pumps are incessantly drawing out water for the city’s growing population.
- Mexico City, the capital of Mexico, is the largest city in the America and the second largest in the world.
