• Green: Hope and the land.

• White: Purity and unity.

• Red: Sacrifices for independence.

• Golden Eagle: Bravery and strength.

• Snake: Ancient adversaries and struggle.

  Mexican national anthem

What’s unusual about Mexican food are its traditional cooking methods and popular dishes.

Mexico City, the capital of Mexico, is a historic and vibrant metropolis. Originally the Aztec city of Tenochtitlán, it is now a major cultural and economic hub with landmarks such as the Zócalo and Chapultepec Park.

The population of Mexico is approximately 130 million people in 2024.

Gorditas are a popular Mexican food made from thick, round corn tortillas. They are stuffed with meat, cheese, beans and vegetables. Gorditas are eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Tacos are a Mexican dish with a tortilla filled with meat or vegetables and topped with ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, and salsa.

Summer in Mexico is hot and humid with temperature between 25 and 35 degrees. The winters are mild with rain and the temperature is between 5 and 15 degrees in the highlands. The deserts are much colder.

1. Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos): November 1-2, this festival celebrate dead loved ones. There are a lot of altars and decorations.

2. Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias): September 16, celebrated with fireworks and festivals.

Carlos Slim, born January 28, 1940, in Mexico City, is a Mexican businessman. He is known for his work in telecommunications and was the richest person in the world in 2013, with a net worth of $73 billion.