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What was the name of the first Spanish city in Mexico?

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The first city founded by Spaniards in Mexico was the Villa Rica de la Vera Cruz (Rich Village of the True Cross), on April 22, 1519. Due to its lengthy name, it has been better known as Veracruz.

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