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Mexico
Mexico is a country on the southern tip of North America. Not to be confused with the US State of New Mexico, it is home of ancient Aztec and Maya civilizations. Also known for Tequila, Mariachis, Cancun and Los Cabos, this is the place to ask anything related to Mexico.
16,001 Questions
What is the Area of Texas that borders the golf of Mexico?
there are 5 states that border the gulf of mexico :) welcome!
Why does Mexico City sometimes experience freezing temperatures even though it is in the tropics?
Because of altitude: Mexico City is 2,240 meters (7,349 feet) above sea level. This allows for a subtropical highland climate (Köppen Cwb).
How long has the current flag design been used in Mexico?
The current design of the Mexican flag was adopted in 1968, but the general design (three red, white and green stripes with the Mexican coat of arms in the middle) has been in use since February 24, 1821 when Mexico was a few months away of winning its independence war against Spain.
What were the different view- points that people held about the War with Mexico?
The Mexican American War had its supporters and people opposed to the war such as Abraham Lincoln. Many people opposed the war as being unnecessary. Or, based on the annexation of Texas, opposed it because Texas had every chance to be a slave state. For this exact reason, the new Secretary of State Calhoun wanted Texas and the sure way to acquire it was to beat the Mexicans in a war.
What do people do on Christmas Eve in Mexico?
On Christmas Eve, Nochebuena in Spanish, the last posada, recreation of Mary and Joseph's search for a place to stay in Bethleham, is held. Many attend midnight mass. After mass, many have dinner together with their families.
No. Mexico is on the southern tip of North America.
It however, was conquered and settled during the 16th century by Spanish Conquistadors. Hence, Mexico became an overseas territory of Spain, a European country.
What major body of water both Mexico and Florida?
Gulf of Mexico
The Gulf of Mexico, which is part of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Gulf of Mexico is surrounded by Florida to the east and northeast; Alabama, Mississippi and Louisana to the north; Texas in the Northwest; and the eastern coast of Mexico through the Yucatan Penninsula to the west and south.
The Gulf of Mexico is connected with other parts of the Atlantic Ocean through a wide channel to its southeast between Florida and the Yucatan Penninsula that is bisected by the island of Cuba. The part of the channel between Cuba and the Yucatan Penninsula is called the Yucatan Channel and connects the Gulf with the Caribbean Sea. The part of the channel between Cuba and Key West, Florida is called the Straits of Florida and connects the Gulf with the greater North Atlantic Ocean.
What is the main mountain range in western Mexico that run roughly parallel to the Pacific?
the rockys
What can you buy with 100 pesos in Mexico?
In 1989 I lived there and 1 bag of flour was 75 pesos now in 2009 I dont know
Why was Mexico City built where it is?
Spanish conquistadors built Mexico City atop the ruins of the former Aztec Empire's capital, Tenochtitlan. At the time, Spaniards found the area to be extremely fertile, and had actual roads connecting most of Central Mexico to the city. They saw the opportunity to cut costs by building the new capital of the nascent colony of New Spain at this site.
What states are on the gulf of Mexico?
Including the Gulf states themselves, each of which borders at least one other Gulf state, they are Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas in the United States and Campeche, Chiapas, Hidalgo, Nuevo Leon, Oaxaca, Puebla, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosi, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Veracruz and Yucatan in Mexico.
Why were settlers from the US now Mexican citizens upset with the Mexican government in 1835?
Anglo settlers to Texas weren't the only Mexican citizens upset in 1835. Quite a few areas of Mexico were in open revolt. Santa Ana had abrogated the 1821 Mexican Consstitution. This is why you will see Mexican flags with an 1821 on them, it was the bearers way of saying that the government should uphold the Constitution. They were upset, because Santa Anna and the Mexican government had locked Stephen F. Austin up.
What is the biggest environmental problem in Mexico?
The most pressing environmental concern is air pollution, which is being generated by a combination of more than 3.5 million motor vehicles and a "cook pot effect", due to the mountains surrounding the city, which trap the smog and prevent any strong winds from blowing the pollutants away.
Is the Gulf of Mexico a waterway?
No; it is a Gulf, hence the name. Just for you to understand, a Gulf has the shape of a bay, but on a much larger scale.
Can a 1985 el banco de mexico 5000 peso be used in mexico presently?
No. After 1993, the Mexican peso changed its denominations to account for inflation. Then, 10,000 pesos bills became 10 pesos; 100 pesos became 10 cents. These were called initially New Pesos, but a couple of years after this measure was implemented, they were known as pesos again.
How are you going from Canada to Mexico?
When driving from Mexico to Canada you would be crossing the contiguous states of the United States of America.
On a broader scope, you would be traversing part of the North American subcontinent.
What are the major gulfs surrounding Mexico?
Mexico acts as a bridge between the United States to the north and Central America to the south. It has shores on the Gulf of Mexico to the east, while its western shores touch the Gulf of California, as well as the Gulf of Tehuantepec, which are part of the much larger Pacific Ocean.
Is Mexico city a large or medium sized city?
No. It is the third largest city in the world, with a population of 21.16 million inhabitants.
Which two rivers form parts of the borders between the US Canada and Mexico?
the st.lawrence river forms part of the border between the u.s and canada. The rio grande borders between the u.s and mexico.
