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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.
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Can UK citizen walk into Mexico from US?
Legally, you can if you have a visa and show it to the border police.
Illegally, you can do it the same, except don't walk past the border police.
The border control is much more leniant when going from US to Mexico, because the Mexicans don't care as much. But when walking from Mexico to US, get ready to dogde bullets and run very fast from dogs and cars.
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Father miguel hidalgo be considered a hero in Mexico?
Yes. Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo is considered the "father of the nation", as he started the revolt that eventually became the Mexican War of Independence (1810 - 1821) against Spain.
No. It is the 11th economy in the world in terms of purchase power parity, 11th in population and 15th in area, however it is by no means a world power.
Its definition is that of a regional power, as it is the second most important economy in Latin America and third largest in the Americas but doesn't have world projection (doesn't have world-reaching fleets, weapons or bases).
What type of land form is the Yucatan?
It is a gulf, as the name indicates. This means it is larger than a bay but less than a sea.
What state is not on the gulf of Mexico?
It is easier to name the 5 states on the Gulf of Mexico: Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. The other 45 states are not on the Gulf of Mexico.
Mainland Mexico acts as a bridge between North and Central America. Its narrowest point is the Tehuantepec Isthmus, with less than 100 miles of land distance between the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean.
How did indios and mestizos participate in the Mexican War of Independence?
By fighting with Miguel hidalgo against Spanish and creole troops
What is everything that's a part of life in Mexico?
It would take a whole encyclopedia. Some information is included in the related questions section.
Where is the Sea of Cortez located?
The Sea of Cortez, also known as the Gulf of California separates the Baja California Peninsula from the Mexican mainland. Some experts claim that it began as part of the Pacific Ocean.
Who started Mexico's religion?
More than 3000 years ago the Olmec and Teotihuacan civilizations founded the Mesoamerican religion, which included several deities in its Pantheon akin to the Greek religion; the belief in cycles of life and regeneration and the need to offer human sacrifice to preserve such cycles. This religion evolved throughout the years, switching names of its gods depending to the local culture, either Aztec or Mayan.
Since 1521 when Spanish conquistadors conquered most of the Americas, Roman Catholicism became the prevalent religion, up to this very day.
Why did Cortes burn his ships after his arrival to Mexico?
Since there was no easy way to get back to Spain, his troops would have to make the best of it under Cortez's orders. It took away any incentive to rebel or mutiny.
Do mako sharks live in gulf of Mexico?
Of course there are sharks in the Gulf of Mexico. There are usually an average of 30 shark attacks per year although most of them are non fatal bites on ankles or legs. The number of shark attacks have become fewer and fewer lately with last year only netting 12 attacks. The most common Sharks in the Gulf are bull sharks and Nurse Sharks. Bull sharks can be very dangerous and aggressive and should be given respect and distance. This however should not disuade you from swimming and enjoying the gulf as there are many millions of residents and tourists that swim each year with no problems whatsoever.
Is Mexico overseas from the US of America?
t would depend: from whom?
Mexico could be considered overseas from Asia, Africa, Europe and Oceania; it was actually an overseas territory of Spain between the 16th and 19th centuries.
For countries located in the Americas, Mexico should be considered nearshore.
Who has the lower capita income Mexico or Haiti?
Haiti has a lower per capita income (2017):
- Haiti: $1,800
- Mexico: $19,500
Why did people not like Miguel Hidalgo?
He was a Catholic priest who started the revolt that eventually became the war of independence of Mexico against Spain. He is regarded as the 'father of the nation' in Mexico.
People liked and followed him because at the village of Dolores, where he started the uprising, he was considered a community leader and contributor. He however, was profoundly human: he had 8 children with 4 different women; he liked to gamble and dance and also pursued business activities -- he owned three haciendas. This of course, put him at odds with the conservative and religious castes at the time.
How much money did Mexico owe France in 1862?
Mexico owed France 1.6 million pesos in capital and 384,000 pesos in interests (1.984 million pesos in total). In present-day terms (2014) this would be USD 37.78 million and USD 9.07 million respectively, for a total debt of USD 46.84 million in current terms.
This may not seem a sum of money worth a war, but you must remember the ultimate goal of France was the conquest of Mexico, and at the time, gunboat diplomacy was the order of the day.
Why did Mexico take over Texas?
It is a very difficult question to answer but I would dare to say that to the US Government, money and 'big business' have top priority.
When illegal immigrants arrive to US' soil, they apply for jobs most other people think as 'degrading to their dignity as human beings'. Also as they are illegal, they are paid with much lower wages than any American citizen. This of course, proves to be a good deal to many employers, for they can find a sizable pool of cheap workers and if the case might be, they can bully their employees to 'work more for less, because Juanito will work the same as you for half the pay'.
On the other hand, the US southwest used to belong to Mexico, so many people consider it -- specially right-wing conservatives -- as part of the reconquista. However, even if someday people of Mexican origin become a majority, it is very doubtful they all agree to split-up and join Mexico again.
Where did most Mexican Texans live in the 1850s?
In the 1850s, most Mexican Texans settled in southern Texas, specifically along San Antonio de Bexar, Victoria and Laredo.
How do people in Mexico preserve their food?
They put them in the fridge (Mexico has electricity, you know).
What did the government of Mexico do to increase the population of Texas in the 1820s?
They relaxed their immigration policies and allowed American immigrants to populate these northern territories under the empresario system.
Who was president of Mexico in 1930's?
Pascual Ortiz Rubio 1930-32
Abelardo L. Rodriguez 1932-34
Lazaro Cardenas 1934-40
Who was the Mexican priest who led Native Americans and Mastizos in a rebellion in 1810?
It was Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla
Yes. Mexico has traditionally welcomed immigrants and refugees from conflicted areas throughout the world. Middle Eastern Mexicans are the result of such policies; right now this ethnic group makes up to 1% (1.1 million) of the Mexican population. Most "Arab Mexicans" trace their origins to Lebanon, with many other from Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Jordan, and Palestine. There are also Mexicans of Turkish, Iranian, Israeli (Middle Eastern Jews), and Armenian descent.
