This document provides an overview of Mexico, including its geography, history, climate, biodiversity, culture, and economy. Mexico is a large federal republic in North America with over 112 million people. It has a long history dating back to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations like the Olmec, Toltec, Teotihuacan, Zapotec, and Aztec. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla led Mexico's war of independence from Spain in 1810. Mexican culture places strong emphasis on family, with traditions like Dia de los Muertos and religious celebrations. Popular Mexican cuisine features ingredients like tequila, tacos, and mole. Mariachi music and folkloric dance are part of
3. OverviewFederal constitutional republic in North AmericaBoundariesExtension: over 760, 000 sq mi5th largest country in AmericaPopulation: over 112 millionThe most populous Spanish-speaking country.31 states and a Federal District
5. Miguel Hidalgo y CostillaTheFather of the Independence (September 15, 1810)
6. ClimateThe Tropic of CancerMany large cities in Mexico are located in the Valley of Mexico (temperature averages from 60.8 to 64.4 °F) and cool nighttime temperatures throughout the year.Cities in the north experience temperatures of 104 °F or more in summer. In the Sonoran Deserttemperatures reach 122 °F or more.
7. BiodiversityMexico is one of the 18 megadiverse countries of the world.1st place in biodiversity in reptiles with 707 known species2nd place in mammals with 438 species 4th place in flora with 26, 000 species
9. TequilaTequila is a spirit made from the blue agave plant, primarily in the area surrounding the city of Tequila, 40 miles northwest of Guadalajara, and in the highlands (Los Altos) of the western Mexican state of Jalisco.
10. EconomyDailyminimumwages are set annuallybylaw and determinedbyzone; $5.75 USD in Zone A (Baja California, Federal District, State of Mexico, and largecities), $5.59 USD in Zone B (Sonora, Nuevo León, Tamaulipas, Veracruz, and Jalisco), and $5.45 USD in Zone C allotherstates.