History of Mexico

Mex'ico, THE REPUBLIC or (Sp., Mexico, Megico, or Mejico, meh'He-ko; Fr. Mexique, mex'eek'; It. Mesico, ma'se-ko), formerly called New Spain, a country in the southern part of North America, extending from lat. 15° 58' to 33° 5' N., and from Cape Catoche, in Yucatan, lon. 87° 46'W., to lon. 117°5' W. Where not confined by the sea, it is bounded on the S. by Guatemala, and on the N. and N.E. by the United States. The Rio Grande separates it from Texas on the N.E. The general contour of the country is very irregular. The distance between the point of junction with the United States, on the Pacific coast, and Cape Catoche, in the Caribbean Sea, is about 1925 miles. The greatest breadth is between the most eastern and western parts on the United States boundary, where the distance from the Gulf shore to the Pacific does not vary much from 1500 miles. Within its limits is included the peninsula of California, extending into the Pacific about 700 miles, with a breadth varying from 30 to 150 ...

Christmas celebrations in Mexico begin December 17 and continues until December 24. Each night a festival is held, nine in all, an invitation being sent out to these "posadas". "Posada" means "inn," typifying the day the holy travelers, Joseph and Mary, sought in vain for rest and shelter.

1. Mexico City:

Explore the historic center, known as Zócalo, and visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and National Palace.

Discover the ancient Aztec ruins of Templo Mayor.

Enjoy world-class museums like the Frida Kahlo Museum (Casa Azul) and the National Museum of Anthropology.

Taste authentic Mexican street food in local markets like Mercado de la Merced.

2. Cancún and the Riviera Maya:

Relax on the beautiful beaches of Cancún and Playa del Carmen.

Snorkel or dive in the crystal-clear waters of the Great Maya Reef.

Visit the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum and Chichen Itza.

Swim in cenotes, natural sinkholes unique to the Yucatan Peninsula.

3. Oaxaca:

Savor traditional Oaxacan cuisine, including mole and tlayudas.

Explore the vibrant markets, such as Mercado Benito Juárez.

Visit the Zapotec ruins of Monte Albán and the petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua.

Experience the rich indigenous culture and art of the region.

4. Guadalajara:

Enjoy...