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When it comes to the number of theaters, Mexico City only trails after New York, London, and Toronto.
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Each year, residents of Naco, Mexico, join those of Naco, Arizona, for a volleyball match over the fence separating the two countries.
Mexico is the world’s largest producer of silver (5600 MT) followed by Peru (4100 MT) and China (3600 MT).
Mexico city suffered from extreme air pollution 10 years ago. In fact, the authorities announced it as a public risk for 355 days of the year. However, steps taken by the government have reduced pollution levels tremendously.
It can take three hours to drive a distance that would usually take 20 to 30 minutes in Mexico City.
Unlike what many people picture when they think of Mexico, cacti do not grow everywhere. In fact, it can be hard to find them in cities.
Anyone who wants to find the best tacos should stay away from the posh restaurants and buy from a street stall. When it comes to street food, Mexico is comparable to Asia.
It is possible to see signs in Mexican public toilets urging people to flush toilet paper rather than throwing it in the trash.
In Mexico, drunk drivers have it easy. It is common for the police to stop cars and ask drivers whether they have been drinking. If a driver says no, he/she is free to go.
There are numerous words for corn in Mexico. Peru produces more than 55 varieties of corn in a wild range of colors.
Torreon, a Mexican City, imposed fines for shaving with an electric razor or putting on make–up while driving.
People can purchase colorful poultry in Mexico.
Mexican sports range from the ordinary sports to others that most people in other countries have never heard of. In fact, the diversity of sports within the country is as rich as the culture.
The national sport in the country is called Charreira, which displays distinctive horsemanship techniques.
Futbol, or soccer, is one of the most popular sports in Mexico.
Mexican bullfighting, also called fiesta brava, is similar to the Spanish version. It has been popular for around 400 years.
Mexican professional wrestling, called lucha libre, is very popular. It involves rapid action, a succession of holds, and impressive high–flying moves that astound the audience.
Mexico holds second place to the United States in the number of boxing world titles won.
Mexico hosted the FIFA Football World Cup twice; in 1970 and 1986.
Sports such as golf, basketball, and baseball are widely watched in Mexico due to influence from the US.
There are excellent surfing sports in Mexico, such as Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Tulum, and others.
Mexico hosted the world championships of the traditional sport of Basque Pelota in 1982, 98, and 2006. This is a name given for several sports played with ball using a racket, one’s hand, against a wall, or a wooden bat.
Mexican tamale weighs around 150 pounds and is 3 feet long. (just kidding)
The country introduced corn, chilies, and chocolate to the world.
It is home to a rare breed of rabbit, which usually lives near volcanoes.
The earliest printing press in North America was used in 1539 in Mexico City.
The oldest university in North America, the National University of Mexico, was established in 1551. It was founded by Charles V of Spain.
Mexico is located in one of the most violent volcano and earthquake zones on earth. The country is a part of the circum-Pacific “Ring of Fire”—a region of active volcanism and frequent seismic activity.
Mexico City was built over the ruins of Tenochtitlan, a great Aztec city built on a lake.