Why Mexico City?
Mexico City, the city of Palaces
Mexico City is the capital city of the United States of Mexico, the official name of the country. It is located in the Federal District, the entire area of which it encompasses, and is often referred to as Mexico City or even simply as DF (Distrito Federal). Mexico City is the largest city in North America, whose size and population make it comparable only to cities such as Tokyo, Japan, or Moscow, Russia. It is one of the largest cities in the world.
It is the main urban, social, political, academic, economic, tourist, artistic, business and cultural center of the Mexican nation, and has been the scene of numerous important events in the life and history of the nation. It is where the political power resides and is also the cradle of Mexico's rich and vast pre-Columbian history.
Places
My favorite places in Mexico City
Chapultepec
Within its green areas you will find many activities for everyone, such as visiting the Chapultepec Zoo, strolling in the botanical garden, visiting the Chapultepec Castle, attending a cultural event at the Casa del Lago, or visiting the Museum of Modern Art and the National Museum of Anthropology.
Address:
Bosque de Chapultepec I Secc
Xochimilco
Xochimilco's famous canals, located in the south of Mexico City, take visitors on colorful gondolas for rides alongside boats of food vendors, artisans and mariachis. The atmosphere is festive, especially on weekends. Tourists can also visit the spooky Isla de las Muñecas, supposedly haunted.
Address:
Antiguo Canal Cuemanco 105
Historical Centre
Home to historic monuments dating back to Aztec times, the Historical Centre is the heart of the city. Located around the enormous El Zócalo plaza, the area attracts tourists to museums and iconic buildings, such as the art nouveau Palacio de Bellas Artes and the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Address:
Plaza de la Constitución S/N