Mexico
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Angel of Independence
Landmark in Center of Mexico City
Mexico City
Skyline
Beach
Maybe you'd prefer a resort?
Mexico Now
It all started with the Olmecs, they were known for there huge, stone heads. Some are still preserved and kept in Museums, etc. Then the Mayans took place. They lived in the Yucatan Peninsula. They are known for many reasons, but one of the coolest parts about them is that they created an accurate calendar. But, of course they are gone now. Soon after the Mayan population was gone, the Toltecs or "Master Builders" moved in. They were known for all of their buildings that created advances in time. But, again the Toltecs are gone now. Now, the Aztecs are in the picture. They were one of the strongest civilizations in ancient Mexico. That was before the Spaniards and Conquistadors, anyways. At first the Aztecs thought Cortes was a god, Quetzalcoatl, and that was why he was let in easily. But little did the Aztecs know, he would ruin their whole civilization.
Mexico Now
Today Mexico government is a democratic government, but it isn't like the United States where different parties compete for power. The same political party has controlled the government for 71 years. This ended in 2000 when the Mexicans elected a new president that represented a different party. Today, Mexico's government has a lot less control over the economy, but Mexico is still considered a developing country due to its economy. This country has struggled with inflation for years. The three main parts of Mexico's economy are Agriculture, Industry, and Tourism. Agriculture, believe it or not is really hurting the land of Mexico because farmers are practicing what is called "slash-and-burn agriculture." This means that farmers are burning forest so they can make money buy planting crops. The oil industry is a humongous part of Mexico's economy. Because Mexico has so much oil, they are able to make a lot of money, and sell a lot of it to the US. Tourism! What you are looking into... (Well, you better be!) Many tourists (like you) go to visit ancient cities where the Mayas and Aztecs once lived. You can see old temples and what "once was". Or, like many other people you might just want to go to Cancun, and relax. Somewhere you might find interesting is Mexico City. It is home to nearly 19 million people! Mexico City is the capital of Mexico and also the second-largest city.