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Feb 6, 2024 · Learn about Mexico's history, culture, geography, and more with these fun facts. Discover the oldest university in North America, the meaning of the Mexican flag, and the rare Volcano Rabbit.
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- Mexico’s name is not Mexico! Since 1824, when Mexico’s government ratified its first-ever constitution, the official name of the country has been “The United Mexican States”.
- Mexico had a nickname. Under the rule of Spain, central and southern Mexico was known as “New Spain”.
- The national symbol of Mexico (coat of arms) is a golden eagle standing on a nopal (cactus) holding a snake in its beak.
- Birth control pills were invented in Mexico. Luis Ernesto Miramontes Cardenas, a 25-year-old Mexican chemist came up with the progestin norethisterone used in one of the first three oral contraceptives.
- The word “Mexico” is a derivative of Mexica (pronounced “Me-shee-ka”).
- What today is Mexico City was the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan.
- Mexico was a site of several advanced Amerindian civilizations – including the Olmec, Toltec, Teotihuacan, Zapotec, Maya, and Aztec.
- The Mayans and Aztecs (nomadic people indigenous to Mexico: existed between 12th and 15th century) resided in Mexico some 13,000 years ago.
- The name ‘Mexico’ comes from Mexica. Mexica was one of powerful tribes of Central Mexico that first established city called Tenochtitlan on marshy island on Lake Texcoco, during 1325 AD.
- Mexico is home to more Spanish speakers than any other country in the world. About 60% of Mexicans speak Spanish as their first language. That means there are over 67 million people in Mexico who speak Spanish, making up half of the world’s Spanish-speaking population.
- Mexico was partly responsible for the creation of the USA. An interesting historical fact: Mexico fought for its independence during 1810-1821 against Spain, partially inspiring US President Thomas Jefferson to create an independent republic in North America after seeing Mexican’s successful war of independence.
- The Mexican independence day is celebrated in fervor each year. Mexicans celebrate their independence on September 16th every year since 1810 when Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla gave his famous “Grito de Dolores” or “Cry of Dolores” speech on the steps of the town’s church and declared Mexico’s independence from Spain.
- Its Name Is Not What You Think. One of the first fun facts about Mexico is that its name is not really Mexico. Mexico’s official name is the United Mexican States aka Estados Unidos Mexicanos.
- Mexico Is More Than a Beach Destination. Travelers tend to make their way out to Mexico for a vacation on the beach. Yet, the country is much more than a beach destination.
- Home to the World’s Smallest Volcano. Outside of Puebla, you’ll find the smallest volcano in the world, Cuexcomate Volcano. The volcano is only 13 meters 43 feet tall and its diameter at the base is about 23 meters (75 feet).
- There’s a Volcano Rabit in Mexico. This is one of the coolest Mexico facts because it means Mexico is home to a rare rabbit that lives near volcanoes called the volcano rabbit.
Mar 5, 2024 · Learn about Mexico's history, culture, geography, and more from a blogger who has lived and traveled in the country for 7 years. Discover facts about Mayan ruins, chocolate, pastries, wars, and more.
Feb 17, 2024 · Learn about Mexico's history, culture, language, food, and more from this list of 40 fun facts. Discover the world's largest pyramid, the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs, and the oldest city in North America.
