Mexico
United Mexican States
People: Mexican
Mexico is Latin America's second-largest economy, known for ancient Maya and Aztec sites, its cuisine and Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. Mexico is located in North America and has a population of around 130.6 million. Its capital city is Mexico City, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
Mexico — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | United Mexican States |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Mexico City |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | North America |
| Population | 130,575,786 |
| Area | 1,964,375 km² |
| Currency | Mexican peso (MXN) $ |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +52 |
| Internet TLD | .mx |
| Timezones | UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 911 |
| ISO Code | MX / MEX |
| Borders | Belize, Guatemala, United States |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mexico
What is the capital of Mexico?
The capital of Mexico is Mexico City.
What currency does Mexico use?
Mexico uses the Mexican peso (MXN, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Mexico?
The official language of Mexico is Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Mexico?
The international dialling code for Mexico is +52.
What side of the road does Mexico drive on?
Mexico drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Mexico
Belize
Guatemala
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