North America

Mexico

Mexico is a country in North America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.

Flag of Mexico

Quick Facts

Capital
Mexico City
Continent
North America
Region
North America
Population
130.6 million
Area
1,964,375 km²
Currency
Mexican peso (MXN)
Official language
Spanish
Calling code
+52
Internet TLD
.mx
Time zone
UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00
Mexico map preview: 23.00, -102.00

Geography

Mexico is in North America, North America. Its listed coordinates are 23, -102; it has Belize, Guatemala, United States.

Neighboring countries: Belize, Guatemala, United States

People and Culture

Mexico uses Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.

Food: Food culture in Mexico varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.

Short History

Mexico is recorded with the official name United Mexican States. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.

Famous Places and Travel Facts

FAQs about Mexico

What is the capital of Mexico?

The capital of Mexico is Mexico City.

What continent is Mexico in?

Mexico is in North America.

What currency does Mexico use?

Mexico uses the Mexican peso.

What language is spoken in Mexico?

Spanish is listed for Mexico in this database.

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