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Mexicans are known for their sense of tradition as well as for their high spirits, their graciousness and their love for parties. It is one of the Latin American countries that best shows its face to the four corners of the earth with both its indigenous roots and its sense of modern life. Young people prepare themselves day after day to face the demands of the marketplace. The influence of the United States is evident in the language and the standards and quality of life. At the same time Mexicans are justly proud of their music and their food (tacos, enchiladas, burritos, margaritas, and...tequila for sure!)

Climate: The climate of Mexico varies according to the topography. It is hot and humid all along the coasts (Atlantic and Pacific); hot and dry in the interior. Its climate can be defined as tropical, with temperatures between 18 and 29 degrees centigrade.

Distances:
Mexico City–Guadalajara 580 kms
Mexico City–Acapulco 411 kms
Mexico City–León 433 kms
Mexico City–Mérida 1,458 kms
Mexico City–Puebla 125 kms
Mexico City–Tijuana 2,280 kms
Mexico City–Veracruz 433 kms
For more information on distances, consult www.trace-sc.com/distance.htm

Currency: Mexican peso
Equivalents (May 1, 2001)
1 Mexican peso=$.10/€.12

Telephone country code: 52
Some city codes: Mexico City (5), Acapulco (74) Guadalajara (3), Monterrey (83), Tijuana (66)