Mexico City

Mexico City holidays

Despite its urban woes, the nation’s capital should not be overlooked. It is a city of epic proportions and has an estimated population of 19 million. On the negative side, several million cars are rammed into the capital, releasing tons of contamination into the air each year. At 2,250 metres above sea level, the city is surrounded by volcanic mountains that trap the pollution. In an effort to curb this problem, many vehicles are banned from using the roads one day a week.

Nonetheless, Mexico City boasts a fascinating mixture of interesting museums, excellent restaurants, delightful squares, lively music, street vendors, serene parks and vibrant street life. The historic heart of the city is the enormous Zócalo square - which is one of the largest squares in the world. It is surrounded by the presidential palace, cathedral and the excavated site of the main temple of the Aztec city Tenochtitlan founded on Lake Texcoco.