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Ten Interesting Things You Should Know About Mexico

March 1, 2019

Home to 9 of 11 different types of ecosystems, Mexico is the world's 4th most ecologically diverse country.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico - Virtually worldwide, Mexico is known as the land of delicious Mexican food, culture, Mariachi music, and tequila. However, there are so many aspects to the country that many people aren't familiar with. Even for those who live in Mexico, or own a home in Mexico, some of the following facts actually come as a surprise.

1. The origin of the name Mexico is derived from the indigenous Náhuatl language, meaning "in the bellybutton of the moon."

2. Mexico's population is approximately 119,713,200 – with more than half of the population being women.

3. Mexico places 4th in terms of the country with the most ecological diversity, and is home to 9 of the 11 different types of ecosystems.

4. Mexico is home to 17 million hectares of protected land.

5. Mexico exports the largest quantities of avocados, tomatoes, papaya, mango, beer, and tequila. Plus, it is one of the major coffee distributors of the world as well.

6. Mexico City is the city with the most museums per capita in the entire world.

7. Mexican cuisine is one of the top favorite foods on an international level, and is actually considered a Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

8. We were the first flat screen exporter in the world.

9. According to the "Happy Planet Index," Mexico is the 2nd happiest country in the world. (Last updated in 2016.)

10. If you come to visit, we guarantee you're going to end wanting to live here!

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