Country Profile

MÉXICO   Mexico City (in Spanish: Ciudad de México, D.F. or simply México) is the capital city of Mexico. The oldest city in the Americas, visitors will enjoy the ancient and modern wonders of the most important economic, industrial and cultural centre in the country. the city is located in a highland valley at about 2,240 meters (7,392 feet) above sea level. It has some of the best weather in the world with an average temperature of 22º C (72º F). Mexico's most populated city, the Federal District (D.F.) had 8,720,916 inhabitants in 2005, while the State of México has a population of around 12,000,000 inhabitants, Mexico City is without doubt one of the most vibrant cities in Latin America.           CHIAPAS To attempt to describe the many attractions that Chiapas has to offer would be impossible. With a territorial extension of 73,211 sq. km. and a population of over 3 million inhabitants, Chiapas is Mexico's 8th largest State. It is also one of Mexico's most diverse states both culturally and ethnically and also boasts many varieties of fauna and flora. Climate is tropical with an average temperature of 20º C.           QUINTANA ROO The state of Quintana Roo covers an area of 50,351 sq. km. (19,440.6 sq. mi.), and the 2005 census reported a population of 1,135,309 inhabitants. Located on the eastern side of the Yucatan Peninsula, this state offers the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, top tourist resorts, white sandy beaches ald Ecological Reserves that are stand alone experience and ancient Mayan ruins. From Cancun, you can visit the island of Cozumel and Isla Mujeres, the towns of Bacalar, Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos. The average temperatures don't drop below 20º C (68º F) and rarely exceed 35º C (95º F). With 253 days of sunshine, Quintana Roo is a holiday favorite all year round.           TABASCO Known as the Mexican Eden, this is Mexico's greenest state with some of the countries most beautiful and unspoilt landscapes, fertile rivers and exotic jungle. This state has 1,986,969 inhabitants and is spread over 24,578 sq. km.