Mexico
Mexico, located in North and Central America, is a vibrant and diverse country, famous for its rich cultural heritage, delicious cuisine and fascinating archaeological sites. The capital, Mexico City, is a bustling megalopolis that harmoniously blends the ancient with the modern. It is home to architectural treasures such as the National Palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral, as well as renowned museums such as the National Museum of Anthropology. Mexico is renowned for its archaeological sites, witness to the fascinating history of pre-Columbian civilizations. The ruins of Teotihuacan, with their famous Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, and Chichen Itza, an ancient wonder of the world, are among the most visited sites.
Capital
Mexico City
Spoken Languages
Spanish - Nahuatl - Maya
Currency
Peso Mexicain
1 $ = 0,052 €
International Calling Code
+ 52
Currency
Retrouvez la communauté mexicaine d'emlyon et tous ses ambassadeurs qui l'animent :
Visa
French nationals are not required to have a short-stay visa to enter Mexico on a tourist trip, which may not exceed 180 days. No paid or unpaid work is permitted during the tourist stay. Offenders risk immediate expulsion from the country, often accompanied by a residence ban of up to two years.
Tourists must be able to present their original passport and migration form at any time and anywhere on Mexican territory, in the event of a check by the competent Mexican authorities.
Miss Steps
Always carry your documents with you, as police checks are fairly frequent. Be polite and calm to avoid your mordida (bribe given to the Mexican police) going up in price.
The pint of beer costs
2,10€
65% cheaper than in France
The cost of life is
35%
cheaper than in France
-47%
- 67%
-47%
The McDonald Menu costs
6,20€
38% cheaper than in France
Local Expressions
Un chingo
A lot
A huevo
Of course
Chavo
Dude / Guy
For those that love nature : Cénotes, Copper Canyon, Lake Chapala
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For a good meal : Pujol - El Cardenal
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If you are missing the EMOTR : Mama Rumba - La Santa
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For a drink : RDV à La Condesa !
Places to visit in Mexico
Culinary Specialties
The Taco
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Quesadilla
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Tamales
An anecdote
Always make sure you are taking a real taxi
A must-have
A bathing suit
Attention
If you dislike the heat than you will not like this country
Transportation
Bus: this is the only real means of land transport between Mexico's cities.
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Here are the main companies: ADO (Autobuses de Oriente), Autovías, Estrella Blanca, Estrella Roja, ETN-Turistar Lujo, Omnibus de México, Primera Plus
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Colectivo, micros, peseros, combis and camiones: minibuses or minivans serving a fixed route; in the city, they travel from one town to another.
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Cab: the most practical and economical means of transport
Youth hostels, or hostales, are privately owned and can be found just about everywhere.
Hotels
Campsites
If you're looking for a cheap way to sleep in Mexico, you can also opt to buy a hammock, which you can hang in some campamentos, especially on the coast or in the Yucatan.
For an apartment rents, they generally hover around 6,000 to 10,000 pesos a month (between US$350 and US$500).
Useful sites :
Airbnb , Craiglist Mexico , Metros Cubicos , Zonaprop , Trovit
Housing
Vaccin : Heppatitus A and Thyroid Fever
Opening a Bank account