Map of the states of mexico in Russian. Map of Mexico in Russian

Acapulco - world famous Mexican resort, which attracts crowds of tourists every year. The mild climate, gorgeous beaches and variety of nightlife are especially attractive for adventure travelers. The port city of Acapulco is the real capital of Mexico's nightlife.

Despite the fact that the resort is accessible all year round, the dry season, which lasts from November to April, is considered to be the most suitable time to stay here.

The city is well developed hotel infrastructure, local hotels and hotels are fully consistent with world standards. However, most of the hotels were built in the 50s of the 20th century, it was at that time that the resort of Acapulco gained incredible popularity.

The most beautiful beaches these are: Caleta, Pi de la Cuesta, which is located in the area of ​​the old town. These beaches are perfect for families with children: nothing prevents entry into the water, the beaches are well equipped, and there are practically no storms here. Also, Playa Condeza Beach, located in a wealthy area, is very popular with tourists.

The beaches of Acapulco are sandy, light gray with a yellow tint. The sea is slightly darker than off the coast of the Caribbean Sea, where the water is shaded by the turquoise sky, and the sand is finer and lighter.

Acapulco resort wakes up after dark It is at this time that numerous nightclubs, bars and restaurants begin their work. The whole city begins to live a special nightlife.

Acapulco discos are one of the best in Mexico: world famous DJs play music here, popular bands perform, and light music and fireworks will impress everyone.

All establishments are open until late in the morning. For lovers of a more relaxed pastime, piano bars are open, where they perform excellent instrumental music.

Sights of the republic

Each Mexican city is distinctive and has its own unique history. Those who wish can learn from the locals many interesting stories of the emergence of certain objects of Mexican art, whether they are particles of local culture or architectural monuments.

Capital of mexico- the city of Mexico City, it contains a huge number of various cultural memorials, archaeological parks and museums of antiquity, which are incredibly popular among tourists.

The southeast of the country is occupied by numerous archaeological zones, pyramids and sanctuaries of the Mayan people, cenotes, ancient lakes and unusual caves.

Southwest Is a popular resort of Acapulco, a real paradise for nightlife lovers. There is everything for a fun holiday: nightclubs, casinos, restaurants, bars, discos.

The south of Mexico is the city of Oaxaca, which has preserved picturesque colonial churches and many interesting museums.

Most popular and visited attractions country:

• The ancient city of Teotiukan;
• The National Palace in Mexico City;
• Cathedral;
• Museum of Underwater Sculptures;
• Koba;
• Fort San Diego;
• Monte Alban;
• Church of Santa Domingo;
• Mayan Temple;
• Chichen Itza;
• Palenque;
• Uxmal.

In Mexico, too, there are many natural monuments, the most popular of them are:

• Copper Canyon;
• Chapultepec Park;
• Isla Mojares;
• Cenote Seven mouths;
• Shell-Ha;
• Park Shkaret;
• Rocket Island.

Mexico is a country for a good rest, here you can find something to your liking... The country is replete with interesting places and types of cultural recreation. Gorgeous beaches, countless nightclubs, evergreen parks - all this has made Mexico a real paradise for travelers.

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The United Mexican States, or Mexico, is located in North America. The country owes its name to the Indian god Mexitli.

The state is conveniently located between two oceans: the Pacific Ocean - in the west, the Atlantic - in the east.

Mexico includes islands located nearby, including the Revilla-Jihedo archipelago and about. Guadalupe. A detailed map of Mexico introduces the peculiarities of the geographic location of the country.

Mexico on the world map: geography, nature and climate

Mexico is considered to be a North American country, although its eastern part, including the Yucatan Peninsula, is located in Central America. Its area is 1,972,550 sq. km, this is the 13th place in the world. In the north, the state is adjacent to the United States, partly the border goes along the river. Rio Grande, Mexico's neighbors to the south are Guatemala and Belize.

From north to south, the land of Mexico is crossed by two mountain ranges of the Sierra Madre, which are an extension of the Rocky Mountains. The map of Mexico in Russian shows that the Volcanic Sierra encircles the territory from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico. It consists of active and dormant volcanoes.

The highest mountains: Peak Orizaba, Istaxihuatl, Popocatepetl and Nevado de Toluca - their height reaches 5,000 km. On their tops, the snow does not melt all year round. In the valleys between them there are large urban agglomerations. The California Peninsula is a mountain range about 1 km high, gently sloping down to the sea. Yucatan has a flat relief.

Freshwater bodies are unevenly distributed. Calm and long rivers flow in the east and south of the country, the north and west provide fresh water to the rapid mountain streams. The Rio Bravo del Norte is a giant of the Mexican Basin, its length is 2018 km. The Culiacan is the largest river in the Pacific basin, its length is 875 km. There are 150 rivers in total. Only a few rivers are suitable for navigation.

On the rivers of Mexico there are 50 power plants, only on Grijalva there are 4 of them. Mexico is distinguished by a large number of small lakes. The largest of them is the lake. Chapala with an area of ​​1100 sq. km is located on the border of the states of Michoacan and Jalisco. It is famous as a place where migratory birds spend the winter. Sixty small lakes make up the Montebello Park.

The forest covers about 29% of the territory. The largest forests are found in the tropical zone and in the mountains. Coniferous and mixed forests prevail. The northern part is a desert where cacti, agave, acacia, mimosa, rubber plants grow. Alpine meadows are located in mountainous areas closer to the peaks.

The fauna of Mexico is diverse. The northern regions are inhabited by bears, wolves, lynxes and other forest animals. Deserts and steppes are inhabited by representatives of felines, hares, pronghorns, wild boars, and turtles. Monkeys, jaguars, anteaters, possums, iguanas live in the tropics. Among birds, hummingbirds, parrots, toucans are common.

Mexico on the world map is located in the zone of two climatic zones. Mexico has a tropical and subtropical climate. The sun almost always shines here. Dry and cool weather prevails in the north. In autumn and winter, the average temperature is 12 0 C, during the warm period - 25 0 C. In the rest of Mexico, the weather is humid and hot. In autumn and winter, the average temperature is 23 0 C, in spring and summer - 35 0 C. The daytime temperature in Mexico is in sharp contrast to the nighttime temperature in most of the territory. The most comfortable temperature is in the central part of the country.

Map of Mexico with cities. Administrative division of the country

Mexico has 31 states and 1 federal district. The states are subdivided into municipalities. The area of ​​the state is 1,972,550 sq. km. The political map of Mexico with cities in Russian gives an idea of ​​the location of the states and municipalities. The country has a large number of cities, of which 20 with a population of more than 500 thousand.

Mexico City

The capital of Mexico, Mexico City, forms the Federal District, which consists of 16 districts. In the 16th century. here was the ancient city of the Aztecs Tenochtitlan. The city is located in the Mexican Highlands. Mountains surround it on all sides. The area is characterized by seismic activity: small tremors are felt constantly. A major earthquake last occurred in 1985. Dust storms often occur in the city. The weather corresponds to the subtropical climate. The average temperature in January is +12 0 С, in July - +17 0 С.

Ecatepec de Morelos

Ecatepec de Morelos, a city in the state of Mexico City, is located 10 km from the capital. The name is translated from the Indian as a windy hill. The average annual temperature does not fall below +14 0 C. Ekatepec has a well-developed transport system. Population - 1,658,806 inhabitants.

Tijuana

The municipal administrative center of Tijuana is located in the northwest of the country. It is the largest city in the state of Baja California, bordered by San Diego (USA). You can easily go from one country to another on foot. The Mexican port of Ensenada is an hour's drive away. The average annual temperature in Tijuana is +17 0 C. The level of precipitation is 214 mm per year, and most of it falls in winter.

Mexico is a state that occupies the southern region of North America with a total area of ​​1,972,550 km². In terms of territory, it is included in the world's 20 major countries, ranking thirteenth in the ranking. The state also includes a number of islands, occupying an island area of ​​about 6 thousand square kilometers, located in the Caribbean Sea, the Gulfs of Mexico and California, as well as the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Countries bordering Mexico: USA - from the north, Guatemala and Belize - from the southeast. The coast of the country from the western side with the Gulf of California cutting into the depths is washed by the Pacific waters, and from the eastern side - by the waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, forming a coastline with a length of more than 9 thousand km.

The longest river is the Rio Grande, which forms its headwaters in the US state of Colorado and carries water to the Gulf of Mexico, naturally defining the border separating the United States and Mexico. The largest among the lakes is the freshwater lake Chapala.

The predominant part of the country's relief is mountainous with a fairly high degree of volcanic activity. Among the mountain peaks, the highest point is located - the peak of Orizaba, which rises to almost 5700 meters. Basically, most of the territory is covered by the ridges of the Mexican Highlands and the active volcanoes of the Transverse Volcanic Sierra and Sierra Madre.
The north of the country has a subtropical climate, while the southern part is tropical.

Detailed map of Mexico in Russian. To increase the size of the map, just click on it.

Mexican United States Is a state located in Latin America. The capital is the largest city in Mexico City. It is the center of the country's economy, politics, culture and industry.

Geographical position of Mexico in the world

Where is Mexico on the world map? This state is located in the south of the mainland in North America. Guatemala and Belize are located nearby in the southeast, and the United States of America in the north. Mexico is washed from different sides by the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and two gulfs - Mexican and California.

The largest cities of the state:

• Mexico City,
• Monterrey,
• Merida,
• Pueblo,
• Guadalajara.

There are 31 states in Mexico.

The country has many popular resorts and attractions.

Capital Mexico City

The capital of the state of Mexico City is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world, with a population of about 9 million. It is built on a flat surface and surrounded by high mountains.

El Zocalo square

In the center of the capital is the famous El Zocalo square ... The ancient buildings of the Aztec city have been preserved here.

Square of Three Cultures

Alameda park
Palacio de Bella Art

A must see when in Mexico City Square of Three Cultures , which is located in the very center of the city. There is a rare archaeological zone on it, where sculptures of the ancient Aztec tribe have been preserved. Also worth a visit is the National Palace and the large bullring. In addition, tourists love to stroll through the beautiful Alameda parks and Palacio de Bella Art .

Popular Cancun Resort

Cancun is especially popular with tourists from different countries. The resort is rich in picturesque nature, white beaches, clear blue waters and beautiful female representatives.

Tourists from all over the world love this area not only because of its luxurious beach locations. There are many different leisure options to be found in Cancun. Huge shopping malls serve a large number of tourists and locals on a daily basis. For active recreation, it offers fishing, diving and boarding on the surface of the water. Hotels and beauty centers await travelers for massages, spa treatments and other services.

For lovers of excursions, they offer a walk in the wild jungle. In the evening, tourists can have fun in the nightlife.

Port city of Acapulco

The port city of Acapulco is known throughout the world. This is a popular holiday destination in Mexico, where a huge number of tourist groups from different countries come annually. Travelers are drawn to the wonderful mild climate, delightful beaches and vibrant nightlife. Discos in Acapulco are famous all over the world. Here you can see performances by famous DJs and renowned music bands. Acapulco is rightfully called the night capital of Mexico.

On the territory of the old town you can sunbathe on the beaches Caleta and Pi de la Cuesta... They are ideal for families. It is very popular among travelers and is located in a prestigious area of ​​the city.

Acapulco is always ready for the arrival of tourists. The hotel and restaurant business is well developed here. Local hotels meet international standards and are suitable for the most discerning guests.

What time of year is it better to travel to Mexico?

The drought season is considered to be the best time to travel to Mexico. It runs from November to April. However, the tourist flow does not subside from May to September, when tropical rains and storms hit the country.

Divers prefer to go to Mexico from December to March, and fans of excursions - from December to April.

Mexico is located in the central part of America and has a long border with. Other neighbors of the state - and, the western coast is washed by the Gulf of California of the Pacific Ocean, the eastern one is the Gulf of Mexico of the Caribbean. Although a significant part of Mexico is located in North America, geographically it belongs to the Central part of two continents, and geopolitically is considered a North American territory. On an area of ​​almost 2 million sq. km, including the island part (6,000 sq. km), is home to more than 121 million people, mainly mestizos and Indians.

From north to south, Mexican lands are crossed by two mountain ranges that extend the Rocky Mountains - Sierra Madre East and Sierra Madre West. The Sierra Nevada volcanic belt stretches across the country. Another ridge is located in the south and is also called the Sierra Madre. Such an abundance of mountains determines the elevated location of central Mexico and the north of the country. In the Trans-Mexican volcanic belt, the mountains differ in height, for example, the peak of Orizaba (5,700 m), the famous Popocatepetl (5,462 m), Istaxiual (5,296 m) and Nevado de Toluca (4,577 m). In the valley between them are the three largest cities - the capital of Mexico City, Toluca de Lerdo and Puebla de Zaragoza.

The Mexican tropics and subtropics are quite arid, only in the southern highlands there is more rainfall. There is no heat in the mountains - in summer the air warms up to +15 ° С, and in winter it is cool - +2 ° С. On the southern coast, it is + 20–28 ° С in summer and winter, on the plains it is several degrees warmer.