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It is said that the history of Mexico begins as much as 30,000 years ago. During the last ice age nomadic tribes of hunter-gatherers from Asia first crossed the Bering Strait and entered the Western Hemisphere. Following the seasonal supply of wild grains and game, they eventually migrated into the region separating North and South America dubbed by archaeologists as Mesoamerica. With its diverse geography and extraordinary natural abundance, this land gave rise to the development of early civilizations unique in the world. |
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Things to do - Discover the fascinating natural attractions and activities on offer within a few hours' travel out of the city - Ice skating at the Pista de Hielo San Jer_nimo near the Ciudad Universitaria - Visit the Centro Hist_rico (Historic Center), which brims with fine colonial buildings and historic sites - Visit Xochimilco ('Place where Flowers Grow') in N_huatl, about 20km (12mi) south of downtown Mexico City- it is known for its canals - Golf - some of the best golf courses in the country can be found in different areas of Mexico City - Hiking & Climbing in the Iztacchihuatl and Popocatepetl volcanoes Horseback Riding in the nearby mountains |
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| Places to visit - Museo Nacional de Antropologia - Zocalo, one of the largest public plazas in the world - Templo Mayor - Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana) - Frida Kahlo Museum (Museo Frida Kahlo) - Chapultepec Park - Museo Dolores Olmedo Patino - Museo de Leon Trotsky - National Palace (Palacio Nacional) - Diego Rivera Studio Museum - Museo Nacional de la Historia Natural - Museo Anahuacalli - Papalote (El), Museo del Nino - Monumento a los Heroes de la Independencia Plaza de las Tres Culturas, the remains of Tlatelolco, an old Aztec city |
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| Useful telephones Tourist Assistance: 01 (800) 903-9200 Police: 060 & 080 (Emergencies, traffic, fire etc.) Ambulance: 5557-5757 (Red Cross) Federal Highway Police: 5684-2142 Red Cross: 5557-5757 Hospital ABC: 5230-8000 Mexico City International Airport: 05 571 333600 |
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