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1. What are the Geographic features of MEXICO? How could it strengthen the country's tourism industry? 2. How would you differentiate the customs of MEXICO from the Philippine customs? 3. Cite 5 Attractions in MEXICO that would feature the country's culture and traditions, explain why. 4. What is the dominant religion in MEXICO, and how did it affect their culture? 5. Cite Major 5 Cities in MEXICO, then answer the questions below. 5.1 What are these 5 Major Cities? 5.2 What is their IATA Codes? 5.3 What is the most visited tourist attraction in each City (provide statistics and validation). 1. Mexico’s geographical features range from swamp to desert, and from tropical lowland jungle to high alpine vegetation. Mexico is a land of extremes, with high mountains and deep canyons in the center of the country, sweeping deserts in the north, and dense rain forests in the south and east. Mexico is a very popular holiday destination due to its great weather and variety when it comes to tourism activities. Tourists can visit beautiful beaches for sunbathing and swimming, visit high mountain ranges for trekking, and explore jungles for spotting wildlife. 2. Mexicans and Filipinos share a few similar customs such as family being one of the most important elements in society, a coming-of- age party to celebrate womanhood (quinceañera and debut), and the concept of inclusiveness and family rooted from Catholic values. Mexicans have their own unique customs such as their belief in making offerings to the souls of their ancestors during the day of the dead. Philippines and Mexico may have similar customs due to the fact that both countries were under Spanish rule at some point and have adapted many practices and traditions from Spain. 3. Chichén Itzá This attraction features feature the country's culture and traditions because it is an exclusive archaeologic site that educated visitors about facts and history of ancient civilization. With origins dating back to the 6th century, this unique archaeological complex, made up of beautiful stepped pyramids, massive temples and magnificent stone structures, is considered the biggest of the ancient Mayan cities located in Mexico, and easily the most prominent among all. While the pyramid was dedicated to the feathered serpent god, it was primarily built to help the Mayans in their continuous astronomical endeavors. It actually acts as a physical calendar, one that perfectly aligns with the sun.

Palacio de Bellas Artese Regarded as one of the most important artistic and cultural museums in the country, this attraction is famous worldwide. It is renowned for Diego Rivera’s murals and the Palacio de Bellas Artes concert. Ciudadela Crafts Market This famous market is full of cultural and traditional offerings from crafts made throughout the country. This is a great place to explore other regions’ culture. Tourists can expect to find stunning examples of Talavera tiles, handmade guitars, rugs, and sombreros. Museum of Modern Art The Museum of Modern Art is one that should certainly be on your itinerary if you are interested in art and culture. In the museum you can expect to see works by such renowned artists as Frida Kahlo and Remedios Varo. Xochimilco This UNESCO World Heritage Site embraces Mexican styles of art and exhibits a Mexican cultural tradition. It is famous for its canals and ‘floating gardens.’ The canal system is a major tourist attraction, but it hints at the city’s Pre-Columbian past. Visitors come to take rides on barges known as trajineras, similar to gondolas but brightly painted in Mexican styles. 4. Roman Catholicism is the dominant faith and deeply culturally pervasive. It is estimated over 80% of the population identifies as Catholic. Many Mexicans see Catholicism as part of their identity, passed on through the family and nation like cultural heritage. Much of Mexican culture revolves around religious values and the church, as well as the concept of family and inclusiveness. There are multiple customs that Mexicans follow in daily life to pay respect. For instance, many Mexicans draw a cross with their hand whenever they pass in front of a church or altar. For the typical Mexican, life is marked by seminal Catholic moments, such as baptism, first communion, confirmation, marriage and extreme unction. 5. Major Cities Mexico City Population: 9,209,944 IATA: MEX Gateway: Mexico City International Airport Geography: Mexico City is located on the high south-central Mexico plateau of Anáhuac in the Valley of Mexico at nearly 7,400 feet in elevation. The valley is part of the Trans-

Mexican Volcanic Belt. A megalopolis of well over 20 million people, the city spreads over 570 square miles. Tourist Arrival: 8.6 million tourists (2016) Guadalajara City Population: 1,385,629 (2020 Census) IATA: GDL Gateway: Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport Geography: Guadalajara city, capital of Jalisco estado (state), west-central Mexico. It lies approximately in the center of the state, in the Atemajac Valley near the Río Grande de Santiago, at an elevation of about 5,100 feet (1,550 meters). Tourist Arrival: 14,823,592 (2019). Tijuana Population: 1,810,645 IATA: TIJ Gateway: General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport Geography: Tijuana City, northwestern Baja California estado (state), northwestern Mexico. The city lies along the Tecate River near the Pacific Ocean and is 12 miles (19 km) south of San Diego, California, U.S. Tourist Arrival: 6,310,798 (2020) Iztapalapa Population: 1,815,786 IATA: MEX Gateway: Mexico City International Airport Geography: Iztapalapa, also spelled Ixtapalapa, delegación (administrative subdivision), northeastern Federal District, central Mexico. It is situated at 7,480 feet (2,280 metres) above sea level in the Valley of Mexico. It was formerly a city built on the site of an important preColumbian town. Overlooking the area is Mount Estrella, where Aztecs kindled a sacred fire to initiate each cycle of their calendar Tourist Arrival: 3.5 million (2020) Merida City Population: 890,000 IATA: MID Gateway: Merida International Airport Geography: Mérida, city, capital of Yucatán estado (state), southeastern Mexico. It lies near the northwestern tip of the Yucatán Peninsula, about 20 miles (30 km) south of Progreso, its port on the Gulf of Mexico. In 1542 Francisco de Montejo gave the name Mérida to the captured Mayan city T'ho (Tihoo). Tourist Arrival: 3.2 million (2020 Sources:

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