Mexico State is a state in Mexico, and one of Mexico’s thirty-two federal entities. It is the most populous state in Mexico and the most densely populated state. The state is divided into one-hundred and twenty-five municipalities, and it is the home of Mexico City, which is the largest metropolitan area in Mexico State, and the most visited by tourists. The state was once held in the territory of the Aztec Empire and then fell under Spanish colonial rule. After its independence, Mexico City became the capital of Mexico. Mexico State is a very historic and interesting region to visit, and one all travelers should visit at least once. It can be very unstable, however, so you should research whether or not it is safe at that time to visit Mexico State, or if there are political and social turmoil and conflict.

Here are a few awesome and surprising things Mexico State can offer you!

Medical Tourism

Medical tourism has become one of the most lucrative industries in Mexico. Medical tourism allows middle or lower-class patients to receive treatment upper-class people could expect to see in their doctor’s surgeries back at home. Medical tourism is a fantastic way to see Mexico and improve your health. Whether you go for a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass; go to Mexico State. Mexico State offers the most diverse healthcare in all of Mexico, and other than Tijuana is the most visited area in Mexico for this. When traveling for medical tourism, it is essential that you find the best-reviewed, most experienced, and most visited hospitals and clinics. Going to unscrupulous clinics can be very dangerous and is certainly not something that you should ever do. Medical tourism is very safe, providing you excerpt common sense and do not travel to dangerous places.

Sinking City

If you want to visit a real-life Atlantis, then get on down to Mexico City. Mexico City is actually sinking! Every single year, it is predicted that Mexico City loses about ten inches. While it is unlikely that Mexico City will sink to the depths of the ocean, it is still a fascinating prospect, and while it may be imperceptible now, many years from now it will not be. If you want to go and visit a real-life sinking city – then visit Mexico City! Mexico City is a fun, lively, and vibrant place and one you should definitely check out!

January 6th

If you want to have two Christmases this year – visit Mexico City! Mexican children do not receive gifts on Christmas, and rather, they receive their gifts on January 6th, the supposed date that the Three Wise Men arrived to give gifts to Jesus Christ. Rather than getting gifts on the purported day of His birth, children are given gifts on the day that He received the gifts! If you want to monopolize on this and leave with a sack full of presents, then visit Mexico City on January 6th of every single year. Who can find fault in two Christmases?

The World’s Largest Tamale

If you thought European or American portions were large when it comes to food, you need to think again. In Mexico State, on the holiday of Xantolo, or the Feast of All Saints, the ‘el zacahuil’ is prepared. It is a massive, three-foot-long, one-hundred- and fifty-pound tamale! The tamale can feed over seventy people, so don’t try to eat it alone or you may get some funny looks! It is stuffed with turkey, pork, seasoned with chili and spices, and served on grilled banana leaves with pickled jalapeno peppers.

Bugs for Dinner?

In Mexico State, there is an abundance of markets that offer bugs, insects, and creepy crawlies for sale, all to eat. In many countries and regions across the world, insects are a delicacy. You can find spiders, grasshoppers, beetles, and scorpions. All of them can be quite tasty, and to the adventurous food connoisseur, they must be tried. It may seem a disgusting concept to somebody who is westernized, but you are missing out! Insects can provide an abundance of nutrients and can be absolutely delicious. Rather than turning your nose up at it, give it a try!

 

LGBT-Friendly

Mexico State, with Mexico City specifically, are some of the most LGBT-friendly places in all of Mexico. Same-sex marriage is widely accepted, and while the country has ties to the Roman Catholic Church and is known for being quite conservative, it is commonly and openly accepted and is an LGBT-friendly holiday destination you should definitely visit.

Now, with the help of this page, you know some of the many, awesome things that Mexico State can offer you. Mexico State is one of the safer destinations in Mexico, with Mexico City, its largest metro area, having a crime-rate similar to New York City.