Fascinating Facts About Mexico City

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DID YOU KNOW...The First United Nations Women´s Conference
Mexico City, also known as Federal District, is thewas held in 1975 in Mexico City. More than 100
largest metropolis in Latin America. About 20 per centcountries were represented at the United Nations
of the country`s people live in this wonderful city , oneConference.
of the most important places in the Third World. It is aOctavio Paz Lozano was one of the foremost Latin
multicultural city known for its hospitality.American writes of the 20th century. He took
This beautiful metropolis is the major city in Latindirections from Juan Ramón Jiménez
America and one of country`s main cultural centers.and Antonio Machado, and other literary artists. He
Mexico City`s location, quality galleries, restaurants,was born on March 31, 1914, in Mexico City.
parks, cafes, churches and beautiful avenues make itThe Plaza Mexico is considered one of the most
a good starting point for trips to many of the Mexico`sbeautiful and oldest bullfings in the world. Famous
tourist sites. In addition to tourism, a growing number ofmatadors such as Juan Belmonte and Manolete have
foreign visitors are coming to Mexico City forperformed in this arena.
international meetings and conventions. The NationalThe Mexican capital has hosted two World Cup finals
Auditorium, opened in 1952, is one of the best such(1970 and 1986).
facilities in the world.Rafael Osuna Herrera, also best known as
The Federal District hosted the Miss Universe"Pelón", was one of the greatest tennis players
2007.This was the second time this place hosted thein the 1960s. He was in the Federal District. Rafael won
event having done so in 1993. Miss Japan, Riyo Mori,a gold medal in men`s tennis singles at the Central
was crowned Miss Universe 2007. The judges wereAmerican and Caribbean Games in 1966.
David Michael Navarro (American singer), DayanaraThe Metropolitan Cathedral houses spectacular murals.
Torres (former Miss Puerto Rico and Miss Universe),It was built in the 16th century.
Nina García (Colombian journalist), MarcIn this Latin American city each village has its own saint
Bouwer (South African fashion designer),or virgin. The Guadalupe Shire is a religious sanctuary
Michelle Kwan (Chinese-American athlete), Jamesdedicated to the Virgin Mary. The Virgin of Guadalupe,
Kyson Lee (Korean-American actor), Lindsay Clubinealso known as Our Lady of Guadalupe, has millions of
(American super-model), Antonio "Tony" Ramiro Romodevotees in Mexico and other parts of the world.
(American football player), Mauricio Islas (MexicanCristian Saenz Castro is one of the most loved and
actor) and Christiane Martell (former Miss France andadmired singers in Latin America. He has produced
Miss Universe). The two-hour NBC telecast drew anseveral albums and stage shows and continues to
estimated worldwide viewing audience of more than 1give successful concert tours in the United States,
billion in over 170 nations and territories. Paula Shugart,Spain and other countries. He was born and grew up
president of Miss Universe Organization, said: "Mexicoin the Federal District.
last hosted the competition in 1993 and we are excitedThis place hosted the 1968 Olympic Games. For the
to be back for the 2007 show. Mexico offers anfirst time, the Summer Olympics were held in a Third
abundant supply of breathtaking locations and theWorld country. It was chosen as hosts by International
warmth of the Mexican people will resonateOlympic Committee (IOC) in 1963. There were
throughout the world as we showcase the country".approximately 5,530 athletes from a record 112
Julia Carabias Lillo received the 2001 World Wildlifecountries participating in these Games. It was
Prize for her significant contributions to world ecology.inaugurated by president Gustavo Díaz Ordaz.