Mexico City is the capital of Mexico and was originally built by the Aztecs. It has a unique history and culture reflecting the influence of the Aztecs, Spanish colonizers, and modern Mexico. Some of the top attractions to visit include the Plaza of Three Cultures, Teotihuacan archaeological site, University of Mexico City, Frida Kahlo Museum, murals by Diego Rivera, and the historic center including the Zocalo square, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Presidential Palace.

1. Mexico City, Distrito Federal

2. Mexico City, Distrito Federal A We bQuest about Mexi co City For Grades 6/7

8. Plaza de las tres culturas

12. View of the Avenue of the Dead and the Pyramid of the Sun, from Pyramid of the Moon (Pyramide de la Luna)

13. Pyramid of the Sun

16. The Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (National Autonomous University of Mexico)

21. Works of Frida Kahlo Painted in 1939 at the time of her divorce from Diego, The Two Fridas is believed to be an expression of Frida's feelings at the time. This double self-portrait was the first large-scale work painted by Frida.

22. Works of Diego Rivera One of the murals by Diego Rivera in Mexico City's Presidential Palace.

23. El Zócalo

25. Metropolitan Cathedral

28. Presidential Palace

29. Mexico’s President Felipe Calderón

33. The Seal of the Government The eagle and the snake are found on the Mexican flag, on the peso coins and is the symbol Of the Presidency.

36. Xochimilco Gardens

37. Xochimilco Gardens

40. Castillo de Chapultepcec

41. Watch a slide show (with sound) about Mexico City – click on the picture