Mexico
Mexico is a country in North America. Its capital is Mexico City, and it shares land borders with 3 countries.
- Capital
- Mexico City
- Region
- North America
- Area
- 1,958,187 km² Number 12 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 3 countries
What is the capital of Mexico?
The capital of Mexico is Mexico City.
Which countries border Mexico?
Mexico shares land borders with 3 countries: Belize, Guatemala and United States.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Mexico City |
|---|---|---|
 Guatemala | Guatemala City | 1,060 km (659 mi) |
 Belize | Belmopan | 1,121 km (696 mi) |
 United States | Washington, D.C. | 3,032 km (1,884 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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