Spanish, 67 indigenous languages
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Three time zones: Eastern, Central and Pacific
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1 January: New Year
1st Monday of February: Constitution Day
3rd Monday of November: Birth of Benito Juárez
March / April: Holy Week
1 May: International Workers' Day
5 May: Cinco de Mayo (The Day of the Battle of Puebla)
16 September: Independence Day
1 November: Day of the Dead
3rd Monday of November: Revolution Day
12 December: Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe
25 December: Christmas
Most of the capital's tourist attractions are concentrated in the historic centre: Plaza de la Constitución, the imposing Metropolitana Cathedral, the National Palace and the Templo Mayor archaeological area; plus a large number of museums housed in colonial homes.
Don't miss the Zona Rosa for its nightlife or the cultural atmosphere of the bohemian Condesa, Roma, Coyoacan and San Angel colonies, with their cosy cafes, historic squares, the best bookstores in the city, typical markets and interesting museums.