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Essay / Migration to Mexico City - 539
This essay will address the issue of migration to Mexico City. First, here is some information about one of the largest megacities in the world. Mexico City is the oldest city in North America and one of the largest cities in the world. The main language in Mexico City is Spanish. Mexico City was founded in 1325 by the Aztec Indians. Mexico City – the oldest capital in the Western Hemisphere and also known as the “City of Palaces” because of its cathedral, old government buildings and chantries. In this essay, we will analyze and present the pull and push factors of migration to Mexico City. The first argument in favor of migrating to Mexico City is that people favor the cost of living in Mexico City. The cost of living in Mexico City is generally lower than in other countries, such as Kazakhstan and the United States. For example, food in Mexico City is 20% cheaper than in Astana. Additionally, housing in Mexico City is 11 times cheaper than in Astana, and clothing in Mexico City costs 48% less than in Astana. Additionally, transportation in Mexico City is 22% cheaper than in Mexico....