The site of several advanced Amerindian civilizations - including the Olmec, Toltec, Teotihuacan, Zapotec, Maya, and Aztec - Mexico was conquered and colonized by Spain in the early 16th century. Administered as the Viceroyalty of New Spain for three centuries, it achieved its independence early in the 19th Century.Therefore, Mexico and its culture is the result from the combination of Spanish and Prehispanic cultures. Today, memories from the past can be found in every city or town you visit within the Mexican territory, reflecting the richness of Mexican culture. As a result, Mexico is among the top attractive destinations in Latin America.Currently, Mexico maintains its cultural diversity and a combination between tradition and modernity exists. Mexico City was built above from where the Great Tenochtitlan of the Aztecs was established and until now remains as the heart of the country, besides being one of the largest cities of the world.