Why 81% of Mexico Is Empty: The Truth About Mexico

Mexico is huge, beautiful, and full of contrasts, but most of its people live in only a few crowded regions. Vast deserts, mountains, jungles, and dry plateaus leave 81% of the country almost empty. So why did Mexico’s population gather high in the central mountains instead of spreading along the beaches and coasts? The answer lies in water, climate, volcanoes, history, and geography. From Mexico City’s sinking ground to the empty northern deserts, this video reveals the truth about Mexico — and why geography still controls where people live.