Culture
What is Mexican charreria and how important is it?
Charreria is an art and discipline that arose from equestrian activities and cattle raising traditions. The state of Hidalgo is considered "the cradle of charreria".
Culture
There is a wide range of regional traditions within Mexico's dominant culture, which is influenced by a mix of indigenous and Spanish practices. Many of the things that people think of when they hear "Mexican" really originate in specific parts of the country.
Culture
The memory of Juan O'Gorman's Cave-House
Juan O'Gorman's legacy is fundamental in the history of architecture in Mexico. Find out more about it by reading here.
Culture
Diego Rivera's work, a link that unites Mexico's past with its future through art
Diego Rivera was a creator who took Mexican art to the world. Here are all the things you should know about the famous Mexican artist and his work.
History
Ancient Chinese printing techniques and aesthetics revisited
The printed book produced thousands of standardized classical texts. Because of their quality and detail, works with color illustrations circulated only among the Chinese elite. The number of Chinese characters amounts to more than 50,000, while the Gutenberg Bible used 290 types.
Culture
What is a 'whitexican' and to whom does this term refer?
The "whitexicans" mix Spanish and English when they speak, brag about their trips on social networks, and try not to hang out with the popular classes. The term defines people who show pride in Mexico abroad but adopt classist and racist attitudes at home.
Culture
Reading James Joyce's novel Ulysses helps to understand Western culture
The fascination of James Joyce's (1882-1941) work stems from its use of language, its high evocative capacities, and its relationship with the psyche. February 2 marks the centenary of his birth.
Culture
What is the significance of Candlemas Day?
Candlemas Day is one of the most important popular festivities of Catholicism. The original peoples had the custom of offering tamales at the Huauhquiltamalqualitztli festivity. Candlemas Day marks the end of the Christmas cycle, which dates back to biblical times.
Culture
Official clues and trailer for suspense drama series Señorita 89
Today, Spanish-language streaming platform Pantaya released the key art and official trailer for the highly anticipated original series SEÑORITA 89. The dramatic thriller premieres in the U.S. and Puerto Rico on February 27.
Culture
Mexican and Italian flag: differences and similarities
The Mexican flag is often compared and confused with that of Italy. What are the differences and similarities between the Mexican and Italian flags?
Culture
Fernando Botero, biography of the Colombian artist
Learn about the artistic production of Fernando Botero, who is he, and his contribution to the history of Colombian and universal art.
Culture
International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust
On the occasion of the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust, it is necessary to educate with the awareness that the human condition is diverse and plural.
Music
Even with adversity, mariachis preserve traditional Mexican music
International Mariachi Day, January 21. UNESCO recognizes mariachis as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It is urgent to give them greater diffusion. Being a woman and mariachi is difficult because the emblem of the charro is identified with manhood.
Culture
Dia de la Candelaria: How do Mexicans celebrate February 2?
You found the doll in the bread roll! It's your turn to invite the tamales. Mexico is a country rich in culture, full of popular traditions, joy, celebrations, gatherings, and delicious typical dishes.
Culture
Christian devotion: the figures of the Child God, from the old and the recent cult
The Child God was shipped to Veracruz but Arab pirates attacked the ship and plundered it. It was kidnapped and a fortune had to be paid to redeem it.
History
Mayan deities, rituals, and indigenous beliefs: the customs among the farmers
The principal Mayan deities are Culklchan, Ikchaua, Ix Chel, Tabay; Feathered Serpent deity of wind and rain, god of cacao, goddess of the moon, and god of hunters.
Culture
The ritual of the Judea Cora, one of the sacred practices of Amerindian cultures
The Judea Cora is one of the most intense and authentic rituals of the indigenous world, in which to this day elements before evangelization is kept alive.