Culture
The phenomenon of the spread of Santeria in Mexico
From what has been ascertained, Santeria was introduced in Mexico in the late 1940s and early 1950s. At that time, by coincidence, its practice was officially permitted in Cuba.
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
Tenochtitlan conquest, full of corpses after its fall
When the city of Tenochtitlan fell, it was impossible to enter because it was full of corpses. Overwhelmingly, the great majority of the population died in that war and in the previous epidemic.
Culture
The myths of the Conquest that need to be cleared up
The commemoration of the 500th anniversary of the fall of Mexico-Tenochtitlan opens a new door to rethink and rewrite the history of the origins of present-day Mexico. It is an opportunity to put an end to myths or biased visions.
Culture
The historical and cultural importance of industrial heritage in Mexico
Industrial heritage is a concept that, despite having emerged just over 50 years ago, is still under construction, mainly because this aspect of cultural heritage is made up of many elements.
Culture
Göbekli Tepe, the oldest temple in the world is in Turkey
This monumental ensemble records the era when humanity began to cultivate the land.
Culture
Symbolism, art, and craftsmanship of the Comcáac or Seri
For centuries, the Seri or Comcáac, an indigenous people who have lived by hunting and fishing in the desert coast of Sonora, have made a living from their handicrafts.
Culture
Senses and meanings: Before and after the word ... silence
Research on silence as an important part of human communication has been carried out for more than forty years, treating it as an object of study in its own right.
Guanajuato
Movie "No Man's Land" is shot in Guanajuato starring Frank Grillo
Guanajuato capital, San Miguel Allende and San Luis de Paz are venues for the filming of the Hollywood film "No Man's Land".
Culture
Mexico reclaims stolen documents of Hernán Cortés discovered at auctions in the U.S.
Mexico has sought the help of the Washington Department of Justice to recover stolen manuscripts of Hernán Cortés discovered at auctions in the US.
Culture
The myth of the ascent and descent of Kukulkan, a phenomenon that captivates the world
The serpentine solar projection of El Castillo, in Chichén Itzá, during the spring and autumn equinoxes, is, in reality, a recent archaeoastronomical myth.
Culture
Study reveals the diet of population groups that lived 400 years ago in Mexico City
Tell me what you eat...diet and health conditions in ancient indigenous and caste populations in Mexico City in the Colony. XVII and XVIII centuries.
Culture
HBO Max prepares more than 100 original shows in Mexico and Latin America
HBO Max plans to develop more than 100 local contents, of which 33 are already in production. All productions will be created in Latin America over the next two years.
Culture
Netflix and Amazon will have to upload Mexican series
Streaming platforms operating in Mexico must reserve 10% of their catalog for Mexican series and movies whose production does not exceed 25 years ago.
Culture
How well does Latin America speak English?
Argentina is the country that speaks English the best in Latin America, while Mexico has a very low level.
Culture
The Prado Museum restores and exhibits screen of the Conquest of Mexico
On one side, this two-beam screen represents the conquest of Tenochtitlan, and on the other, Mexico City, and was probably a gift to a viceroy.
Culture
The U.S. places Mexico on the list of countries under the foreign exchange watch list
Mexico and Ireland have been placed on a list for close monitoring of their foreign exchange operations by the U.S. Treasury Department.