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 Mexico At A Glance: Get The Latest News, Weather and Exchange Rates
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January the 6th is a special day in Mexico. Known as 'El Dia de Reyes' (Three Kings Day), this holiday represents the height of the Christmas season. The date marks the culmination of the twelve days of Christmas and commemorates the three wise men who traveled from afar, bearing gifts for the infant baby Jesus. The children of Mexico in particular look forward to this holiday as by tradition gifts are exchanged on this date and not on Christmas day.
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Carnaval is an official Mexican holiday that kicks off a five-day celebration of the libido before the Catholic lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Beginning the weekend before Lent, Carnaval is celebrated exuberantly with parades, floats, costumes, music and dancing in the streets. Carnaval is equivalent to Mardi Gras in New Orleans. For specific dates, check our Carnaval calendar.
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Carnaval, it's a love of dance, music, friendship, fun and excitement. Calling it debauchery, as some do, is an unfair indictment. The Veracruz Carnaval, a right-before-Lent-Carnaval, like Mexico itself, is strongly family oriented. Even so, it's a dazzling event-pure fun and excitement and music and dance. The visuals are incredible and the party, of course, is non-stop.
Read this first hand account about the Carnaval in Veracruz...
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The calendar date of March 18th, 1939, is remembered throughout the country as the day
of “La Expropiación Petrolera” (Oil Expropriation). President Lázaro Cárdenas (1934-1940) is the man responsible for securing Mexico’s vast oil profits for its citizens.
His act of nationalizing the nation’s oil fields remains in place today. The anniversary of the Oil Expropriation is a civic holiday.
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Lázaro Cárdenas and La Expropiación Petrolera.
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For thousands of years in Mexico, a most remarkable dog has held center stage. This special dog, whose breed goes by the name of Xoloitzcuintli, or Xolo for short, is best known for the fact it is hairless. The Aztecs deeply revered the Xolo and believed the breed to have mystical healing abilities.
Read more about The Xoloitzcuintli.
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Semana Santa is Mexico's second most important holiday season of the year, behind only Christmas, and runs from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. In addition to attending Mass on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, many Mexicans will also take advantage of the holiday to go on vacation. If you're planning to visit Mexico during Semana Santa, make sure you check on hotel availability in advance.
Read more about Semana Santa.
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Teotihuacan is an incredible place to visit and many believe it is the most important archaeological destination in the Mexico. Located just 30 miles northeast from present-day Mexico City, Teotihuacan was the New World's first great metropolis.Learn more about Teotihuacan...
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Mexico Culture The Madonna and the Serpent - Quetzalcoatl and the Virgin of Guadalupe
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I happened to mention to someone that I was writing an article about the ‘myths’ of Quetzalcoatl and the Virgin of Guadalupe. My Mexican friend became immediately incensed. "Myths?", He yelped. "Myths? Are you one of those people who don’t believe in the Bible?".--
Learn more Quetzalcoatl and the Virgin of Guadalupe...
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Los Cabos The Cabo San Lucas & San Jose del Cabo Corridor Area
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The resort cities of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, together known as "The Capes" or Los Cabos in Spanish, are located at the very tip of the Baja California Peninsula.
Of the two, Cabo San Lucas is the better known and the more visited destination, although the International Airport, which is the arrival point for most tourists, is located in San Jose del Cabo.More travel information for Los Cabos...
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Mexico has known many heroes through her long and eventful history. Perhaps none have captured the imagination and stirred the hearts to the degree that Los Niños Héroes (Heroic Children) have. In 1847, six brave young men fought valiantly for their country during the Mexican-American War. Tragically, they died defending her honor. They are commemorated September 13 each year.Read more about Los Niños Héroes...
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As you drive on route 134 you see the volcano towering above the landscape at an impressive 15,534 feet...An amazing landscape plays out in front of you as you move along the road. The mountain area has a fantastic energy with wide sweeping views of the city of Toluca and surrounding communities...
SukiLu writes about her visit to this imposing volcano...
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Rarely do volcanologists get to watch the birth, growth, and death of a volcano. Paricutin provided such an opportunity. The eruption that created the Paricutin volcano in Michoacan began in 1943 and continued to 1952. Paricutin is probably Mexico's most famous volcano. Learn more about the Volcano that grew out of
a cornfield ...
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The history of blacks in Mexico is both illuminating and mysterious. What makes the story especially profound is the lack of documentation and discussion on the subject...Scholars have long been acquainted with the history of slavery in Mexico
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From June to December the Olive Ridley and Leatherback Turtles visit the beaches in front of Las Mañanitas and Tortuga Bay resorts in Los Cabos to lay their eggs. As a result, in 2007, vacation visitors and owners participated in three releases at the beaches in front of the luxury condominium resorts......Read about the arrival of the Turtles and their release...
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Porfirio Díaz (1830-1915) perhaps qualifies as one of Mexico’s most controversial statesmen. President of the country for 30 years, Díaz is frequently remembered as being one of the country’s most notorious dictators. The bitter irony to his record lies in his accomplishments, of which there were many.More about Porfirio Díaz and the events leading up to the Revolution...
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Don't quite know
the layout of the country? Then use our interactive Mexico map to search for states and their respective cities.Click to enlarge map ...
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Message Board Have a Question? Have an Answer? Share it with Others in Our Forum
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Hello Susan,
It's great that we now have a Oaxaca forum! Could you tell me what time of the year they have the Guelaguetza and how long it lasts? Is it difficult to find a place to stay if you wait until the last moment for reservations?
-El Tecolote
Dear Tecolote here's the answer...
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Many consider Jose Guadalupe Posada the founder of modern Mexican art. Through his popular art prints depicting Calaveras (skeletons) Posada is credited with educating the general populace concerning the political injustices of the day which ultimately culminated in the Mexican Revolution of 1910.Learn more about this famous Illustrator and Engraver...
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Real Estate cycles in Mexico have a direct relationship to what happens internationally and more specific in North America. Since 9/11 Mexico has been a “Field of Dream” for real estate developers, buyers and sellers. Real Estate is all about cycles (upward, downward,and/or stable).
Read more of Bruce Greenberg's article
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Maximilian I, Emperor of Mexico from 1864-1867, qualifies as one of the country's most ill-fated rulers. Hailing from a european dynasty, Maximilian was duped into accepting the role of Mexico's emperor. Brought to the country under false pretenses, the archduke of Austria was led to believe his presence would be welcome by the people of Mexico. In fact, the opposite was true.
Read more about Maximilian...
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Red Hominy can be found in various traditional dishes like Pozole and Menudo. In the past, inconsistent practices in production have caused many traditional recipes to replace Red Hominy with a less expensive and more accessible white corn. CA West LLC is one grower and producer who specializes in Red Hominy (Maiz Morado) and the more common White Hominy.For the Red Posole recipe and other favorite recipes click here...
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Mexico Art Rufino Tamayo, world renowned Oaxacan painter
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Rufino Tamayo, a Oaxacan painter of international renown, was one of the great modern artists of the 20th century. Tamayo died in 1991 at the age of 91 and had a long and esteemed career. His artwork can be found in important collections worldwide. During his life he was the recipient of many prestigious awards, including France's Legion d'Honneur.Learn more about this famous Oaxacan artist...
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Many visit Mexico specifically to enjoy their favorite sport or activity.
Whether it's kiteboarding, surfing, sailing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, rock climbing, mountain climbing, camping, bird-watching, kayaking, hunting or river-rafting, Mexico has
it all. Visit our Mexico Activities Directory ...
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One of our most popular services, the photo classified advertisements lets you browse through hundreds of classified ads for real estate, vacation rentals and more, searchable by category and region. Advertisers can post an ad online to be seen by thousands of people every month for just $50 for six months.
Check Out Our Mexico Classified & Personal Ad Section
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Learning a foreign language is no easy task but is well worth the effort. There's no better way to successfully absorb a foreign language than to immerse yourself in its culture. Mexico has many Spanish language schools that offer top-notch instruction. Along with classes, subject-specific workshops are available as well.
Find the ideal Spanish language school for you
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Frequently Asked Questions or FAQs: Do I need to have a passport? What do I need to enter Mexico? Do I need auto insurance? Can I bring my pet into Mexico? Can I purchase prescription drugs in Mexico and bring them back into the United States? Can foreigners purchase land/real estate in Mexico? What is the drinking age in Mexico? Here are answers to your specific questions.
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