domingo, 10 de mayo de 2015
viernes, 8 de mayo de 2015
MEXICAN CULTURE
The history of Mexico
The
history of Mexico, a country located in North America (in the
northernmost portion of Mesoamerica), dates back to about 14,000 years
(according to the consensus of Clovis), which is estimated to have
occurred in the first settlements of sedentary people. Before
the Spanish conquest in the sixteenth century, what it is now Mexico
was inhabited by people of cultures interacted with each other in
varying degrees, in time and territory. From that time they stand Olmec culture, the Toltec, the Teotihuacan,
Maya, Nahua, Totonac, Zapotec, Mixtec and Tarasco, among others.
On arrival of the Europeans, Mexico was a mosaic of peoples and cultures. After the conquest, for 300 years of viceroyalty he went constituting a country with a degree of homogeneity and common features. In the early nineteenth century with the independence of the Spanish empire is reached, the definitive integration process leading to contemporary Mexico begins. Throughout the nineteenth century wars and internal disputes, and several attempts at subjugation by foreign powers happen. Mexico then lost about half its territory, after which began its consolidation as a free nation and soberana.1
Wine, at the beginning of the twentieth century, a social movement that sat bloody social political, legal and Mexico today. For most of this century the nation lived in peace a process of learning and self-correction, both institutionally and in the social and economic aspects. After various crises fundamentally economic and political nature, the latter of which not overcome the nation evolves and sits towards the end of the first decade of the century, at which they mark the 200th anniversary of its independence from Spain and 100 years of its revolution.
On arrival of the Europeans, Mexico was a mosaic of peoples and cultures. After the conquest, for 300 years of viceroyalty he went constituting a country with a degree of homogeneity and common features. In the early nineteenth century with the independence of the Spanish empire is reached, the definitive integration process leading to contemporary Mexico begins. Throughout the nineteenth century wars and internal disputes, and several attempts at subjugation by foreign powers happen. Mexico then lost about half its territory, after which began its consolidation as a free nation and soberana.1
Wine, at the beginning of the twentieth century, a social movement that sat bloody social political, legal and Mexico today. For most of this century the nation lived in peace a process of learning and self-correction, both institutionally and in the social and economic aspects. After various crises fundamentally economic and political nature, the latter of which not overcome the nation evolves and sits towards the end of the first decade of the century, at which they mark the 200th anniversary of its independence from Spain and 100 years of its revolution.
Mexican culture
Mexican culture encompasses a wide range of quaint customs and traditions. Throughout history, various cultural influences have expanded the
varied nature of the customs of Mexico, whose origins lie in the Aztec
rituals of the Maya civilization and European conquests.
The Catholic Church is an essential element in the lives of many Mexicans, like family. It is in family and held many parties, processions and religious ceremonies.
The ceremony known as "La Quinceañera" is widespread in Mexican culture. It is traditionally include a Mass of thanks and a big party to celebrate the coming-out or passage from childhood to adulthood.
The piñata is a typical Mexican custom very happy and fun. These receptacles made of mache and filled with fruit and candy paper are very popular during the Christmas celebrations known as posadas and birthdays.
The bulls are also very popular in Mexico and are regarded as an element very settled in Mexican culture. The same goes for cockfights held in palenques throughout the country.
Mexican traditions and customs are different and varied. Each region has its own traditions and holidays and every community has its peculiarities.
Mexican culture has evolved over time and has a unique character. This section will expand your knowledge of the different traditions that are part of this country so attractive.
The Catholic Church is an essential element in the lives of many Mexicans, like family. It is in family and held many parties, processions and religious ceremonies.
The ceremony known as "La Quinceañera" is widespread in Mexican culture. It is traditionally include a Mass of thanks and a big party to celebrate the coming-out or passage from childhood to adulthood.
The piñata is a typical Mexican custom very happy and fun. These receptacles made of mache and filled with fruit and candy paper are very popular during the Christmas celebrations known as posadas and birthdays.
The bulls are also very popular in Mexico and are regarded as an element very settled in Mexican culture. The same goes for cockfights held in palenques throughout the country.
Mexican traditions and customs are different and varied. Each region has its own traditions and holidays and every community has its peculiarities.
Mexican culture has evolved over time and has a unique character. This section will expand your knowledge of the different traditions that are part of this country so attractive.
miércoles, 29 de abril de 2015
MEXICO SITES TOURIST
MICHOACAN
Cradle
of ancient civilizations amazing as the Purepecha empire, which have
greatly enriched Mexico, Michoacan is one of the most extensive,
interesting and beautiful states which ultimately give you chance to
meet. Proof of this are the five World Heritage sites Eight Magical Towns
and of course the natural phenomenon of the Monarch butterflies migrate
every year from Canada to winter in Michoacán.Experience
the unique Day of the Dead that permeates Janitzio, where Lake
Patzcuaro is filled with candlelight and the streets are filled with
people walking towards the cemetery covered with offerings and flowers. The entire island is wrapped in a mystical, spiritual and full of pre-Hispanic customs environment.Purepecha
village that is still present in this land, jealously guards its
ancient traditions such as their regional dances funny, extraordinary
handicrafts that are made throughout the state and of course its
exquisite cuisine such as carnitas, corundas milk and sweets.The
story is presented in every corner of the state, whether in its
beautiful colonial architecture in Morelia, in his interesting
archaeological sites as Tzintzuntzan, or through cultural, artistic and
humanistic legacy of the Basque Tata he left in his struggle to overcome
the people michocacano.Enjoy nature in places like Cupatitzio Canyon National Park in Uruapan
and be surprised with the ruins of the village of San Juan de
Paricutin, which was buried under lava in the early forties.In short a trip to Michoacan is a visit to the depths of a land full of traditions and life at every step you will conquer.
1. Cancun
Cancun is Mexico's most important tourist destination and one of the most recognized worldwide. Located in the state of Quintana Roo, in the region of the Yucatan peninsula it has a subtropical climate and an average temperature of 27 ° C.
Cancun offers the unparalleled beauty of its white sand beaches where you can practice all kinds of activities and water sports: snorkeling, scuba diving and parachuting walks.
2. Oaxaca
Oaxaca is one of the most beautiful colonial cities, and cultural heritage, along with the rest of the Central Valley are the most important tourist center in the state. It is situated in a fertile valley of southern Mexico and still keeps its ancestral traditions with its crafts, cuisine and way of life.
Possess archaeological sites, convents of the XVI century, baroque churches, civic buildings from the colonial era and museums; well as a wealth of cultural events, especially their religious festivals with typical calendas and stewardships.
3. Manzanillo
Manzanillo is one of the most beautiful beach destinations in the country. It is located 90 km south of the city of Colima, the state capital of the same name, in the region of the Pacific Coast.
It is known as the Sailfish Capital of the World, because in this place are made, since 1957, major-national and international fishing tournaments.
4. Mexico City
Mexico City has three zones declared as a World Heritage UNESCO Humanidadpor: its historic center, adorned with beautiful religious and historic buildings like the Metropolitan Cathedral, one of the most important architectural monuments of America; the National Palace, in whose courtyard you can admire the spectacular murals where Diego Rivera laid out his vision of the history of Mexico.
Xochimilco Ecological Park, considered by many as the Venice of Mexico due to its beautiful canals. And the National Autonomous University of Mexico.
In Mexico the legacy of the colonial tradition combined with a wide range of characteristics of a modern city activities: shopping in bazaars and crafts markets, fine boutiques and shopping malls.
Mexico City also offers a variety of museums like the National Museum of Anthropology, National Museum of Art and the National Museum of History.
1. Cancun
Cancun is Mexico's most important tourist destination and one of the most recognized worldwide. Located in the state of Quintana Roo, in the region of the Yucatan peninsula it has a subtropical climate and an average temperature of 27 ° C.
Cancun offers the unparalleled beauty of its white sand beaches where you can practice all kinds of activities and water sports: snorkeling, scuba diving and parachuting walks.
Oaxaca is one of the most beautiful colonial cities, and cultural heritage, along with the rest of the Central Valley are the most important tourist center in the state. It is situated in a fertile valley of southern Mexico and still keeps its ancestral traditions with its crafts, cuisine and way of life.
Possess archaeological sites, convents of the XVI century, baroque churches, civic buildings from the colonial era and museums; well as a wealth of cultural events, especially their religious festivals with typical calendas and stewardships.
Manzanillo is one of the most beautiful beach destinations in the country. It is located 90 km south of the city of Colima, the state capital of the same name, in the region of the Pacific Coast.
It is known as the Sailfish Capital of the World, because in this place are made, since 1957, major-national and international fishing tournaments.
Mexico City has three zones declared as a World Heritage UNESCO Humanidadpor: its historic center, adorned with beautiful religious and historic buildings like the Metropolitan Cathedral, one of the most important architectural monuments of America; the National Palace, in whose courtyard you can admire the spectacular murals where Diego Rivera laid out his vision of the history of Mexico.
Xochimilco Ecological Park, considered by many as the Venice of Mexico due to its beautiful canals. And the National Autonomous University of Mexico.
In Mexico the legacy of the colonial tradition combined with a wide range of characteristics of a modern city activities: shopping in bazaars and crafts markets, fine boutiques and shopping malls.
Mexico City also offers a variety of museums like the National Museum of Anthropology, National Museum of Art and the National Museum of History.
5. Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is ideal for weddings and honeymoons, couples and families, as well as being very suitable for older travelers and eco-adventures.
The place is located in Bahia de Banderas, the second in the Americas, 352 km from Guadalajara bigger.
6. Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the state capital of Jalisco and the second most populated city in Mexico. Its temperature ranges between 11 and 26 ° C, and is considered one of the three major cities of the country and home to some of the symbols of Mexican culture, such as mariachi, tequila and various dishes of the national cuisine.
Among its main attractions include: the magnificent architecture of its religious and historical buildings, especially the Hospicio Cabañas.
In its historic center you can visit the cathedral, with its towers that are the current symbol of the city Guadalajara and Degollado Theater, one of the major art venues in the city.
Guadalajara is located near Tequila, a town where the famous Mexican drink is produced.
Soup Tarasca
TarascaFamosa soup throughout Mexico, this rich soup is made with ground beans with chicken broth and seasoned with tomato and epazote. Serve garnished with fried tortilla strips, avocado slices, fried pasilla chile, cream and cheese cubes.
Cold avocado soup
Uruapan is the main producing region of avocado delicious sweet taste of Mexico. A significant percentage of them are exported. It is perfect with meat, salads, such as guacamole, as tambipen soup and desserts.Avocado soup prepared with cream cheese, chicken broth, onion and cilantro and served cold.
Corundas and Uchepos
CorundasLas corundas are corn tamales stuffed with vegetables and wrapped in corn leaf plant with the particularity of being folded into a small triangle cheese. They serve with cream, green or red sauce. A variant whose main ingredient beans.The uchepos are corn tamales served with cream usually to accompany stews.
Morisqueta
Rice cooked with tomato soup and pork.
Churipo
Red chili broth with beef and vegetables.
Michi broth
Fish broth seasoned with sour tuna.
White fish of Patzcuaro
It is a famous dish of the lake, the fishing was a source of inspiration for songs, traditional dances and scenes in major Mexican films because it is unique in fished with nets in the form of butterfly.The most common way of eating is coated or pickled. In recent years playback is scarce so the price has been rising.
CharalesCharales
Small fried fish sold to eat as a snack with salt and lemon. It is a classic appetizer of Lake Patzcuaro.
Carnitas tacos
Tacos made with corn tortillas and pork simmered in a large copper pot. They accompanied with salsa, cilantro and onion, and as cold drink a beer.Taco carnitasSon so popular in the United States that are advertised clarifying Michoacan Style Carnitas
taco.
Beverage:
The Charanda
Cane spirit similar to rum that is usually mixed with juice, soda and other sugar liquor. It is considered the typical drink of Michoacan and to date its continued development being handmade, for local consumption.Charanda has the particular aspect being made with cane sugar high (over 1,500 m above sea level) which is harvested in the near Uruapan municipalities. Its flavor is slightly sweet.Charanda The word comes from the Purepecha language and means red earth in honor of the hill of the Charanda, whose skirts was the sugar mill and distillery where the famous "La Perla" was established.
EggnogQuince liqueurEggnog
Liquor made with cow's milk, egg yolks, vanilla, cinnamon, ground almonds, sugar and alcohol. It is common to give a small drink to children.
Puerto Vallarta is ideal for weddings and honeymoons, couples and families, as well as being very suitable for older travelers and eco-adventures.
The place is located in Bahia de Banderas, the second in the Americas, 352 km from Guadalajara bigger.
6. Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the state capital of Jalisco and the second most populated city in Mexico. Its temperature ranges between 11 and 26 ° C, and is considered one of the three major cities of the country and home to some of the symbols of Mexican culture, such as mariachi, tequila and various dishes of the national cuisine.
Among its main attractions include: the magnificent architecture of its religious and historical buildings, especially the Hospicio Cabañas.
In its historic center you can visit the cathedral, with its towers that are the current symbol of the city Guadalajara and Degollado Theater, one of the major art venues in the city.
Guadalajara is located near Tequila, a town where the famous Mexican drink is produced.
Typical food of Mexico
Soup Tarasca
TarascaFamosa soup throughout Mexico, this rich soup is made with ground beans with chicken broth and seasoned with tomato and epazote. Serve garnished with fried tortilla strips, avocado slices, fried pasilla chile, cream and cheese cubes.
Cold avocado soup
Uruapan is the main producing region of avocado delicious sweet taste of Mexico. A significant percentage of them are exported. It is perfect with meat, salads, such as guacamole, as tambipen soup and desserts.Avocado soup prepared with cream cheese, chicken broth, onion and cilantro and served cold.
Corundas and Uchepos
CorundasLas corundas are corn tamales stuffed with vegetables and wrapped in corn leaf plant with the particularity of being folded into a small triangle cheese. They serve with cream, green or red sauce. A variant whose main ingredient beans.The uchepos are corn tamales served with cream usually to accompany stews.
Morisqueta
Rice cooked with tomato soup and pork.
Churipo
Red chili broth with beef and vegetables.
Michi broth
Fish broth seasoned with sour tuna.
White fish of Patzcuaro
It is a famous dish of the lake, the fishing was a source of inspiration for songs, traditional dances and scenes in major Mexican films because it is unique in fished with nets in the form of butterfly.The most common way of eating is coated or pickled. In recent years playback is scarce so the price has been rising.
CharalesCharales
Small fried fish sold to eat as a snack with salt and lemon. It is a classic appetizer of Lake Patzcuaro.
Carnitas tacos
Tacos made with corn tortillas and pork simmered in a large copper pot. They accompanied with salsa, cilantro and onion, and as cold drink a beer.Taco carnitasSon so popular in the United States that are advertised clarifying Michoacan Style Carnitas
Beverage:
The Charanda
Cane spirit similar to rum that is usually mixed with juice, soda and other sugar liquor. It is considered the typical drink of Michoacan and to date its continued development being handmade, for local consumption.Charanda has the particular aspect being made with cane sugar high (over 1,500 m above sea level) which is harvested in the near Uruapan municipalities. Its flavor is slightly sweet.Charanda The word comes from the Purepecha language and means red earth in honor of the hill of the Charanda, whose skirts was the sugar mill and distillery where the famous "La Perla" was established.
EggnogQuince liqueurEggnog
Liquor made with cow's milk, egg yolks, vanilla, cinnamon, ground almonds, sugar and alcohol. It is common to give a small drink to children.
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