Culture Appreciation Journal March 2022 | Page 4

A country rich in history, tradition, and culture, Mexico is made up of 31 states and one federal district. It is the third-largest country in Latin America and has one of the largest populations , more than 100 million, making it the home of more Spanish speakers than any other nation in the world. Despite the political and social changes that have occurred over the centuries, evidence of past cultures and events is apparent everywhere in Mexico. Many of Mexico's rural areas are still inhabited by indigenous people whose lifestyles are quite similar to those of their ancestors.

The most popular and well-known women's pieces of clothing in Mexico are huipil, quechquémitl, rebozo, Mexican skirts (they have various names in different regions). The huipil is a sleeveless tunic made from cotton or wool. It is worn with a skirt.

There are many different types of traditional food in Mexico. Some of the most loved are Enchiladas. This dish of Mexican cuisine is similar to tacos, but it differs by carrying a lot of cheese and being much spicier. Adding on, Fajitas is another traditional food, and to make the authentic Mexican fajitas; meat is prepared in tomato sauce, which is rolled in a corn or wheat tortilla. Then you have the basic but delicious food of a taqueria such as burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and many other items.

The customs of Mexico are filled with color, mysticism, and long-standing traditions. Each festival offers a glimpse into revered historical events, ancestral cultures, and Mexican legends. Some of the most celebrated Mexican traditions are rooted in the Aztec, Olmeca, Mayan rituals, and European influence.

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In addition, many pre-Columbian ruins still exist throughout Mexico, including the ancient city of Teotihuacán and the Mayan pyramids at Chichén Itzá and Tulum. Reminders of the colonial past are evident in the architecture of towns like Taxco and Querétaro.

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