No. That is a common stereotype of Mexicans, where they supposedly have a siesta during the afternoon and sleep one or two hours after lunch.
That may be the case for people who work on the fields in rural Mexico, as the sun at 3-4 in the afternoon has its biggest intensity on those latitudes and can be very harmful due to the subtropical nature of Mexico's climate.
People on larger towns an cities have a more frenetic way of life, and cities such as Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey hardly sleep during the day, if at all.
The 'siesta' is common on smaller towns and villages. Not so on larger cities, specially those with international populations such as Mexico City, Guadalajara or Monterrey.
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In some parts of Mexico it is customary to take a siesta at four pm.
Siesta is a rest or nap in the midday. This tradition is most commonly practiced in Spain, Latin America, and the Philippines.
la siesta = hottest part of day; nap at this time; church music at this time
Siesta is a tradition in the Philippines due to the hot climate, allowing people to take a break during the hottest part of the day. It also provides an opportunity for rest and relaxation, helping to recharge energy levels for the rest of the day's activities. Additionally, siesta is influenced by the Spanish colonial era, where the practice was introduced to maximize productivity during cooler hours.
Japan does not necessarily have a tradition of "siesta" in the European sense, though some offices may have napping rooms used after lunch or for overtime workers.
Countries with similar customs or traditions to siesta include Greece with their afternoon "siesta" called "mesimeri," Italy with the "riposo" or "pausa pranzo," and the Philippines with the "siesta" or "hilot." These cultures often take a break in the afternoon to rest, recharge, and escape the heat of the day.
napping came from spain as a tradition called a siesta
The tradition of an early to mid-afternoon nap originated in Spain. This tradition was passed on to the people of the Phillipines, after the Spanish conquest of their island chain in the 1500s.
A siesta is a tradition that began in Egypt. It is a period of rest taken after a midday meal.
Advantages of a SiestaGives an individual balance between life and workIt coincides with your biological clock and 'natural rhythm'In some countries a Siesta is necessary, due to a hot climateDisadvantages of a SiestaIt can interrupt an individual's work, (Some people skip lunch, why would they take a Siesta?) which can be frustrating.If an individual begins taking a Siesta daily, it may cause drowsiness if the individual stops or misses a Siesta, but it depends on the individual.
They call it a siesta. "Siesta" is a Spanish word.