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Mexican Culture

Mexico has a rich history in the fields of performing and visual arts and is particularly notable for Mexican cinema, music, folk art and murals.

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How do you join the nortenos?

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I was born into norteno by my parents i got initiated by beating up a sureno and spun a block

How did Mexico's past shape its culture?

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Mexico's past, which includes pre-Columbian civilizations, Spanish colonization, and a rich indigenous heritage, has greatly influenced its culture. Indigenous traditions and beliefs are integrated with Catholicism brought by the Spanish. Mexican cuisine, music, art, and festivals also reflect this blending of cultures. The country's history of social and political struggles has fostered a strong sense of national pride and resilience among its people.

La Verdadera istoria de la LLORONA?

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La verdadera historia de La Llorona es una leyenda mexicana que ha sido transmitida de generación en generación. Se dice que una mujer llamada María, angustiada por la pérdida de sus hijos, se convirtió en un espíritu atormentado que busca a sus hijos por las noches en los ríos y lagos. La historia se ha adaptado y transformado a lo largo del tiempo, pero sigue siendo una parte importante de la cultura mexicana.

How is the chichen itza pyramid being destroyed by natural elements?

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The Chichen Itza Pyramid is not being significantly destroyed by natural elements. However, over time, exposure to environmental factors such as rain, wind, and temperature fluctuations can contribute to the deterioration of the structure. Additionally, the site is located in an area prone to seismic activity, which can potentially cause damage to the pyramid. Efforts are being made to preserve and protect the pyramid from further deterioration.

What type of rock was the chichen itza made up of?

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Chichen Itza was primarily made up of limestone rock. The ancient Maya used limestone as the main building material for their structures, including the famous pyramids at Chichen Itza.

When is Dia De Los Muertos celebrated?

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the Dia De Los Muertos starts on the 31st of October and ends o the 2nd of November the main day is the 2nd of November.

Do Mexicans have cats and dogs as pets?

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haha Mexicans don't eat dogs hahah I'm Mexican dude and i never eaten a dog nor cat! XD funny questions do u eat dogs??

What is the importance of yarn dolls in Mexican culture?

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Mexican yarn dolls and other traditional, handmade toys are important because they are a record of the culture and often had religious significance for people.

Was Sor Juana Ines De la Cruz lesbian?

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The Tenth Muse of America. Sister Juana (1648-1695) was a Mexican nun who spent her life in a convent fighting for women's rights. She has also been called "the first feminist of the Americas".

How were the Olmec Zapotec and Maya cultures similar and different?

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The Olmec were a society in the Veracruz and Tabasco area of Mexico between 1400 and 1200 BC. They carved the giant heads. They had a writing system. They did not build big cities.

The Zapotec were a society in the Oaxaca region of Mexico from 400 BC to 200 AD. Like the Olmec, they had human sacrifice. They had hieroglyphics.

The Mayans were around from 2000 BC to 250 AD. in the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and Honduras. They practiced human sacrifice and played games with rubber balls.

What type of music is influenced by Mexican culture?

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The best-known around the world is the mariachi music, which was invented in the Mexican state of Jalisco during the 19th century. There are however, some more modern music styles interpreted in Mexico, which are quite popular nowadays:

  • Banda Sinaloense
  • Mexican Cumbia
  • Musica Norteña
  • Pasito Duranguense

What is Mayahuel?

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This was the name of a goddess associated with the maguey plant.