Zócalo Blog
Scent of Love: The Totonac Leyend of How Vanilla Came to be
Although the celebration of Valentine's Day was a festivity imported from Europe and has no basis in Mexican culture, we have adopted this holiday ...
Voladores de Papantla: An Awe-Inspiring Tradition
The Voladores de Papantla ceremony is a breathtaking display of cultural heritage and spiritual connection rooted in ancient traditions. Learn more about the meaning and history of this tradition in this blog!
Crafted in Barro Rojo: The Women Artisans of San Marcos Tlapazola
Embark with us in a journey to the community of San Marcos Tlapazola, a rural gem nestled in the Oaxaca Valley, famous for its time-honored craft of Barro Rojo, red clay pottery. Prepare to be captivated by the distinct terracotta-style clay...Read More...
Wixárika Culture: The Legend of the Blue Deer
Wixarika art is an artistic process linked entirely to a culture and a cosmovision. In it, we can see symbols of different meanings. Today, we tell you all about the legend of the blue deer... Read more...
Ancestral Legacy in the Amuzgo Huipil
Among the most exquisite and distinctive types of huipiles, we can find the Amuzgo huipil from the Guerrero and Oaxaca region. This unique huipil is a piece that has significant historical and cultural significance... Read more...
Who are the Wixárika/Huichol?
This special piece highlights the history and meaning behind Huichol, or Wixárika/Wirrárika/Wirraritari (pl), astonishing artwork, distinguished for its colorful beadwork.
