Zócalo Blog
Mexican Identity: La Virgen de Guadalupe, The Patron Saint of Mexico
As we approach La Virgen de Guadalupe's celebration, held on December 12, we would like to share the roots, significance, and the historical, social, and cultural impact that La Virgen de Guadalupe has in Mexico.
November 20th, 1910: Day of The Mexican Revolution
On November 20th, the anniversary of the beginning of the Mexican Revolution is celebrated, one of the movements that forever marked the history of Mexico. Join us as we share a brief summary of the important date that is celebrated on this day.
Guanajuato City, never ending charm!
Guanajuato City offers it all: singing along in callejoneadas with legends like the Callejón del Beso, to cultural festivals like the Cervantino, to scary mummies, you will love exploring this magical, culture-filled town!
The Beauty of Traditional Mexican Folk Dances
Get moving with us as we go over a short list of five traditional dances from Mexico, highlighting the spectacular beauty behind their traditions, costumes, representations, rhythm, history, and meaning.
Día de Muertos in Pátzcuaro, Michoacán
One of Mexico’s favorites, Pátzcuaro, Michoacán, holds Día de Muertos traditions that are world-renowned and today we invite you to join us in highlighting this magical town during these special celebrations.
How it's Made: Papel Picado
If there is something that characterizes Day of the Dead festivities, it definitely would be the presence of papel picado everywhere. Between sugar skulls, candles, Cempasúchil (marigold) flowers, colors, pan de muerto, food, and more, Mexicans celebrate their dead and honor their lives with color all around in Día de los Muertos. This tradition has become a complete sensation, crossing borders across the world where Día de Muertos gains its recognition as one of Mexico’s most important and authentic traditions.
