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Custom And Tradition Mexico

Culture identifies us where we come from, where we grew up or in what environment we
developed, since it is a set of ways of thinking, feeling or acting, language and languages,
beliefs, etc. Therefore, Mexican traditions and customs are characteristic of that country,
which will reveal throughout the entry.

 These are the most important and most popular Traditions and
customs of Mexico :

1) Death day
One of the main Mexican customs. The festival is celebrated on the first and
second days of November, although it begins on the afternoon of October 31
when people go to the pantheon to clean and decorate the graves of deceased
children. The next day is the turn of the adults and that is when Mariachis are
usually seen. Depending on the region, the celebrations can vary, because for
example in Toluca every year there is a parade at that time, where famous figures
in Mexican culture can be seen, such as katrinas or chiefs big.

2) Virgin of Guadalupe Day

A celebration is held annually on December 12, which honors the most important
images of Mexican culture; became one of the traditions of Mexican Catholicism.
The date of this celebration is due to the fact that on that day the Virgin appeared
to Saint Juan Diego and the most faithful followers attended the procession that
went to the Church. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
3) Tequila
One of the most popular alcoholic drinks in Mexico and the world is Tequila, of
Mexican origin since its founding in the municipality of the same name, located in
the state of Jalisco. It is made from the fermentation and distillation process of
agave.

4) Pinatas
Pinatas originate from Mexico a long time ago, specifically the Aztec, Mayan and
other civilizations thousands of years ago, where clay pots were prepared in the
shape of gods that had to be broken to extract the contents inside. Their
representation is the abundance they have and nowadays they are used to
distribute toys, sweets and other objects at parties, usually to children. However,
nowadays they are made from safer materials such as cardboard.In Mexico it is
the Piñata Fair and is sometimes used at other parties such as Christmas. In the
same way, it is part of the traditions and customs of Mexico that were adopted by
other cultures around the world, such as the United States and most Latin
American countries.

5) Revolution Day
The Mexican Revolution that occurred on November 20, 1910 is celebrated every
year on the same day; It succeeded in radically changing the culture and politics
of the Mexican state, just as it brought down the regime of Porfirio Díaz, one of
the worst dictators in Mexican history. The celebration is held annually through a
military parade in Yucatán, involving members of various institutions; among the
participants it is possible to see firefighters, soldiers, athletes, etc. In addition,
visitors celebrating this day usually dress in a manner typical of attending a
parade, among which flags, oversized hats, and revolutionary clothing are
prominent.

6) Candlemas Day
 Since Mexico is a state where most of the population is Catholic, it is common to
see various religious festivals in its customs and traditions. Candlemas Day is one
of them that is celebrated on February 2 and this festival originates from Spain,
specifically in Tenerife in the XNUMXth century.But apart from that, it also
includes other traditions that are celebrated in Mexico on different days of the
year. For example, on Christmas day, Niño Dios wears special clothes or on Three
Kings Day, tamales are offered to whoever manages to find a doll previously
hidden by the host.

7) Guelaguetza
This is an ethnic festival in Oaxaca, where several dancers from different regions of
the state wear typical clothes and perform dances to music made with wind
instruments. This is one of the traditions and customs of Mexico that is celebrated
every year, the first Monday after July 16 has passed.

those are the most famous Mexican customs and traditions, in Mexico, Culture and
traditions are very important and valued by the people. Some examples of culture and
traditions in Mexico are :

1. Independence Day
On September 16, Mexico celebrates its independence day with parades, fireworks
and street parties.
2. Day of the dead

On November 1 and 2, Mexico celebrates the Day of the Dead by building altars and
making offerings to the dead.

3. Lucha Libre

Mexican wrestling, or Lucha Libre, is a very popular sport in Mexico. Wrestling

performers wear flashy costumes and often have unique personalities.

4. Arts and Crafts

 Mexico has a very rich artistic and artistic heritage, including fine arts, music, dance,
and theater.
5. Food
Mexico is famous for their delicious dishes, such as tacos, burritos, and enchiladas.

Mexico has a very rich and varied culture and traditions. Mexican culture is the result of
indigenous, Spanish, and African cultural influences that have mixed over the centuries.
Mexican culture and traditions are diverse and interesting, and continue to evolve over time.