Prior to November 6, 1813, Mexico was known as New Spain and not long after their declaration of independence the name was changed, breaking away from the Spanish Empire.
Mexico is the 13th largest country in the world based on the area of size and the 10th biggest in population. Prior to European contact the Aztecs dominated the regions but were conquered by the Spanish and their allies, forcing the Aztec Empire to surrender.
Over the centuries Spain expanded their territorial reign and enforced Christianity and their language. Even with 68 indigenous languages, Mexico has its own Mexican Spanish with different dialects and sociolects.
Faith is a big part of everyday life in Mexico. Not only do the citizens believe in God but they hold strong beliefs in Saints as well. La Virgen de Guadalupe made her appearance in Tepeyac and the country celebrates her on December 12th. Instead of celebrating Christmas in Mexico, they celebrate the Day of the Kings on January 6th when the children put out a shoe with anticipation from a visit from the 3 wise men.
Even dinners are different in Mexico, families sit down around 3 pm and have an early dinner which is the allotted time slot that many workers are given to go home and eat. A traditional dish from this country in Mole which is a dark brown chili sauce that reminds me of a thick gravy is served over boiled chicken.
Mexico is a place that doesn’t have a lot of water. Every few days you have to fill a big bucket or water tank to keep water in to wash your clothes, shower, use the bathroom, and wash dishes. The water that is pumped into the tanks is your water source. The water source is ¨basically¨ clean water.
Taxi in Mexico is a transportation to most of the cities of the country. The taxis in Mexico are for mostly at night because by 7 pm in Mexico, the bus drivers have ended their shift. The taxi will take you home for a long night. It’s not a safe place to walk at night because people can be killed and kidnapped.
Mexico is a vast and beautiful country with so much rich culture and places to explore.