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Culture
Mexico's culture evolved as a mixture of spanish and indian
cultures. In fact Mexico was called New Spain before it got
its independence from the Spanish in 1821.
The descendants
of both native and spanish cultures are called mestizo.
There are about 50 ethnic groups
in Mexico each with
its own customs and traditions and in some cases even
their own language. Some of the native groups include
Nahua, Zapotec, Mixtec, Maya, Purepecha, Trahumara,
Huastec, Mayo, Yaqui and Otomi Indians.
Many cultures like the Olmecs, the Teotihuacans, the Mayans and the Aztecs have shaped the civilization of Mexico resulting in Mexico being very diverse. The north has the busy Monterrey, famous for roasted lamb and beer. In the south there is the cosmopolitan and touristy beach town of Cancun. In the southwest you have Indians who still perform centuries old rituals.
Mexico is a surrealistic country.
The road side markets with exotic fruits and flowers, the chile stores, musical bands, live animals like chickens and cows, the bakeries and chocolate mills with their incredible aromas, colors and contrasts are an integral part of Mexico's culture.
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