The festivals, history and traditions that shape everyday life in Mexico, from Day of the Dead to local celebrations.
Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is one of Mexico’s most recognized traditions, and one of the most misunderstood by visitors. It’s not a sad occasion, and it’s not the Mexican version of Halloween. It’s a celebration built around welcoming the souls of loved ones back for a night, with color, food and…
Frida Kahlo is one of Mexico’s most recognized cultural figures worldwide, a painter whose self portraits and personal story made her an icon far beyond the art world. If you’re planning a trip to Mexico City, chances are her image, and her house turned museum, are already on your list. Who Was Frida Kahlo? Frida…