Famous Hispanics
This tennis legend from Spain has won 14 French Open titles.
Who is Rafael Nadal?
This country's capital is Mexico City.
What is Mexico?
This crispy fried dish is often filled with meat, cheese, or beans, and is widely popular in Argentina and Colombia.
What is an empanada?
This coming-of-age celebration is traditionally held for girls on their 15th birthday in many Latin American cultures.
What is a quinceañera?
This award-winning Colombian singer is known as the "Queen of Latin Pop" and hits like "Hips Don't Lie."
Who is Shakira?
This Central American country shares its name with a canal.
What is Panama?
This sugar-covered fried dessert is typically served with a chocolate dipping sauce or filled with cream.
What is churros?
This day, celebrated on September 16, marks Mexico's independence from Spain.
What is Mexican Independence Day?
This Venezuelan revolutionary leader helped liberate several South American countries from Spanish rule.
Who is Simón Bolívar?
This South American country is named after the explorer Christopher Columbus.
What is Colombia?
This dish made of minced raw fish, typically marinated in citrus juice, is popular in Latin America.
What is Ceviche?
This 36th U.S. president first introduced National Hispanic Heritage Week.
Who is President Lyndon B. Johnson?