Mole, tamales, and these are a part of traditional cuisine that include marinated meats, salsa, and fresh herbs
tacos
Term of the explorers that established colonies in Mexico and other Hispanic countries
conquistadores
Traditions of Dia de los Muertos are mixed with Aztec culture and this religion
Catholic
The capital of Panama
Panama City
This county is known for their worry dolls tradition
Guatemala
The Mayas and this other pre-Columbian civilization are a rich part of Mexican heritage
Aztecs
Madrid
Brightly colored tissue paper used to decorate during the holiday
papal picado
Mexico
Dia de los Muertos is celebrated around this American holiday
Halloween
These are underground sinkholes that people can swim in
ceynotes
a type of Spanish dancing, not to be confused with the pink bird
Flamenco
This flower is often used to decorate cemeteries, alters, and dining tables
marigold
The capital of El Salvador
San Salvador
The capital of Costa Rica
San Jose
A festive holiday that commemorates Mexican pride (but not it's independence)
Cinco de Mayo
A Spanish holiday where children leave beverages for the camels
Three Kings Day
This food is elaborately decorated and a favorite among the children during this holiday
sugar skulls
Guatemala
The capital of Honduras
Tegucigalpa
The name for Mexican professional wrestling
Lucha Libre
This artist is known for his bizarre surrealist creations
Salvador Dali
Families include photos, a cup of water, and a towel on these to honor family members that have passed
Nicaragua
This is the name for the Mexican rodeo that showcases horsemanship and charros wearing elaborate costumes
Charreria