Famous People
A celebrated Mexican painter
Frida Kahlo
Archaeological site with excavated ruins of the large Maya city
Chichén Itzá
Leather embroidered sandals, typically flat on the bottom
Huarache
Fillings include beef, chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, onions, cilantro
Tacos
A famous two-day celebration honoring deceased loved ones with flowers and food
Día de los Muertos
A notorious Mexican drug lord who led the Sinaloa Cartel
El Chapo
Ruins of a walled, ancient Mayan city, located on a bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea
Tulum
A colorful, blanket with geometric patterns worn by men
Sarape
A traditional dish made of corn dough,steamed in corn husk, commonly filled with meats, or cheeses
Tamales
Commemorates the 1862 Battle of Puebla
Cinco de Mayo
One of the most globally recognizable Mexican actresses and producers in Hollywood
Salma Hayek
Dramatic marble performance hall & museum featuring murals by Diego Rivera & other notable artists
Palacio de Bellas Artes
A traditional long multipurpose garment, similar to a scarf or shawl
Rebozos
Mexican street corn, roasted and covered in mayonnaise, cheese, lime, and chili powder
elote
A birthday party for a 15-year-old girl, representing their coming of age
Quincenera
A muralist and Kahlo’s husband, he is perhaps the only Mexican artist equally famous for his immense contribution to national art.
Diego Rivera
Commemorating Mexico's independence, this famous monument is topped with the goddess of victory
The Angel of Independence
A traditional loose-fitting blouse, frequently embroidered with floral or geometric patterns
Huipil
Migas
A Mexican folk dance filled with a vibrant, theatrical dance style
folklórico
A beloved singer and actor, idolized as the face of the Mexican charro
Pedro Infante
Grand, neo-Gothic 17th-century church known for its soaring pink spires & lofty, ornate sanctuary
Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel
a vibrant off-the-shoulder dress featuring colorful floral embroidery on black or white tulle
Chiapaneca dress
Soup commonly mixed with cow meat, hominy, and chili peppers.
Menudo
Children receive gifts, leaving their shoes out for the Kings, and share the Rosca de Reyes cake
Three Kings Day