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A Syncretic Religion: Maya and Catholic Practice at Izamal and in the Northern Yucatán
During the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, the Maya people in the northern Yucatán Peninsula, especially around the region of Izamal, experienced a process of conversion to Christian Catholicism…
A Brief History of Mayan Revival Architecture
Walking up to the Templo de la Ciudad de México, one would believe that they were about to enter a Maya temple from the pre-Columbian Era. It must be shocking then when they realize that this…
20th November Market in Oaxaca
The 20th November is a famous market in the city of Oaxaca. It is known for having foods such as, meats, produce, and bread. In the 20th November Market one can purchase their food and have it cooked…
"The History of Mexico" - Diego Rivera
Celebrated Mexican painter Diego Rivera transcribed the history of Mexico in a mural in his own style of painting on the main staircase of the National Palace of Mexico City. The staircase leads to…
"Rebels of the Grains": Zapatistas and Rock and Roll
Rage Against the Machine is a rock band based out of Southern California that consists of vocalist Zack de la Rocha, guitarist Tom Morello, bassist Tim Commerford, and drummer Brad Wilk.[1] The four…
¡Tocar Juntos!: The Evolution of Chicano Music and Expression Types in the Later 20th Century
What does the music of modern Chicanas/os say about the movement itself? By understanding the prominent styles and musicians in the late 20th Century, how have Chicana/o musicians utilized music to…
Ethnobotanical Garden of Oaxaca
El jardin de etnobotanico de Oaxaca is home to many indigenous plants that are only found in Oaxaca. Oaxaca has several different types of climates throughout the state. The garden collects…