Mexico
is a land of extreme cultural diversity. It has a fascinating
history involving a cocktail of Indian, Spanish, French, Moorish and even
Chinese inhabitants. It is this cultural diversity that played such
an important role in shaping the Mexican lifestyle of today.
Mexico, like South Africa, is a deeply religious country. Every
town, including the smallest village, is dominated by it's church.
With such a diverse ancestry, Mexican's have had a talent for art and a
love for bright colours since pre-Hispanic times. Reflected through
the murals and galleries of contemporary and historic art, their
creativity is also expressed through vibrant folk-art tradition.
Mexico's frequent fiesta's are full-blooded, highly colourful affairs
which often go on for several days and add a great deal of spice to life.
The
Mexican's great flair for art is also evident in their food which is
anchored around three national staples: tortillas, fried beans and chilli
peppers.
Tequila, of course, is Mexico's favourite drink. It has a unique
texture that harmonizes tradition and myth - owing its essence to a deep
root blended through time. It is named after the small town of
Tequila - derived from the Tequila Indians who first lived there over 200
years ago. Tequila can be enjoyed straight from the bottle, out of a
paper cup, or from a shot glass. Traditionally it is served in a
tall, slender shot glass called a "caballito."
Mexico
is a land of extreme cultural diversity. It has a fascinating
history involving a cocktail of Indian, Spanish, French, Moorish and even
Chinese inhabitants. It is this cultural diversity that played such
an important role in shaping the Mexican lifestyle of today.
The
Mexican's great flair for art is also evident in their food which is
anchored around three national staples: tortillas, fried beans and chilli
peppers.