Articles for Campeche

Holidays in Mexico
There are several dates that are considered important in our country (either for historical reasons or as a result of marketing campaigns) and on many occasions the anniversaries

The Administration of Vicente Fox, Former President of Mexico
Without a doubt, this politician is also a character: No one will forget his jokes, the rumors about his in-laws, his boots, etc. But he’s remembered even more for being the

Traditional Mexican Dishes
Mexican cuisine, worldwide famous and recently declared Intangible World Heritage by UNESCO, has indigenous and European influences. Some of the most important are of Spanish,

Mexican Legends I
It is very common in Mexico to hear fantastic stories that have been told for generations. These legends are an important part of popular culture. The dramatic overtones of the stories are almost

Christmas and New Year’s Traditional Dishes in Mexico
Mexican cuisine, rich in its variety and ingredients, shines at this time of year with dishes to suit all tastes. The different regions have typical dishes to celebrate the holidays, although there are

Poverty in Mexico, and its Figures
With most of its inhabitants having unmet needs, it is not surprising that poverty in Mexico is something to worry about. We are the eleventh most populated country on

Recently Added World Heritage Elements in Mexico
As we know, this year new Mexican elements were added to the already long list of cultural world heritage by UNESCO. This includes intangible elements as well as natural and cultural ones. These

The figures, regarding drug trafficking in México
Lately, this seems to be the hot topic no matter the social sphere we come from. You hear about reckoning, artists involved in drug trafficking, songs most commonly called Corridos

Mexico’s most famous painters
While there are many talented Mexican painters specializing in various techniques, in recent times “Muralists” are the most admired and widely known. Muralism is a Mexican

Fortresses, Forts and Hill Forts in Mexico
Being the New Spain a place that for all practical purposes was considered "savage" and unknown, several fortifications and buildings were constructed in order to protect