Mexican piñatas: what their seven points mean and how they became a tradition
The seven points of a Mexican piñata carry a traditional meaning. Explore its connection to posadas and meet the craft knowledge behind the paper, colors, and shapes that bring people together.
Alebrijes: What They Are and Where They Come From
Discover what alebrijes are, how they originated with Pedro Linares in Mexico City, and what sets traditional papier-mâché figures apart from Oaxaca’s wood carvings.
Day of the Dead Altar: Meaning, Elements, and How to Make One
Discover the meaning behind the flowers, candles, and food on a Day of the Dead altar, learn how to create your own ofrenda, and explore why this Mexican tradition is such a meaningful way to remember and honor loved ones.
Museums for Teens in Mexico City: Experiences That Go Beyond the Classroom
Discover some of the best museums for teens in Mexico City. Contemporary art, science, photography, history, urban culture, and interactive experiences that spark curiosity and help you understand the world from new perspectives.
Museums for Children in Mexico City: Learn, Explore, and Have Fun as a Family
Discover some of the best museums for kids in Mexico City. From science and nature to art, economics, and biodiversity, these places turn learning into a fun experience for the whole family.
Free Museums in Mexico City: Art, History, and Culture for Everyone
Discover the best free museums in Mexico City, ranging from major art and cultural venues to lesser-known spaces steeped in history. Plus, find out which museums offer free admission on Sundays and how to make the most of one of Latin America’s most extensive cultural offerings.
The Colors of Mexico: The Meanings Behind Mexico’s Most Iconic Colors
Discover the meaning behind Mexico’s most iconic colors—from Mexican Pink and Mayan Blue to Cochineal Red and Marigold Yellow—and learn how they reflect the country’s history, traditions, and cultural identity.
Must-See Museums in Mexico City
Discover some of the most important, surprising, and must-see museums for exploring the cultural richness of Mexico City. An editorial selection designed for those who wish to experience the cultural essence of Mexico City through places that truly leave a lasting impression.
Mexico Fits in a Tortilla
Some things seem impossible… until you taste them. And one of them is this: that an entire country —its colors, its history, its traditions— can fit into something as simple as a tortilla. But in Mexico, simple never means plain. A tortilla is not just a base for food — it’s a symbol. It’s the […]
Mexico from Afar: The Country That Never Leaves the Heart
There are countries you visit. And there are countries you carry with you. Mexico is the latter. It doesn’t matter if you left for a few months or many years. It doesn’t matter if you were born here or if Mexico adopted you as an adult. When you’re far away… Mexico doesn’t stay behind. It […]