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Mexican Independence Day - September 15th-16th
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Mexican Independence Day celebrates the events and people that eventually resulted in independence from Spain, the country that had control over the territory of New Spain, as it was also known then. Fueled by three centuries of oppression and sparked by a call (Grito de Dolores) to revolt in 1810 by the respected Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo, the first call to arms was made
in the village of Dolores, in the state of
Guanajuato. The uprising pitted the poor indigenous indians and mixed mestizo groups against the priviledged classes of Spanish descent, and pushed them into a violent and bloody battle for freedom from Spain.
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Destination Highlight: Lake Chapala |
Photo courtesy of Lencho Jordan
Lake Chapala, Mexico's largest fresh water lake, is known worldwide for its mild weather, scenic charm and incredible sunsets. It is a popular vacation getaway for citizens of Mexico and one of Mexico's largest ex-pat retirement locations. Lake towns such as Ajijic, Chapala and Jocotepec are only 25 miles south of Guadalajara so it is a natural weekend or vacation spot for the inhabitants of Mexico's second largest city. Mainly located in the state of Jalisco but also extending into Michoacan, the lake is approximately 50 miles long by 10 miles wide.
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Business Highlight! La Betulia B&B in Oaxaca
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We are a beautiful, newly renovated Bed and Breakfast located in the center of Oaxaca. Our two story colonial house features simple, yet chic, rooms that open to a central patio. Each of the 8 bedrooms reflects, through an exciting use of light, color and texture, the warm and homely atmosphere of La Betulia Bed and Breakfast. See details at La Betulia
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Mexican auto insurance by Mexican Insurance Store.com
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About Mexico What's Cooking in Mexico? Mexican Recipes
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The variety of food available in Mexico is truly great, with unique dishes for each region as you move from the north to the south, east to west, with many regional styles throughout. We are often asked, "What is the official food or meal of Mexico?" The truth is, there is no real official dish of Mexico, as it really depends on where you are. Read more at Mexican Recipes
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