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In 2010 Mexico will celebrate 200 years of Independence (1810) from the Spanish Crown and 100 years
since the Revolution of 1910 that toppled dictator Porfirio Díaz. The official countdown for the two
Centennials began on September 16th of this year...
Learn more about Mexico's Bicentennial ...
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People from all parts of Mexico make their way to Mexico's chief religious center at the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe, to celebrate the Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe (Our Lady of Guadalupe) with a mass ceremony and a traditional fair in her honor. The "Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe" became an official national holiday in 1859.Learn more...
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One of the biggest fiestas of the year - in small towns, big cities, the beach resorts, everywhere - Christmas or Navidad in Mexico is celebrated in a variety of ways. A common denominator are the posadas, a recreation of Mary (on donkey) and Joseph searching for a "room at the inn." Learn more about holiday and the places best known for the procession festivities.Go there now ...
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January the 6th is a special day in Mexico. Known as 'El Dia de Reyes' (Three Kings Day), this holiday represents the height of the Christmas season. The date marks the culmination of the twelve days of Christmas and commemorates the three wise men who traveled from afar, bearing gifts for the infant baby Jesus. The children of Mexico in particular look forward to this holiday as by tradition gifts are exchanged on this date and not on Christmas day.
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Made from brightly colored tissue and crepe paper, piñatas are popular attractions during
Las Posadas, children's birthday celebrations and other festive occasions in Mexico.
Today, piñatas can be purchased that look like Sponge Bob, Superman or Hello Kitty. In the past, piñatas offered more traditional motifs, such as the 7-pointed star or the classic donkey. Most people consider piñatas a Mexican invention, but in truth their historical origins lay elsewhere.Learn the history behind la piñata...
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Mexico History What Mexico Has Given to the World -The Poinsettia (La Flor de Noche Buena)
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The poinsettia has become synonymous with the Christmas holiday season and many bring this plant as a gift when visiting friends and family. Indeed, the plant's bright red flowers lend a joyous presence to any setting and holiday decorations just wouldn't seem complete without them. This plant is native to Mexico and originally came from a particular region near present-day Taxco.
Learn about the poinsettia and what else Mexico has given to the World...
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The Sea of Cortez teems with colorful and bountiful undersea life. Underwater visibility can reach 120 feet at times. Water temperatures can soar into the low 80's in summer and the 70's at other times of the year. Several shipwrecks, caves and canyon dives are available. All of this makes Los Cabos a diver's underwater paradise.Check out this and other activities Los Cabos has to offer...
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The Monarch butterfly, a beautiful insect known for its orange and black markings, is famous for its annual migration to Mexico. Each year, hundreds of millions of butterflies travel from the United States and Canada, to winter in forests of Fir and Oyamel trees in the highland forests of Michoacan.Learn more about the Monarch Butterfly's Migration to Mexico...
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CERTIFICADOS DE NACIMIENTO DE MEXICO, GARANTIZADOS
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Michoacan Rich in tradition and considered one of Mexico's most beautiful states
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Michoacan, which is an Aztec word meaning 'Place of the Masters of Fish' lies on the west coast of Mexico. Its capital, Morelia, is 195 miles due west of Mexico City. Not an obvious tourist area, it is a state of quiet beauty, and has a great variety of attractions.
Visit our Michoacan Guide...
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Oaxaca Visiting its many archaeological sites
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Oaxaca is well known for it's Pre-Columbian civilizations of which the Zapotec and Mixtec have left a lasting legacy with over 4,000 known archaelogical sites. Monte Alban, Mitla and Yagul are the main attractions for most visitors, but Lambityeco and Zaachila are also worthwhile for those interested. All sites are within 30 miles of Oaxaca City and tours or public buses are available.
Visit our Oaxaca Guide...
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Right-To-Know Is Your Advocate In Researching And Finding Your Personal Files.
Do you need to locate the Mexican Consulate nearest your?
Here is a complete list of Consulados for both the US and Canada...
Mexico's Consulates
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Don't quite know
the layout of the country? Then use our interactive Mexico map to search for states and their respective cities.Click to enlarge map ...
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Many visit Mexico specifically to enjoy their favorite sport or activity.
Whether it's kiteboarding, surfing, sailing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, rock climbing, mountain climbing, camping, bird-watching, kayaking, hunting or river-rafting, Mexico has
it all. Visit our Mexico Activities Directory ...
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One of our most popular services, the photo classified advertisements lets you browse through hundreds of classified ads for real estate, vacation rentals and more, searchable by category and region. Advertisers can post an ad online to be seen by thousands of people every month for just $50 for six months.
Check Out Our Mexico Classified & Personal Ad Section
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Frequently Asked Questions or FAQs: Do I need to have a passport? What do I need to enter Mexico? Do I need auto insurance? Can I bring my pet into Mexico? Can I purchase prescription drugs in Mexico and bring them back into the United States? Can foreigners purchase land/real estate in Mexico? What is the drinking age in Mexico? Here are answers to your specific questions.
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