Mexican Culture
Mexican Culture
- History
- Literature
- Art
- Music
When surveying Mexico’s history, we can see a very rich palette of civilizations and events that have marked the land and its people and contributed to what Mexico has become today. The pre-Hispanic civilizations in general were very intelligent peoples, with intricate ruling systems and religious beliefs. Scientifically they were well advanced in comparison with other civilizations of the time around the world. With the arrival of the Spanish, European influences mingled with the indigenous inhabitants of the region and this blend is what Mexico is all about.
All cultures have left traces of their past and can be seen in Mexico today, in different aspects, whether in the language, the arts, the beliefs, the cuisine and the celebrations. Evidence of the Spanish conquistadors is especially marked in the language, the Roman Catholic beliefs and the colonial-style architecture. However, indigenous features that once belonged to the native people of the Mexican valley also shine through even to this day, especially in the handicrafts, the exquisite traditional Mexican dishes, the typical woolen woven blankets and the festivities.
What we see in Mexico today is definitely an interesting mixture, where elements from both worlds have combined over the centuries to form the unique atmosphere of Mexico, where we are welcomed by the warmth and generous nature of its people.
In order to get a grasp on Spanish, just as with any other language, it is important to immerse oneself in some of the cultures of the people that have always spoken it. And there is no better way of doing that than staying in for example, Mexico; above all, if Sprachcaffe Languages PLUS will be guiding you in your quest to broaden your knowledge of the Spanish language and culture at one our school in Playa del Carmen.
Sprachcaffe Languages PLUS in Mexico offers various types of courses for those students wishing to study Spanish: among these are the Standard Spanish Language Course, the Spanish Intensive Language Course and the One-to-One Spanish Course.
Mexican History
Historically, Mexico has much to offer the world. It was here that some of the greatest, most advanced indigenous civilizations such as the Aztecs and the Mayas, among many others, flourished...
Mexican Literature
Mexican Literature can be divided into two main eras, namely, the pre-Hispanic era and the times after the conquistadors arrived on the American continent...
Mexican Art
With its colorful history, Mexico has an extremely rich tradition of art...
Mexican Music
A great mix of musical styles has emerged here in the Mexican valley, with influences from many other countries...