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Flamenco is a passionate, intense and expressive art form that combines singing (cante), guitar playing (toque), dance (baile), and handclaps (palmas). Originating from the Andalusian region of Spain, flamenco is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of the Romani, Moorish, and Spanish communities. Its origins date back to the 18th century ...
- Background to Mexican Independence
- Mexican War of Independence
- Celebrating Mexican Independence
The land that is now Mexicofell into Spanish hands in August 1521 when Hernán Cortés and his army of conquistadors toppled the Aztec empire, ushering in three centuries of colonial rule and importing new diseases that decimated once-flourishing native populations. Under orders from the Spanish king, Charles V, Cortés founded a capital city—Ciudad d...
Napoleon’s invasion and occupation of Spain from 1808 to 1813 heightened the revolutionary fervor in Mexico and other Spanish colonies. On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a respected Catholic priest (and an unconventional one, given his rejection of celibacy and love of gambling) issued a passionate rallying cry known as the “Grito d...
Although September 16, 1810, marked the beginning of Mexico’s struggle for independence rather than its ultimate achievement, the anniversary of the Grito de Dolores has been a day of celebration across Mexico since the late 19th century. The holiday begins on the evening of September 15 with a symbolic reenactment of Hidalgo’s historic proclamatio...
Sep 20, 2021 · September 20, 2021 by Sofía Godoy Hispanic Culture 0 comments. A Brief Introduction to Spanish Culture, Traditions, and Beliefs. Spanish culture has contributed powerfully to the evolution of the Spanish language. The customs and identity of Spain stand out for several reasons. Particularly, Spanish traditions are unique and have influenced ...
Jun 19, 2023 · Food Traditions in Spain. Food culture is a cornerstone of Spanish life. In few words I would describe it as a fusion of Arabic, Roman, Jewish, and Mediterranean cuisines. A contemporary Spanish chef relies on rather simple ingredients such as potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, garlic, onions, lettuce, and olive oil.
Spanish is, by far, the language most studied as a foreign language in formal education. However, interest in this language goes far beyond attaining a new language. It is a response to the need to communicate with a large part of the population that does not speak English.
Feb 5, 2021 · Pastelitos were the unlikely stars of the establishment of the first government to be independent of Spain, on May 25, 1810. They were sold by street vendors and eaten on...
Sep 16, 2016 · On 16 September 1810, a priest named Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla delivered a proclamation in the small town of Dolores that urged the Mexican people to challenge Spanish imperial rule, marking the start of the Mexican War of Independence. To commemorate Mexican Independence Day and the “Grito de Dolores,” we’ve compiled a reading list that ...
