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Studying Spanish in Medellín Posted by sasha on Nov 1, 2017
Spanish is the official language of 20 countries around the world. Of course, there are many differences in pronunciation and vocabulary between these countries. With so many different versions of Spanish, it can be overwhelming trying to decide on a place to study this wonderful language. One place that’s becoming more and more popular is Medellín…
Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) Posted by sasha on Oct 25, 2017
While people in many western countries attend parties and go trick-or-treating to celebrate Halloween, Mexico begins its traditional celebration of Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). Although the two holidays happen at the same time, they are actually quite different. Today we’ll take a closer look at this important holiday, starting with its origins. History It’s…
A Guide to Lucha Libre Posted by sasha on Aug 9, 2017
As is the case in much of the Spanish-speaking world, football is definitely the most popular sport in Mexico. When it comes to uniquely Mexican sports, though, you just can’t beat the high-flying action of lucha libre. On any given Friday night, all 17,000 seats at Arena México are full of people cheering on their…
Me Encantan Los Tacos (I Love Tacos) Posted by sasha on Jul 12, 2017
A popular thing to do these days it to have Taco Tuesdays. Why limit tacos to just once a week, though? Here in Mexico, it’s Taco Every Day. If your idea of a taco is a crunchy shell, ground beef, cheese, lettuce, and tomato, you may be in for a surprise when you order your…
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe Posted by sasha on Jun 28, 2017
One of the most important sites in Catholicism is located in the outskirts of Mexico City. The Basílica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe (Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe) is visited by millions of people every year and is a national shrine in Mexico. It’s actually the second most visited shrine in Catholicism, behind the Vatican. There’s…
The Ancient City of Teotihuacan Posted by sasha on May 10, 2017
When traveling in Mexico City, a day-trip out to the ancient city of Teotihuacán is a must. Also known as the Birthplace of the Gods, it was once one of the biggest cities in the world, extending its influence across the region and beyond. It’s also the most visited ancient site in all of Mexico, gaining…
La Muerte de Fidel: Castro’s Death Across Languages and Cultures Posted by Jakob Gibbons on Dec 5, 2016
Last week world headlines lit up with the death of one of the most contentious figures of the twentieth century: Fidel Castro. The Cuban revolutionary’s obituaries ranged from heartfelt sympathy to open celebration, and sentiments regarding the death of el Máximo Líder have varied widely in tone and content according to both country and language. The death…