Culture

Mexico City is one of North America’s oldest cities and one of its most important cultural centers. Mexico City contains archeological sites, buildings from the Viceroyalty, from the 19th Century, and of more contemporary design, and outstanding museums and cultural centers housed in ancient edifices or in newer purpose-built constructions. It is almost possible to breathe its culture in every street and corner. Visitors will appreciate the many ancient cultures that have become homogenous with the city, and have influenced Mexican art, music, and gastronomy. Since the arrival of the Spaniards to Mexico in the early 19^th century, European’s have influenced the modern interpretations of ancient Mexican traditions. Therefore, Mexico city dwellers are proud and lively when being presented with the opportunity to breathe their rich cultural heritage to foreigners wanting to know more about them. Experience the wonderful folklore dances which are readily seen in metropolitan areas in Mexico, scurry along the streets dominated by ancient architecture and then eat to your hearts content at a myriad of downtown restaurants filled with musicians playing traditional “mariachi” songs.