Essay About Mexico

Our neighbor,Mexico is very interesting and much more complex than normally think. It has a variety of celebrations and customs.The people of Mexico are fun loving people.It’s beaches and warm temperatures attract tourists each year. One important thing that attracts the tourist to Mexico is its people. They show pride for their country and welcome other people to be part of it.
People in Mexico have mouthwatering foods to eat and taste. A favorite food is Chorizo. Chorizo is a type of cooked sausage and in Mexico they add chili peppers on top to give it a spicy flavor. Another favorite food Mexicans eat are empanadas. Empanadas are a type of bread with chicken and vegetables stuffed inside.In every meal, you can usually find corn and beans. In most Mexican dishes there are chili peppers to give the dish a distinctive flavor. One of the most common peppers used in dishes is the jalapeno. The food of Mexico is very unique and fun to taste.
In the country of Mexico there are various customs and traditions. One custom in Mexico is to always bring flowers or a gift the first time a person is invited to one’s house. Children don’t really talk about St.Nicholas in Mexico. They wait for “Dia de los Reyes”, or Three Kings Day. This is usually celebrated January 6. Also on September 16, they celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day.On Independence Day, Mexicans go outside at night and yell-“Viva Mexico!” three times in a row, which means-“Long Live Mexico!”. Finally, Cinco De Mayo is celebrated on May 5. It celebrates the victory over the French army. Mexican traditions and customs come from Mexican’s ancestors from long ago.
One of the most important celebrations are Day of the Dead and Quinceneras. Quinceaneras are like a sweet sixteen cele...

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...g on, during the year 2009, the Mexican soccer team had won 5 Gold Cups and 8 CONCACAF’s. Mexico has had many world champions in boxing. They're boxing champions have become national heroes and a source of pride. The two most famous boxers are Roberto Duran and Julio Chavez. Roberto Duran was given the name “hands of stone” but in spanish it’s “ manos de piedra”. Julio Chavez was a six-time world champion in three weight categories. One thing that is different about Mexican fighting is it’s way of showing pride. The boxers show their pride by they're fighting moves and actions. Mexico takes pride in the sports they play.
Mexico is an interesting country to visit and learn about. It’s diverse customs are fascinating and engaging. The people in Mexico and the country itself have very many activities, events,celebrations and history that make it fun to learn about.