FIESTA DE LAS FLORES
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Meta description: A multicultural and multicolored tradition in downtown L.A., La Fiesta de las Flores’ tropical pageantry is a celebration of the Mexican-American community.
Los Angeles is home to a proud, vibrant Mexican-American community whose influence can be seen throughout Southern California. Fiesta de las Flores— Festival of Flowers — is celebrated during Labor Day weekend on the beautiful, historic Olvera Street Mexican Marketplace, which is dressed to create scenes of Los Angeles’ past. Fiesta de Las Flores is a family-oriented event and, for 57 years, it has
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been recognized as the largest cultural event in the region. UNDERGROUND TUNNELS http://hotelindigo-la.com.s94149.gridserver.com/our-story/underground-tunnels/ Title tag: Explore L.A.’s Underground Tunnels | Hotel Indigo Downtown Los Angeles Meta description: A labyrinth of underground tunnels slithers underneath the City of Angeles. Learn more about the miles of maze once used to smuggle alcohol during Prohibition. “While the rest of the country was forced to go dry, underneath Downtown Los Angeles the party never stopped.” — Atlas Obscura Unbeknownst to most, downtown Los Angeles holds a mysterious secret. Beneath the trendy bars and million dollar lofts lies an intricate web of underground service tunnels stretching 11 miles long. Because L.A. was so dependent on the revenue from alcohol sales, Prohibition completely clogged the city’s economy. From the wealthy to mobsters to lower-class workingmen, all escaped to the underground haven. Used as passageways to basement bars and speakeasies, the tunnels allowed the party to go on despite the dry laws above. Clandestine storefronts offered legitimacy to the illegal activities below. Fortunately for partygoers, the mayor’s office ran the supply of moonshine and turned a blind eye to any illicit dealings these innocuous storefronts were engaged in. One such establishment was the piano store on Fifth and Main. At King Eddy Saloon, business not only boomed before Prohibition but also prospered under it thanks to local officials who took no issue with the sudden interest in music by King Eddy. Still in business today, King Eddy Saloon still connects to the tunnel system where remnants of its debaucherous days can be seen in the crumbling bricks and graffiti-strewn walls of its storage room. Rumor has it the complex network of tunnels, which stretch from Spring and Temple to First and Grand, was also used by banks to move large sums of cash, especially during tax season when property owners paid their taxes in cash. Reports state that cash would pile up in one local official’s office to the tune of $1 billion. All that cash would be transported below ground under heavy security detail until it sat safely inside the bank vaults. Other sources claim police used the tunnels to transport prisoners while coroners and mobsters used the tunnels to store bodies, though these claims are unsubstantiated. Unfortunately, it is difficult to access the tunnels today as officially they are closed to the public. One of the entry points — the basement of the Hall of Justice — was sealed off after the building suffered damage in the 1994 Northridge earthquake. To explore the “former highway of the L.A. underground,” you must sneak behind the Hall of Records on Temple Street and locate an unmarked elevator that transports you to a subterranean passage filled with rusty machinery, a collection of graffiti and iron gates that limit your exploration to areas deemed earthquake-safe. DOWNTOWN L.A. HISTORIC CORE http://hotelindigo-la.com.s94149.gridserver.com/our-story/downtown-la-historic-core/ Title tag: Downtown L.A.’s Historic Core | Hotel Indigo Downtown Los Angeles Meta description: Where the golden era meets modern times, downtown Los Angeles’ Historic Core showcases the many aspects that originally landed L.A. on the world stage. The most vibrant district of downtown L.A., the Historic Core displays charming parks, ornate movie palaces and other architectural marvels.
Broadway Theater District
The Broadway Theater District features the largest number of old movie palaces in the United States. Located along South Broadway between Third and Ninth Streets, the stately cinemas once hosted performances by early Hollywood celebrities, such as the Marx Brothers, Fred Astaire and Judy Garland. Still operating as a theater, the Orpheum is a gorgeous building with a 1928 Mighty Wurlitzer organ, elegant marble lobby and sophisticated lounge. The recently refurbished theater at the Ace Hotel, the Los Angeles Theater, and the Million Dollar Theater continue to welcome guests daily.
Clifton's Cafeteria
Clifford Clinton founded the Clifton's restaurant chain in 1931 and eventually expanded to eight Southern California locations, each with its own theme. In 1935, Clifton’s Cafeteria opened as Clifton's Brookdale, featuring a mesmerizing forest-like environment and tasty dishes at reasonable prices. Clifton’s Cafeteria is known as the oldest surviving cafeteria-style restaurant in Los Angeles and the largest public cafeteria in the world. Clifton’s Cafeteria closed in September 2011 for a multimillion-dollar restoration financed by the restaurant’s new owner and developer, Andrew Meieran, who also owns The Edison. Judging by Meieran’s previous work, the renovations will be just as impressive as the original Clifton’s.
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A new neon sign was turned on in January 2015, and, with chef Jason Fullilove and barman Damian Windsor helming the kitchens and bars respectively, Clifton’s Cafeteria is scheduled to reopen at last in September 2015. The Hive Gallery and Studios The Downtown Los Angeles Art Walk highlights the newest local gallery openings, but you don't need to wait for every second Thursday of the month to check out Gallery Row where the art spaces are often open to the public year-round.
Originally a black-and-white photo lab, Drkrm has since expanded to showcase photography specializing in documentary and photojournalism. Meanwhile, Hive Gallery & Studios features two galleries, a store and 25 resident artists. They're just a few of the galleries that have made downtown L.A. synonymous with groundbreaking
art. Nickel Diner Not so long ago, five cents went a lot further than it does now. Still, the Nickel Diner manages to recall the good ole days when lunch counters and soda fountains were the go-to destinations for hungry Angelenos. The Nickel Diner features breakfast, lunch and dinner, but the fun, nostalgic ambience and tasty breakfast menu helps kick off the day, even if all you're getting is a maple bacon donut. The Last Bookstore The Last Bookstore sells more than 250,000 magazines and new and used books. In addition to its vast selection of titles across all genres, the store itself is a must-see for its interior design alone. Not only are there books for sale, but printed material is adapted to create a unique environment where novels, anthologies, manuals and storybooks actually become a part of the store's own layout too. Don’t miss the mezzanine level, which includes the Labyrinth Above the Last Bookstore — the back room sells 100,000 books for $1 each! — Gather Yarn Shop, and the Spring Arts Collective gallery shops. Downtown Independent Selling beer and wine in addition to film tickets, this isn’t your average movie theater. The Downtown Independent has a laid-back, lounge-type vibe, but the focus remains on its roster of rare, cult, classic and indie film programming. Whatever your taste in cinema, the Downtown Independent lives up to its name. The Edison Once L.A.’s first private power plant, The Edison is now a steampunk-themed underground bar, lounge, restaurant and performance space that integrates remnants of the building’s 105-year-old history into its interior design. Whether you’re going to drink, eat, dance, catch a show or all of the above, The Edison is an eye-popping design marvel that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Grand Central Market With a huge variety of local and international foods and treats, Grand Central Market satisfies those with even the pickiest palates. From prepared meals and groceries to beverages and sweets, there’s no shortage of delicious dishes at this historic eatery and gathering place, which has been in operation continuously since 1917.
Dia de los reyes magos is on Jan. 5 - Feb. 2 and the day is about the 3 wisemen, But January the 6th is the special day in Mexico….. this day represents the height of the Christmas season. This celebration is where it is stated that the kings, Melchor, Gaspar, and Balthasar, traveled by night all the way from the farthest confines of the Earth to bring gifts to Jesus, whom they recognized as the Son of God. As well as regal, the Three Kings are depicted as wise men, whose very wisdom is proved by their acknowledgement of Christ's divine status. Arrived from three different directions, the kings followed the light provided by the star of Bethlehem, which reportedly lingered over the manger where the Virgin Mary gave birth for many days. In
Many countries have the pleasure of celebrating Independence Days. These historic holidays are filled with nationalistic celebrations and delicious traditional food. In Chile, the natives celebrate their break from Spain with Fiestas Patrias. In Mexico, the president begins the celebration by ringing a bell and reciting the “Grito de Dolores” and he ends his speech by saying “Viva Mexico” three times.
Through the study of the Peruvian society using articles like “The “Problem of the Indian...” and the Problem of the Land” by Jose Carlos Mariátegui and the Peruvian film La Boca del Lobo directed by Francisco Lombardi, it is learned that the identity of Peru is expressed through the Spanish descendants that live in cities or urban areas of Peru. In his essay, Mariátegui expresses that the creation of modern Peru was due to the tenure system in Peru and its Indigenous population. With the analyzation of La Boca del Lobo we will describe the native identity in Peru due to the Spanish treatment of Indians, power in the tenure system of Peru, the Indian Problem expressed by Mariátegui, and the implementation of Benedict Andersons “Imagined Communities”.
School children also often get a chance to try their hands at creating basic Mexican cuisine. In some areas of the southwest, particularly in the city of Los Angeles, celebrations of regional Mexican dancing and music are held. However, regardless of the area of celebration, one could almost certainly find mariachi band filled restaurants, outdoor festivities, and social gatherings with large amounts of Dos Equis and Corona beer for the adults. Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a day that focuses on celebrating Mexican heritage and the Mexican way of life, but still pays homage to the battle that gave way to Mexico’s independence. Whether one is dancing in a large parade, or simply bonding with loved ones, it is important to always recognize the true purpose of Cinco de Mayo, and to remember and thank those who helped secure Mexico’s freedom so many years ago.
A long time ago more than 500 years ago, there were Spanish Conquistadors who had landed in what is now referred to as central Mexico. Once here they stumbled upon populations of natives who were performing a customary celebration that appeared to simulate death. Dia de los Muertos initiated periods in the past in Mexico, where it is still commonly celebrated to this generation. This festival that takes place over 3 days is a assortment of pre-Hispanic ethnic views and Spanish Catholic philosophies. The Mexican celebration of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, proceeds over the initial 2 days in the month of November. Its beginnings are a concoction of Native American behaviors and a set of Catholic celebrations. The celebration concentrates
Junot Diaz displays in his short story “Fiesta” how an abusive father can cause a family
On this land in the southwestern region of the United States of America, you will be fascinated by the cultural amalgamation of Native American, Hispanic, and Mexican culture. And here you do not learn cultures in just museums; you get the chance to explore the landscape and meet people and make the experience truly YOURS. And it doesn’t matter if you don’t speak Spanish.
I am going to tell you about a famous, yet kinda eerie celebration that takes place in mexico. This is a tradition celebrated by the Mexican Natives, most Mexican Americans (including myself) don’t even acknowledge this day, unless they happen to be visiting mexico at the time of this event.
Therefore, her utmost goal was to see her son one day and bring him to the United States legally. Also, this film explains the difficulties that Hispanic families face on a daily basis if they do not have the proper documentation to work legally. The fear of being detained from the border patrol and the discrimination from their employers is all worth it because they are supporting their families. Also, as shown in this film the Latino community work hard everyday to provide for their relatives with dignity and respect. Moreover, this movie also represents the traditions that continue from generation to generation, for instance, the birthday party in Hispanic communities must have piñata, music and all people are welcome. Also, another tradition is wedding celebration it’s a huge event even though is not too fancy, the music, the cake, and the relatives it makes a great “fiesta”. The main reason I have chosen this movie was that it provides an insight of what my ancestors walked through in order for my family to have a better life. In addition, it showed some of the traditions we celebrate in my own house such as the piñata, candy, music, cake, and
The increase and changing demography in the United State today, with the disparities in the health status of people from different cultural backgrounds has been a challenge for health care professionals to consider cultural diversity as a priority. It is impossible for nurses and other healthcare professionals to learn and understand theses diversity in culture, but using other approaches like an interpreter is very helpful for both nurses and patients. In this paper of a culturally appropriate care planning, I will be discussing on the Hispanic American culture because, I had come across a lot of them in my career as a nurse. The Hispanic are very diverse in terms of communication and communities and include countries like Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, South and Central America, and some of them speak and write English very well, some speaks but can’t write while some can’t communicate in English at all but Spanish.
I was born in Mexico and raised in beautiful San Diego since the age of four. Coming to the United States at a very young age I had to face many challenges that have shaped me to the person that I am today. I consider myself a Chicana woman who has overcome the obstacles to get were I am know. Being raised in a Mexcian household has thought me to embrace my culture and its roots. The Spanish and native blood that is with in me remind me of many Americans today. The reason I consider my self Chicana is because of the similar background that I shared with many Americans today. Living in the U.S. I have learned to adapt and embraced the American culture so much so that it came a point of life were I struggled to find my own identity. Taking
What is culture? Many people ask themselves this question every day. The more you think about it the more confusing it is. Sometimes you start leaning to a culture and then people tell you you’re wrong or they make you feel like a different person because of your culture. I go through this almost every day. Because of the way I was raised I love Mexican rodeo but I was born and raised in Joliet. This can be very difficult trying to understand culture. I live in this huge mix of culture. Culture is personal. People can have many cultures especially in America and because of globalization. Cultural identity is not one or the other, it is not Mexican or American. Cultural identity is an individual relevant thing.
In the feature article “Mariachi, Myths and Mestizaje: Popular Culture and Mexican National Identity”, the writer states that this article examines Mariachi as a central mimetic myth in the construction of a unified national imagery in Mexica, in large part due to its embodiment of Mestizaje. Marichi is a musical expression that dates back to at least 18th century Western Mexico. In “La Feria (The Fair)” part, in the beginning, the writer states a restaurant called La Feria, this restaurant fills Mexico elements: traditional Mexican food, dance and music. Then, the writer discusses his experiments of joining a night in La feria. In “Popular Culture in Mexico” part, the writer discusses how La Feria show Mexican culture. La Feria restaurant uses food, drink, dance, music, crafts and clothes to perform several important and fundamental elements of Mexicanness. Then, the
To help me understand and analyze a different culture, I watched the film Selena. The film tells the life story of the famous singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. Not only does it just tell personal stories from her life, it also gives insight to the Mexican-American culture. Her whole life she lived in the United States, specifically in Texas, but was Hispanic and because of that both her and her family faced more struggles than white singers on the climb to her success. Even though the film is a story about a specific person, it brought understanding into the culture in which she lived. Keeping in mind that these ideas that I drew about the Mexican-American culture is very broad and do not apply to every single person in the culture, there were very obvious differences in their culture and the one that I belong. Mexican-American culture identifies with their family rather than individualized or spiritual identities and the culture has gone through significant changes because of discrimination and the changing demographics of the United States.
“Freedom” Is the right that every single person and country should have, but over the past years greed and power has limited the freedom of society. A great example will be La Conquista which is the spanish colonization of Latin America of 1519. The conquista only destroy Tenochtitlan by governing and making indigenous adapt to a new race, culture, traditions, religion, and beliefs.