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Traditions

A statue of Fray Juan de San Miguel, the founder of the town in 1542, baptizing an Indian, in front of the main church, La Parroquia, in the main square of San Miguel de Allende.

 

Aztec Dances An Aztec Dance is a ritual, is art, is exercise and is a show. The Aztec Dance has been preserved through many years throughout the center of Mexico. It is a legacy that will never disappear as long as the Aztec race exists. The Spaniards destroyed their temples and deities, but they couldn't get rid of the dances and rituals. During the last few years, more ruins and archaeological pieces have been discovered and the history of the Aztecs is still being rebuilt. Now the Aztec Dances... read more

The Magic of Mexican Masks The Mexican Indian, in his attempt not only to conceal the face, but more extraordinarily to conceal the naked soul, has created a unique universe of magical masks. For a few moments in some frenzied dance or religious ceremonial performance, the magic is born. Masks are an element in the history of personal and cultural expression. The function of the mask varies from society to society. Some are used for religious purposes to this day. Others are used for drama, dance and healing. Many... read more