The symbols on the Mexican flag represent a unique heritage born of the ancient past.
'Many Americans incorrectly assume Mexico is a land of deserts and cacti. The title highlights landforms and resources within this country's six major regions.
Learn about the Pacific Northwest of Mexico in this video.
The regions and socio-economic heritages of peoples' lives are great influences on individuals in Mexico. Government and the church are also significant. A growing, global economy promises to improve lifestyles throughout Mexico.
Most wealthy Mexicans belong to the industrial, political, or land-owning elite. It is possible to move into the upper class in Mexico, because it has the most open society of all of Latin America.
Education is very important in Mexican society. It is free and compulsory, and many students go on to universities. The Mexican Revolution in 1910 produced many reforms, especially in education.
Mexico has many large cities, with Mexico City being one of the largest cities in the world. Mexicans who have moved from rural areas have found employment in a variety of occupations.
An island in the middle of Lake Patzcuaro is home to the Tarascan Indians, who maintain an Indian heritage and autonomy over their own affairs.
Healthcare is provided by the Mexican government, although Mexicans still do rely on traditional remedies.
Oaxaca is famous for the many crafts produced in area villages, such as woodcarving, weaving, pottery, metal work and clothing.
This segment examines the lifestyle of a Mestizo family which lives in the Yucatan, one of the poorest regions in Mexico. In spite of a small yearly income, they still manage to live comfortably.
Families in Mexico are influenced by the Catholic Church, and generally include a large, extended family structure, as well as cuates, which are a close group of friends.
Mexico attracts many tourists to its coastal towns, traditional villages and ancient landmarks.
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