Tag: Mexico City
Mixcoac — bringing order to the cosmos through human sacrifice
In the middle of the concrete jungle that is Mexico City lay the remains of a ceremonial center dedicated to one of Mesoamerica's most unique deities, the mighty Mixcóatl.
Tlatelolco: A story of violence, sacrifice, and the birth of modern...
Tlatelolco is fairly unique among archaeological sites in Mexico, as both its ancient and contemporary histories evoke intense feelings.
The sights, sounds, and flavors of vibrant Chinatown in CDMX
Mexico City’s Chinatown is crowded, frenzied, and chaotic — but in an oddly great sort of way.
Mexico’s government wants you to fly into its new airport, whether...
To remedy the situation, the federal government has issued a decree to immediately move all cargo and charter flights to the new airport — in what could only be described as an effort to save face.
Construction in Mexico City’s subway uncovers new archaeological finds
Recent construction work on Mexico City’s subway system has given way to the discovery of several ancient artifacts.
Mexico’s newest airport has no restaurants or even running water in...
Travelers have taken to social media to complain about the airport’s limited amenities, including a lack of food and bathrooms without running water.
El Templo Mayor, the great Aztec palace in the heart of...
Remains of the high temple of the of Tenochtitlan are located in what today is the heart of one of the world's largest urban areas — Mexico City.
What you need to know before flying into Mexico City’s new...
The distance between the two airports is just over 27 miles, and on average, the trip is likely to take at least an hour and a half.
2021, a hectic year, in review
It has been one doozy of a year. From the ever-evolving situation with the COVID-19 pandemic to the decline and bouncing back of the tourism industry, to wacky news stories that for some reason or another caught traction in 2021.
New law to drive bullfighting out of Mexico City
A new animal rights bill presented to the legislative assembly of Mexico City is expected to make bullfighting a thing of the past.
Controversy over new Reforma sculpture: The head of an Olmec woman...
The new sculpture will be named Tlali, which means Earth in Nahuatl, and it will be created by sculptor Pedro Reyes.
New idea could see Mexico City bars ‘card’ patrons for proof...
The measure which was first floated by bar owners is now receiving support from Mexico City’s head of government, Claudia Sheinbaum.
A weekend in Mexico City: Eat, drink and see sites
A weekend is all it takes for visitors to devour great food, see amazing art and architecture — and make their Instagram accounts a lot more interesting.
Screenings planned for ‘Roma,’ N.Y. Critics Circle’s ‘best film’
Alfonso Cuaron's memory-drenched drama "Roma" dominated the New York Film Critics Circle Awards on Thursday, winning best film, best director and best cinematography.
Oldest house in all Mexico restored by experts
MEXICO CITY — A plain, nondescript structure sat hidden in plain sight for hundreds of years behind street vendors and pedestrians. Now, experts have...
INAH uncovers graves dating back 2,700 years
Archaeologists in Mexico City have discovered 26 graves dating back 2,700 years.
World Cup fans cause a quake in Mexico City
Hirving Lozano scoring the lone goal in Mexico's 1-0 victory over reigning World Cup champion Germany appears to have led to an artificial earthquake in Mexico City.
Lack of financial support endangers future of Ballet Independiente
The Ballet Independiente could close after 51 years due to financial problems.