Tag: mexico
Aztec Sun Stone: The Iconic Calendar of Ancient Mexico
Discover the Aztec Sun Stone, a masterpiece of ancient Mexican art that reveals the beliefs, cosmology, and power of the Aztec Empire.
Archeologists Investigate Chichen Itza: The Great Maya City Of Worship And Sacrifice
Discover the incredible history of Chichen Itza, the crown jewel of the Mayan civilization. From the precision of the El Caracol observatory to the brutal rituals of the Great Ball Court, this documentary explores how a city of 50,000 people thrived in th...
15 Iconic Flavor Bases from Around the World
From the classic French Mirepoix to the Spanish Sofrito, understanding these essential building blocks is the key to creating authentic and delicious regional dishes.
Inside the Secret Underground Cave Filled With Giant Crystals
It's a secret spot you have to see to believe - and 60 Minutes was allowed a rare look inside the incredible giant crystal cave at the centre of the earth.
Ancient canals revive Mexico City's past
Mexico City is home to 22 million residents, making it one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world.
Geronimo: Apache Warrior, Spiritual Leader, American Legend
Geronimo, the fearless Apache leader, fought for his people’s land, freedom, and legacy—becoming a symbol of resistance, survival, and Indigenous pride.
Can We Save Mexico City’s Famous Axolotls?
In the southern part of Mexico City lies Xochimilco, a maze of canals filled with boats, music, food and tourists. But Xochimilco is more than that. It’s one of the last remnants of the interconnected lakes that once surrounded Tenochtitlan, the ancient c...
The Real Way Burritos Are Made in Mexico
Here's a cold hard fact: Mexican burritos are nothing like the ones from Chipotle or Taco Bell here in the USA. Today, with the almighty Chef Jonathan Zaragoza, we’re diving into 5 popular, regional burritos from Mexico—making them, tasting them, and crow...
Inside Look: Nayarit House Models
Join curator Laura Filloy Nadal on a tour through ancient Nayarit house models, offering a unique window into life in West Mexico between 100 BCE and 200 CE.
How Mata Ortiz Pottery Is Made
Mata Ortiz pottery is a modern recreation of the Mogollon pottery style found at the archeological site of Casas Grandes in Chihuahua, Mexico. The style is named after the modern town of Mata Ortiz, which is close to the archeological site.
The Most Expensive Painting Appraised On Antiques Roadshow
A painting lost, found, then lost and found again, only to be called a fake and tossed behind a door. What's the history of the multi-million dollar painting that one lucky Antiques Roadshow attendee found?
Mexico's Day of the Dead Celebrations
Every November 1st and 2nd, Mexico holds its largest public celebration: Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, a fusion of Roman Catholic and Indigenous rituals that honor and remember deceased loved ones.
Why 82% of Mexico is Empty
Mexico’s geography makes it vulnerable to extreme weather events, such as tropical cyclones and floods, that threaten the country’s aging transportation, power, and water infrastructure. Mexico’s economically important coastal tourism sector is also at ri...
The Animated History of Mexico
Mexico has a mysterious ancient past and an unstable contemporary history, but the lessons it can teach us go far beyond its nationhood.
The Barbacoa Queen of Los Angeles
Petra Zavaleta is the chef behind Barbakush, a street food operation that serves traditional lamb barbacoa in Los Angeles, by way of Puebla, Mexico.