A Malaysian’s Mexican Diary

A Malaysian’s Mexican Diary This page exposes you to real experiences in Mexico, not just what you see in movies.

26/08/2025

Inspired by Elvis Presley! Exceptional show by Barcelo Huatulco, Oaxaca!

26/08/2025

Amazing energy!

17/11/2024

The Voladores (Flyers) is a ritualistic performance originating from the indigenous Mesoamerican cultures, particularly associated with the Totonac, Nahuatl, and Otomí peoples. Known as the Dance of the Flyers, this tradition is primarily practiced in Mexico, especially in the state of Veracruz, but also in Puebla, Hidalgo, and San Luis Potosí.

The Ritual of the Voladores

The ritual involves five participants:

1. The Caporal, who plays a flute and drum at the top of a tall pole, symbolizing a connection with the divine.

2. The other four participants, known as "flyers," perform the aerial part of the ceremony.

The Process of the Ritual

1. The Pole: A mast between 20 and 30 meters (65-100 feet) tall is used. It symbolizes the axis of the universe or the "tree of life."

2. Preparation: The flyers climb the pole and tie ropes to their waists or legs, while the caporal plays traditional music from the top.

3. The Flight: The flyers launch themselves backward from the top of the pole, spinning in the air as the ropes unwind. Each flyer makes 13 spins, totaling 52, representing the weeks of a solar year.

Meaning

The ritual has pre-Hispanic origins and is linked to fertility, rain, and communication with the gods. The dance and flight were offerings to ensure good harvests and maintain balance between the heavens and the earth.

Cultural Heritage

In 2009, UNESCO declared the Ritual of the Voladores an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, recognizing its cultural and symbolic significance.

The Estadio Akron, located in Zapopan, Jalisco, near Guadalajara, is a renowned stadium that serves as the home of Club ...
08/11/2024

The Estadio Akron, located in Zapopan, Jalisco, near Guadalajara, is a renowned stadium that serves as the home of Club Deportivo Guadalajara, better known as Chivas. Opened in 2010, this state-of-the-art venue has a capacity of around 46,000 seats and is recognized for its unique architecture, which resembles a volcano with a green roof that integrates into the surrounding landscape. Estadio Akron has become an iconic venue in Mexican soccer, hosting national and international events, including matches for the Mexican national team and the 2011 Pan American Games.
2026 World Cup certain games will be played in Akron.

The stadium recently garnered additional excitement when Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, a former star for Manchester United, Real Madrid, and the Mexican national team, was spotted on the field. His presence fueled speculation and excitement among fans, as Chicharito began his professional career with Chivas and remains one of Mexico’s most beloved soccer figures.

This moment was particularly special, as Chicharito’s return to Estadio Akron stirred nostalgia and hope for a potential reunion with Chivas, especially as he is revered for his skill, passion, and contributions to Mexican soccer. His presence highlighted the enduring connection between the player, the club, and fans.

The Mummy Museum in Guanajuato, Mexico, is one of the city’s most famous and haunting attractions. Located in the state ...
08/11/2024

The Mummy Museum in Guanajuato, Mexico, is one of the city’s most famous and haunting attractions. Located in the state of Guanajuato, this museum houses an extensive collection of naturally mummified bodies, which were exhumed between the 19th and early 20th centuries. The mummies were preserved due to unique environmental conditions in the cemetery, including the dry climate and specific soil composition, which led to natural mummification.

The origins of the museum date back to the 1860s, when families were required to pay burial fees to keep their loved ones interred. If they couldn’t pay, the bodies were exhumed. The naturally preserved corpses became a curiosity, and in 1969, the collection was officially turned into a museum. Today, it features over 100 mummies, including some of the smallest mummies in the world.

A visit to the Mummy Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into Guanajuato’s cultural and historical attitudes toward death, while also sparking discussions on mortality and preservation. The museum also highlights the religious and social dynamics of 19th-century Mexico and has inspired various artistic works, including films.

Durga Puja is an annual festival originating in the Indian subcontinent which reveres and pays homage to the Hindu godde...
08/11/2024

Durga Puja is an annual festival originating in the Indian subcontinent which reveres and pays homage to the Hindu goddess Durga, and is also celebrated because of Durga's victory over Mahishasura. It is particularly celebrated in the Indian state of West Bengal,Odisha,Tripura, Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, Assam and by Hindus in Bangladesh. (Source: Wikipedia)

This event was organized by the Indians who currently live in Guadalajara, Mexico. The deities were handmade and created by the talented devotees themselves. It was a beautiful ceremony which started with the worshipping of Goddess Durga, and continued with traditional Indian food and performances till late night. Performances by the local Mexicans and Indians made the event spectacular, and a memorable one indeed!

A Mexican restaurant with excellent food and a beautiful ambience
08/11/2024

A Mexican restaurant with excellent food and a beautiful ambience

A beautiful parade of horse riding at Puerto Vallarta!
07/11/2024

A beautiful parade of horse riding at Puerto Vallarta!

Death is often associated with mourning, grief and solemnity. It’s quite different in Mexico, be it a funeral or Dia de ...
07/11/2024

Death is often associated with mourning, grief and solemnity. It’s quite different in Mexico, be it a funeral or Dia de Mu***os. The Day of the Dead is when family and friends gather to pay respect, and remember friends and family members who have passed on. Traditions connected with the holiday include honouring the deceased using calaveras (human skull or skeleton) and marigold flowers known as “cempazúchitl”, building home altars called “ofrendas” with the favorite foods and beverages of the departed, and visiting graves with these items as gifts for the deceased. The celebration is not solely focused on the dead, as it is also common to give gifts to friends such as candy sugar skulls, to share the traditional “pan de muerto” with family and friends, and to write light-hearted and often irreverent verses in the form of mock epitaphs dedicated to living friends and acquaintances, a literary form known as calaveras literarias. (Source of information: Wikipedia)

Dirección

Mexico City

Página web

Notificaciones

Sé el primero en enterarse y déjanos enviarle un correo electrónico cuando A Malaysian’s Mexican Diary publique noticias y promociones. Su dirección de correo electrónico no se utilizará para ningún otro fin, y puede darse de baja en cualquier momento.

Atajos

Compartir

Categoría