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Four of Mexico City's original pueblos celebrate the annual El Leñerito event, which evokes the spirit of these indigenous communities in pre-Hispanic times.

Rituals unite Mexico City’s original communities under a modern purpose

Joseph Sorrentino - February 24, 2021 0

In Cholula, artisans make bricks by hand using sand, clay and soil.

Though it’s not easy work, the ancient art of brickmaking lives...

Joseph Sorrentino - February 17, 2021 0

Needles are not the only danger cactus farmers in Morelos face.

In the remote farmlands of Morelos, wildlife can take you by...

Joseph Sorrentino - February 10, 2021 0

These days, Guadalupe José Medina Tima's shoeshine business makes him 300 pesos a day, the absolute minimum amount that will feed his family.

With Covid killing tourism, Cholula’s street vendors face a daily battle...

Joseph Sorrentino - February 9, 2021 0

Far from solemn, quiet affairs, religious processions in Mexico, including funerals, are accompanied by loud music provided by bands featuring brass, woodwinds, and percussion.

At these holy processions comes devotion, along with a most joyful...

Joseph Sorrentino - February 3, 2021 0

A woman in the remote Oaxaca village of San José Tenango.

A Oaxaca photography trip becomes a lesson in ceding to the...

Joseph Sorrentino - January 27, 2021 0

Cholula

At a Covid crossroads, some Cholula businesses fear they’ve closed for...

Joseph Sorrentino - January 16, 2021 0

When crossing streets here, plan on all types of oncoming vehicles.

The best advice for pedestrians in Mexico: show no fear

Joseph Sorrentino - January 13, 2021 0

Each baker puts their own stamp on rosca de reyes, a traditional Candlemas bread.

Kings’ Day bread is all about tradition, but each baker’s method...

Joseph Sorrentino - January 6, 2021 0

Italian Epiphany tradition helps a Puebla town remember its heritage

Joseph Sorrentino - December 30, 2020 0

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