Each exterior wall of UNAM’s Biblioteca Central in Mexico City tells of different eras. The north wall of the Central Library faces the pre-Hispanic past. It shows the duality of life and death. On one side are the gods of life and creation. Quetzalcoatl appears as a feathered serpent. Tlaloc carries a mat on his back. On the other side are the gods of darkness and death. … [Read more...] about The UNAM Biblioteca Central: Juan O’Gorman’s Stone Mosaic Masterpiece
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Is Angelina Jolie in Tulum Scouting Locations for Her Next Film?
Photo: Luan Fonseca / Unsplash Unconfirmed reports out of Quintana Roo suggest that two of Hollywood's biggest names may be eyeing Tulum as the backdrop for a new film project. According to multiple Mexican news outlets, Angelina Jolie and Salma Hayek Pinault were recently spotted visiting natural locations in the area, including the … [Read more...] about Is Angelina Jolie in Tulum Scouting Locations for Her Next Film?
New Single by Mandinga Refuses to Play Nice: Watch the Video Here…
All photos courtesy Mandinga Mandinga, the European band best-known for their unique blend of Latin rhythms and global pop sensibilities, has just released their latest single… and it’s a hot one. Marking a deliberate shift toward Latin urban territory, the track, Mala, is now available on all major streaming platforms and pairs Afrobeat-influenced production with … [Read more...] about New Single by Mandinga Refuses to Play Nice: Watch the Video Here…
Final Days: 200 Artful Nopales Take Over Mexico City’s Main Plaza
Mexico City's iconic Zócalo has become an unexpected garden where 200 cactus sculptures dominate the vast concrete square. The open-air exhibition, named "Nopalera en el corazón," transforms the Plaza de la Constitución into a vibrant showcase where artists reimagine one of Mexico's most recognizable symbols. Time is running short to see this ambitious project. The … [Read more...] about Final Days: 200 Artful Nopales Take Over Mexico City’s Main Plaza
