Our neighbor, Mexico, is very interesting and much more complex than we normally think. It has a variety of celebrations and customs. The people of Mexico are a fun-loving people. Its beaches and warm temperatures attract tourists every year. One important thing that attracts tourist to Mexico is its people. They show pride in their country and welcome other people to be part of it. People in Mexico have appetizing foods to eat and taste. One of his favorite dishes is chorizo. Chorizo ​​is a type of cooked sausage, and in Mexico chili peppers are added to give it a spicy flavor. Another Mexican favorite is empanadas. Empanadas are a type of bread filled with chicken and vegetables. Corn and beans are usually found in every meal. Chili pepper is present in most Mexican dishes to give the dish a distinctive flavor. One of the most common peppers used in dishes is the jalapeno. The food of Mexico is truly unique and fun to enjoy. In the country of Mexico there are various customs and traditions. A custom in Mexico is to always bring flowers or a gift the first time a person is invited to your home. Kids don't really talk about St. Nicholas in Mexico. They wait for “Dia de los Reyes”, or Three Kings Day. It is usually celebrated on January 6th. Also on September 16th is Mexico's Independence Day. On Independence Day, Mexicans come out at night and shout, "Viva Mexico!" three times in a row, which means: "Long live Mexico!". Finally, Cinco De Mayo is celebrated on May 5th, which celebrates the victory over the French army. Mexican traditions and customs come from Mexican ancestors from long ago. One of the most important celebrations is the Day of the Dead and the Quinceneras. Quinceaneras are like sweet sixteen celebrities...... middle of paper......g during the year 2009, the Mexican soccer team won 5 Gold Cups and 8 CONCACAF Cups. Mexico has had many world boxing champions. They are boxing champions who have become national heroes and a source of pride. The two most famous boxers are Roberto Duran and Julio Chavez. Roberto Duran was given the name “hands of stone”, but in Spanish it is “manos de piedra”. Julio Chavez was a six-time world champion in three weight categories. One thing that's different about Mexican fighting is the way they show pride. Boxers show their pride by fighting moves and actions. Mexico is proud of the sports it plays. Mexico is an interesting country to visit and learn about. Its different customs are fascinating and engaging. The people in Mexico and the country itself have tons of activities, events, celebrations, and history that make learning about them fun.