Introduction History Mexico as a nation holds a great deal of pride in its vast history and signs such as icons and landmarks make-up a significant portion of the country's cultural environment through its practices, stories, and its architecture. The symbols of the country date back as far as Mexico's history. In order to gain a true appreciation of the Mexican culture, and furthermore interact with its people, it is essential that a traveler have …showed first 75 words of 4749 total…

…showed last 75 words of 4749 total…ay, however, encounter certain Mexicans who prefer to shorten their names by choosing either the father's or mother's surname. In this circumstance, you will be encouraged to use only the favored last name. In writing, you'll notice that a Mexican will sometimes reduce his or her second surname to an initial.