Non Western Blog - The Beauty of Mexican Culture and Arts
In a world of conflicting opinions, continuous warfare, and differing cultures/religious beliefs, there is one thing nations have always shared in common: art. Regardless of where one travels, some form of art will be there to greet them with open arms. What makes art so delightful is how broad it can be. As a result, cultures blend into art and create a harmonious visual or sound that anyone can appreciate, no matter if they share that same culture. A culture that I have always valued and admired is that of Mexico. It may have started when I learned about "Día de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead): a holiday traditionally celebrated in Mexico from October 31st through November 2nd. In America, the death of a loved one is solemn. The mourning period of that loved one can last a lifetime full of many fallen tears and heartbreak. Regularly, those who have lost someone close to them may try to avoid anything that reminds them of that person as a way of mourning their loss. The fune
