{"id":3963,"date":"2015-09-15T17:10:16","date_gmt":"2015-09-15T22:10:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/lets-retire-in-mexico\/?p=3963"},"modified":"2015-09-15T17:32:49","modified_gmt":"2015-09-15T22:32:49","slug":"mexican-independence-day-celebrating-like-a-true-mexican","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/lets-retire-in-mexico\/2015\/09\/mexican-independence-day-celebrating-like-a-true-mexican\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexican Independence Day: Celebrating Like a True Mexican"},"content":{"rendered":"

We all know that part of being an expert expat is to engage in the country\u2019s culture and traditions. Luckily, you\u2019ve chosen a country that lacks nothing in those areas. Mexico is a country rich in culture, heritage, gastronomy and traditions, and if you\u2019ve been paying attention, you\u2019ll know that September 15th<\/sup> is Mexican Independence Day celebration<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Although Mexico is going through some political and economical rough patches, the spirit of the Mexicans is hard to shoot down. Many citizens will engage in el Grito in the traditional way (by watching the President give the speech on television), others will engage in the fun live with tequila in hand yelling the cry of independence from Spain.<\/p>\n

Traditionally, Mexicans will prepare chiles en nogada<\/em>, pozole<\/em> and nopales<\/em>, amongst other Mexican delicacies that will leave you drooling and wanting more. If you can\u2019t wait to be a real Mexicano<\/em>, here are some places where to celebrate Mexiacn Independence Day with your fellow Mexican friends\u2026and make sure you clear your throat, because you\u2019ll be screaming \u201cViva Mexico!\u201d all night long.<\/p>\n

Mexican Restaurants<\/strong><\/p>\n

Well, this was an obvious one! Traditional Mexican restaurants throughout the Riviera Maya are ready to serve some gourmet, top of the line, and absolutely delicious Mexican dishes to anyone visiting them. With the amount of restaurants available throughout Playa del Carmen, you are sure to find somewhere to try a delicious pozole<\/em> accompanied by a tequila shot. You can either choose one of the many options down 5th<\/sup> Avenue (although you should probably have a reservation), or try your luck at the smaller, more local restaurants off the touristy path.<\/p>\n

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Stroll through Playa\u2019s Main Plaza<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re just out going for a walk, make sure you walk by the main square, Plaza 28 de Julio, where the City Hall is lit up in green, white and red, as well as decorated with sculptures made of lights. If you want to live the full experience, hang around. At 11 the Municipal President, Mauricio Gongora, will come out to the balcony and give the traditional Grito speech\u2026after everyone screams \u201cViva Mexico!\u201d three times, fireworks will go off, Gongora will ring a bell and everyone will celebrate in unison. To top it off, popular norte\u00f1o<\/em> band, Los Tigres del Norte, will be performing completely free! There will also be stalls with food and drinks to go around. Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with other,.<\/p>\n

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Celebrate in Xoximilco (or any Xcaret park!)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Xcaret parks go all out when it\u2019s about celebrating traditions (seriously, look into attending the park for Day of the Dead!). The Independence Day celebration is no exception to this rule, and Xoximilco, their newest park, is where the party will be. Tequila, beer, traditional Mexican food, mariachis, music, dancing, and El Grito\u2026need I say more?<\/p>\n

Bah\u00eda Principe Residential<\/a> & Resort Celebration<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019re sure Bah\u00eda Pr\u00edncipe won\u2019t be the only resort celebrating Independence Day, but it sure knows how to throw a party. The hotel is already quite traditional, built as a hacienda, and their full-day program involves exhibition, dances, performances, food, drinks, and the traditional Grito accompanied by a fireworks display. If you\u2019re already a guest at the hotel, no need to go out to find anything else, you will find it all within!<\/p>\n

12th<\/sup> Street<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mexicans love any good reason to celebrate, even if it\u2019s on a Tuesday (Wednesday might be a slow business day). If you\u2019re eager to keep drinking tequila, beer and other traditional Mexican drinks after giving el Grito, head over to 12th<\/sup> street and hop into any of the many clubs and bars available. They will be playing traditional Mexican music while all tourists and locals keep screaming the words we all love to hear.<\/p>\n

If all else fails, you can always head over to Pozoles Do\u00f1a Olga the next day (or any day of the year) for a delicious pozole<\/em> made by true Mexican hands. Are you ready to give El Grito de Dolores? We sure are! Don\u2019t forget to dress up in traditional Mexican colors and to be ready to see Mexicans celebrate like there is no tomorrow.<\/p>\n

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Top Mexico Real Estate is a proud American-owned real estate company, leader in its field in the Riviera Maya. If you are looking to become one true Mexican during these festive dates, make sure you check out our array of real estate options. If you have any questions, please contact one of our Top Mexico Buyers\u2019 Representatives who will gladly guide you through the process of becoming a homeowner in Mexico.<\/p>\n

And remember, here at Top Mexico Real Estate<\/strong>\u2026<\/p>\n

We Make It Happen!<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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