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Postcard from San Juan Chamula, Chiapas, Mexico: Coke is for Everyone, Dead or Alive

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Teaching “the world to sing in perfect harmony” might be great in many markets, even in Mexico. But some niche markets are tougher to crack than others. Take the residents of San Juan Chamula. Chamulans are so fiercely independent, they virtually are independent. Outsiders pay a toll to even enter the town. Residents’ primary language… Continue reading Postcard from San Juan Chamula, Chiapas, Mexico: Coke is for Everyone, Dead or Alive

Postcard from San Juan Chamula, Chiapas, Mexico: Grooming Graves to Welcome Back the Dead

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Hallowmas, or All Saints Day, is such a convenient make-up day for Catholics. There are so many saints, some have been forgotten. November 1 represents a time to remember all of them in one powerful group prayer. The following day, All Souls Day, is ideal for praying for all the departed, particularly those who escaped hell but were… Continue reading Postcard from San Juan Chamula, Chiapas, Mexico: Grooming Graves to Welcome Back the Dead

Postcard from San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico: Churches exhibit a spirit of tolerance

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Having already posted about the unorthodox fashion sported by statues of saints in San Cristobal de las Casas and some of the religious practices in San Juan Chamula, there are a few remaining photographs of churches to share. What struck us the most when visiting these churches was the seeming tolerance by the Catholic Church… Continue reading Postcard from San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico: Churches exhibit a spirit of tolerance