Arepas are a Pre-Columbian, maize-based food that’s highly popular in several countries in Latin America, in particular Venezuela and Colombia. Arepas are very versatile and can be prepared in many different ways with a wide range of accompaniments. Click play and learn all about the

In the 1800s, Spain lived through many conflicts between those who supported the absolute monarchy and the liberalists. Among the liberalists was Mariana Pineda, a young woman who fought and died for her ideals. For her bravery, Mariana went on to become a symbol of

K’inich Janaab’ Pakal or Pacal the Great was a Mayan Ahau (king) of the city state of Palenque (southern Mexico). Pakal reigned for 68 years and was highly-respected by his people, as shown by his colossal burial temple. However, due to the conditions of his

Did you know that Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world, and third most studied one worldwide? According to a recent report from the Cervantes Institute, there are almost 489 million native Spanish-speakers in the world, and over 22 million Spanish students.

Every November, the Día de los Muertos festivities take place all across Mexico, but perhaps the most dazzling celebration is the one on Isla de Janitzio. Located on the state of Michoacán, this particular celebration includes ghostly spirits, a buried treasure, and bottomless waters full

Cochinita pibil is a traditional slow-roasted pork dish used to prepare the most delicious tacos in Mexico. Originally from the Yucatan Peninsula, the Cochinita pibil was served as an offering to the gods during important festivities, in particular Día de los Muertos, and it continues

José Antonio Abreu was a Venezuelan musician and orchestra conductor that founded the “Sistema Nacional de Orquestas” (National Network of  Orchestras). This publicly-financed music program aims to provide musical training and education as a way to help at-risk children and youth. Founded in 1975, the

Fray Antón Montesino was a Spanish friar doing missionary work in the island of Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) during the Spanish conquest. He was also the first European to publicly denounce the enslavement and harsh treatment of the indigenous peoples of this island and whose

The National Museum of Anthropology is the largest and most visited museum in Mexico. Located in the area within Chapultepec Park in Mexico City, the museum holds relevant archaeological and anthropological artifacts from Mexico’s pre-Columbian heritage, such as the Stone of the Sun (or the

Lake Titicaca is a large, deep, freshwater lake that serves as a natural border between Bolivia and Perú. This lake has a surface elevation of 3,812 m (12,507 ft), and it’s the largest lake in South America. Also known as the “highest navigable lake” in