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Mexico is the fifth-largest country in the Americas by total area and the 14th largest independent nation in the world. With an estimated population of 111 million it is the 11th most populous country and the most populous Hispanophone country on earth. In Pre-Columbian Mesoamerica many cultures matured into advanced civilizations such as the Olmec, the Toltec, the Teotihuacan, the Zapotec, the Maya and the Aztec before the first contact with Europeans. In 1521, Spain conquered and colonized the territory, which was administered as the viceroyalty of New Spain which would eventually become Mexico as the colony gained independence in 1821.
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  • The Old Blast Furnaces of Fundidora Monterrey are an extraordinary example of Mexican technological progress, because they are the origin of the first modern siderurgical company, fully integrated for steel production to be established in Latin America. It was constructed in the period of stability and industrial promotion of president Porfirio Díaz; an important period in Mexican history, when foreign investment was encouraged, which was a factor in the creation of Compañía Fundidora de Fierro y Acero de Monterrey. This, coupled with regional capitals, led to the installation of the first Blast Furnace.  The company's legacy to Monterrey was not just its capital, but also its machines, its scientific discoveries applied to industry, its work management systems and its architecture. It was in these very Furnaces, in "la Maestranza" training facilities, where former farmers acquired new knowledge and skills, to give rise to a new lifestyle and a new social organization to build the foundations of the national history of work and labor culture.

    The Old Blast Furnaces of Fundidora Monterrey are an extraordinary example of Mexican technological progress, because they are the origin of the first modern siderurgical company, fully integrated for steel production to be established in Latin America. It was constructed in the period of stability and industrial promotion of president Porfirio Díaz; an important period in Mexican history, when foreign investment was encouraged, which was a factor in the creation of Compañía Fundidora de Fierro y Acero de Monterrey. This, coupled with regional capitals, led to the installation of the first Blast Furnace. The company's legacy to Monterrey was not just its capital, but also its machines, its scientific discoveries applied to industry, its work management systems and its architecture. It was in these very Furnaces, in "la Maestranza" training facilities, where former farmers acquired new knowledge and skills, to give rise to a new lifestyle and a new social organization to build the foundations of the national history of work and labor culture.

  • The Santa Lucia Riverwalk (Spanish: Paseo Santa Lucía) is an artificial river located in the Mexican city of Monterrey, Nuevo León.  It is one of the most important attractions in the city. It was part of the 2007 Universal Forum of Cultures' attractions highlighting Monterrey's cultural heritage and progressive excellence.

    The Santa Lucia Riverwalk (Spanish: Paseo Santa Lucía) is an artificial river located in the Mexican city of Monterrey, Nuevo León. It is one of the most important attractions in the city. It was part of the 2007 Universal Forum of Cultures' attractions highlighting Monterrey's cultural heritage and progressive excellence.

  • The Santa Lucia Riverwalk (Spanish: Paseo Santa Lucía) is an artificial river located in the Mexican city of Monterrey, Nuevo León. It is one of the most important attractions in the city. It was part of the 2007 Universal Forum of Cultures' attractions highlighting Monterrey's cultural heritage and progressive excellence.

    The Santa Lucia Riverwalk (Spanish: Paseo Santa Lucía) is an artificial river located in the Mexican city of Monterrey, Nuevo León. It is one of the most important attractions in the city. It was part of the 2007 Universal Forum of Cultures' attractions highlighting Monterrey's cultural heritage and progressive excellence.

  • Overview of Tenerías Restaurant on the Santa Lucía Riverwalk.

    Overview of Tenerías Restaurant on the Santa Lucía Riverwalk.

  • The cotton candy man in front of the 18th century Santiago Apóstol church, which is located in Villa de Santiago, Mexico.  

Villa de Santiago is only 15 minutes SE of Monterrey, Mexico.  In 2006, it was highlighted by the Secretary of Tourism as part of the "Pueblos Mágicos", a special collection of villages around the country that offer visitors a "magical" experience by reason of their natural beauty, cultural riches, or historical relevance. 

Awards/Publications: 
 CNN Mexico.  Aired March 2010.

Don's note: He was sitting down when I asked him if I could take a picture, he agreed and stood up for a smile.  All RAW/DPP adjustments, no post editing.

    The cotton candy man in front of the 18th century Santiago Apóstol church, which is located in Villa de Santiago, Mexico. Villa de Santiago is only 15 minutes SE of Monterrey, Mexico. In 2006, it was highlighted by the Secretary of Tourism as part of the "Pueblos Mágicos", a special collection of villages around the country that offer visitors a "magical" experience by reason of their natural beauty, cultural riches, or historical relevance. Awards/Publications: CNN Mexico. Aired March 2010. Don's note: He was sitting down when I asked him if I could take a picture, he agreed and stood up for a smile. All RAW/DPP adjustments, no post editing.

  • 18th century Santiago Apóstol church located in Villa de Santiago, Mexico. 

Villa de Santiago is only 15 minutes SE of Monterrey, Mexico. In 2006, it was highlighted by the Secretary of Tourism as part of the "Pueblos Mágicos", a special collection of villages around the country that offer visitors a "magical" experience by reason of their natural beauty, cultural riches, or historical relevance.

    18th century Santiago Apóstol church located in Villa de Santiago, Mexico. Villa de Santiago is only 15 minutes SE of Monterrey, Mexico. In 2006, it was highlighted by the Secretary of Tourism as part of the "Pueblos Mágicos", a special collection of villages around the country that offer visitors a "magical" experience by reason of their natural beauty, cultural riches, or historical relevance.

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  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010. Luche Libre Wrestling.

  • "Guadalajara Woman". According to the Mexican government, in 2006, of the 108 million people in the country, about 45 million are living in inherited poverty, where circumstances related to previous generations such as debts and lack of access to basic resources continue on to the next generation.  

(Don's note: I walked around Guadalajara's Centro area and saw this elderly woman selling sponges besides one of the 19th century churches.  In my broken Spanish, I was able to get permission for a picture.)

This image has been released/licensed (non-exclusive) to CNN.

    "Guadalajara Woman". According to the Mexican government, in 2006, of the 108 million people in the country, about 45 million are living in inherited poverty, where circumstances related to previous generations such as debts and lack of access to basic resources continue on to the next generation. (Don's note: I walked around Guadalajara's Centro area and saw this elderly woman selling sponges besides one of the 19th century churches. In my broken Spanish, I was able to get permission for a picture.) This image has been released/licensed (non-exclusive) to CNN.

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    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.
    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.
    Coliseo Arena, Monterrey, Mexico, Feb 23rd, 2010.  Luche Libre Wrestling.