27 letters of the alphabet, 27 chapters on Mexican gastronomy, history, art, people and all kinds of local oddities
A book that is not read from beginning to end, but every time you flip through it brings new tastes, sensations, feelings and knowledge. Not excluding a pinch of chilli.
Mexico is a vast country and it is said that one lifetime is not enough to explore it. But why not at least try? Mexikopedia presents in alphabetically arranged topics more or less known areas of Mexican culture, gastronomy, of nature, of art and history - from the breathtaking Agave plant, through the unique Indian Baroque, the mysterious celebration of All Souls' Day, Mexico's patron saint, Our Lady of Guadalupe, the iconic painter Frida Kahlo, the mysterious Lacandon Jungle, migratory monarch butterflies, divine tacos, Mexican naked xoloitzcuintles to the pre-Columbian lost wax jewellery methour And much more. All this is accompanied by colour illustrations and dozens of photographs.
The author, who has been living in Mexico for several years, provides readers with authentic experiences, her own insights and useful travel recommendations, including a series of colour photographs on all the topics covered in the book.
Mexikopedia is intended for all those who have already managed to get under the skin of Mexico, but also for those who are still thinking about visiting it and looking for the last nudge to buy a ticket. However, it will also please those who prefer to travel with just a finger on the map and like to read about foreign countries. Because the sheer Mexican joie de vivre is something each and every one of us deserves.
