February 5, anniversary of the Mexican Constitution
The Mexican Constitution is 106 years old. It is the successor of previous constitutions. Its formal proclamation in 1917 contributed to great social, political and economic changes in Mexico. Dr. Óscar Pulido invites us to reflect; “Throughout this time, we must analyze the Constitution from three important aspects: the historical question, the social struggle and the legal part, because it is through these that changes have occurred. It must be remembered that the Constitution is the highest-ranking legal system in the country.”
Trial of Genaro García Luna in the US
Finally, court proceedings against the former Secretary of Public Security of Mexico have begun in Brooklyn, New York. Participation of around 70 accredited witnesses and unprecedented testimonies are expected. García Luna is accused of allowing the Sinaloa Cartel, in earlier years led by Joaquín Guzmán Loera ‘el Chapo’, to operate using all facilities within Mexico. In Mexico, announcements and surprises are anticipated that will surely impact the country’s politics. Also, it will be interesting to discover during the trial if any US government figures were involved.
«Bajío Train», the new tourist project
The «Bajío Train» is an incredible railway project with private financing that seeks to connect Mexico-Querétaro-León through existing tracks. Although the government of Guanajuato has not officially received a presentation in this regard, it has declared itself open to the project. TMSourcing, a service and consulting company, presented the project to the Ministry of Communications and Transportation Infrastructure to carry out as soon as possible. If completed, an extension of 416 kilometers of roads is expected, connected by 12 stations. These stations will connect five metropolitan areas of the country and mobilize more than 40,000 passengers daily. (Source: MXCity).
Today they prepare tamales!
Those who on January 6 found the “muñequito” in their delicious slice of rosca de Reyes cake, became the «godparents of the Christ doll.» They are now responsible for tamales on February 2. This is the day, according to tradition, that they take the Christ doll from their manger and “dress” him. The Catholic tradition then passes through the Carnivals that will be celebrated in March, Lent and Ash Wednesday. This ends with Holy Week. Today, in the markets of the most traditional areas of Mexico, there are places where the Christ dolls are «dressed» as part of this popular festival. Source: Mexico Desconocido
Contest recognizes nine places in the State of Guanajuato
The cities of Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende and Dolores Hidalgo were recognized in “The 100 Must-Sees of Mexico,” in its eighth edition.
The must-sees are: Hotel Villa María Cristina Suites & Spa, Doña Urraca San Miguel de Allende, 1850 Boutique Hotel, Amatxi, Teresita Restaurant, Traditional Dining Room, Casa Mercedes, Tres Raíces Winery and Fabrica la Aurora.
Opera in February!
San Miguel de Allende will dress up with the presentation of Mozart’s opera: Così Fan Tutte. It will be produced by ProMusica de San Miguel and Ópera Insurgente. Filled with wonderful arias, duets, quartets and sextets, this comedy of entanglements and surprises tells the story of two young men, Ferrando and Guglielmo. They are engaged to the beautiful sisters Dorabella and Fiordiligi, respectively. Their cynical friend Don Alfonso assures them that if they are absent, their girlfriends would be unfaithful, and he convinces them to carry out a gruesome plan. Performances will be on Friday the 10th and Saturday the 11th of February, at 5 pm. More information at: https://www.promusicasma.org/.
