Five centuries ago, newly arrived in what is now Mexico, the Spanish conquistadors banned an indigenous game involving a heavy ball, circular stone goals and human sacrifice. A man plays a ...

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Archaeologists have discovered a massive ceremonial skull rack from the heyday of the Aztec empire in the heart of Mexico City, a find that could shed new light on how its ...

MEXICO CITY — Mexico City is marking the 700th anniversary of its founding with a series of public events on Saturday, including artistic performances honoring the city’s Indigenous origins. Artists ...

Despite their reputation for violence, the Aztecs had a finely honed taste for the delicate, the exquisite, and the fragrant. They adored flowers, perfumes, brightly painted walls, and epic poetry. In ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Women in Mexico are buying chinampas, ancient Aztec island farms, to preserve a threatened ecosystem through ...

Photo Illustration: Will Tullos / The Athletic (Franck Fife, Cesar Rodriguez, Mauricio Salas via Getty Images) Mexico City is the most beautiful kind of chaos you will find in the Americas, a vibrant ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Though the new animated feature “Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires” bears the name of one of the most emblematic ...

Mexico City is also a place where going solo doesn’t mean going it alone. Let GetYourGuide show you the way; they’re a travel experiences platform that connects curious explorers with unforgettable ...

Behind the colorful trajineras and lively party boats, locals are working to preserve Xochimilco’s history, culture, and fragile ecosystem surrounding its floating farms. Contributor. Forbes ...

Now, a group of young players are bringing the game back to life for the first time in Mexico City -- without the human sacrifice -- at the site of an old garbage dump. The players proudly tie thick ...