The Battle of the Alamo
The Battle of the Alamo, fought between February 23 and March 6, 1836 in a mission in San Antonio, Texas, was a pivotal event and military engagement in the Texas Revolution.
Read moreThe Battle of the Alamo, fought between February 23 and March 6, 1836 in a mission in San Antonio, Texas, was a pivotal event and military engagement in the Texas Revolution.
Read moreMexico City is the biggest and most densely populated city in the whole of the Americas, its vast size matched by its rich cultural and historical identity. A bustling cosmopolitan city, Mexico City is a thriving centre for contemporary culture and the site of several breathtaking historical sites.
Read moreAlmost 200 cities in the world in more then sixty countries now have a metro system and billions of journeys are made on them each year. Here are some fascinating facts on a mode of transport which is part of everyday life in more and more cities across the globe.
Read moreDuring Day of the Dead festivities, food is both eaten by living people and given to the spirits of their departed ancestors as offerings. Tamales are one of the most common dishes prepared for the day .
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