Tequixquiac facts for kids

Tequixquiac is a town and a larger area called a municipality in the state of Mexico. It is located in the country of Mexico. About 33,080 people live in the whole municipality, with 22,080 living in the main town of Santiago Tequixquiac.

Tequixquiac is known for its rich history and interesting culture. It has a mix of old traditions and modern life. The area is also famous for a very old bone carving found there.

What is Tequixquiac like?

Tequixquiac is a municipality that includes the main town of Santiago Tequixquiac and other smaller communities. It is led by a person called the Municipal President. This person helps make decisions for the area.

The municipality is located in the State of Mexico, which is one of the states in Mexico. It is in the Central Time Zone, just like many places in North America.

History of Tequixquiac

Tequixquiac has a very long history. People have lived here for thousands of years. One of the most amazing discoveries is the Sacrum bone.

The Ancient Sacrum Bone

The Sacrum bone from Tequixquiac is a very old piece of art.

A very special bone was found in Tequixquiac. It is called the Sacrum bone and is thought to be a piece of prehistoric art. This means it was carved by people who lived a very long time ago, even before written history. It shows how creative ancient people were.

Old Trails and Settlements

In the past, important roads crossed through Tequixquiac. One of these was the Camino Real. This was a historic trail used during the time when Spain ruled Mexico. It helped connect different parts of the country.

Many old houses and buildings from the Spanish period can still be seen. For example, Casa Grande in Tlapanaloya is an old house built in the Spanish style.

Culture and Traditions

Tequixquiac has many interesting cultural traditions, including dances and celebrations.

Traditional Dances

The Contradanza de las Varas is a dance with a long history.

One traditional dance is the Contradanza de las Varas. This dance was started by the Spanish in 1652. It is still performed today.

Another important dance is by the Concheros of Tlapanaloya. This is an indigenous dance that comes from the Tequixquiac municipality. It shows the rich heritage of the native people.

Local Celebrations

During Holy Week, there is a special event called the Silence procession. People walk quietly in a procession, which is a very respectful tradition.

Sports and Activities

Charrería is a traditional Mexican sport.

Charrería is a very old sport practiced in Tequixquiac. It is like a Mexican rodeo and involves horseback riding skills.

Other sports are also popular, like racquetball and basketball. People enjoy playing these sports in local areas.

Food in Tequixquiac

The food in Tequixquiac is delicious and reflects Mexican traditions.

• Mole: A rich sauce often served with chicken.
• Red rice and nopales: Rice cooked with a red sauce and cactus pads.
• Etamalli or bean tamales: A traditional dish made from corn dough filled with beans and steamed.
• Gorditas and potatoes: Thick corn tortillas often filled with different ingredients.
• Grilled rabbit: A local specialty.
• Tejocotes: A type of fruit often made into a sweet dessert.
• Pulque: A traditional alcoholic drink made from the agave plant.
• Pambazo: A type of Mexican sandwich dipped in a red chili sauce.

Nature and Environment

Tequixquiac has natural areas, including mountains and rivers.

Mesa Ahumada Mountain

An ancient Otomian carving on Mesa Ahumada mountain.

Mesa Ahumada is a mountain in the area. It is home to native plants like the Tejocote tree. Ancient carvings, called petroglyphs, made by the Otomian people can be found on this mountain. These carvings tell us about the people who lived there long ago.

Río Salado de Hueypoxtla

The Río Salado de Hueypoxtla is a river that flows through the area. Sometimes, people organize clean-up events to help keep the river healthy. This shows how much the community cares about its environment.

Education

Tequixquiac has schools for children. For example, Xinachtli is a private kindergarten. This shows that the community values education for its younger members.

Images for kids

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  Tejocote tree a native plant on Mesa Ahumada.

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  Tequixquiac.

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  Tequixquiac, a Mexican municipality does not allow residential units on agricultural land.

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  Cleaning of Río Salado de Hueypoxtla, was an ecological activism in Tlapanaloya.

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  Tequixquiac town in the Encomiendas map from New Spain, 1685.

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  School children in the Grand Channel, 1964.

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  The Camino Real, in Spanish period, was a historic trail that crossed by Tequixquiac.

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  Bus station in Cuauhtémoc main plaza in Santiago Tequixquiac.

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  Municipality House in Santiago Tequixquiac.

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  Tequixquiac workers in CEMEX Panamá.

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  Casa Grande, a Spanish stile old house in Tlapanaloya.

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  Concheros of Tlapanaloya, an indigenous dance from Tequixquiac municipality

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  Silence procession at Holy Week

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  Private kindergarten Xinachtli

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  The Forcados in Tequixquiac, a Portuguese heritage.

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  Basketball played in Tequixquiac

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  Mole, red rice and nopales

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  Etamalli or bean tamales

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  Gorditas and potatoes

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  Grilled rabbit

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  Tejocotes

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  Pulque

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  Pambazo

See also

In Spanish: Municipio de Tequixquiac para niños