Documenting Mexico's Living Culture: 'Guelaguetza'
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July 7, 2013
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Guelaguetza is a magic word that means mutual aid, without further commitment: Reciprocity. It is an ancient custom among communities in the state of Oaxaca in Mexico and applied in all aspects of community life, such as weddings, baptisms, deaths, dances, festivals and other events of importance to the people.

In the full 80-minute documentary, know the meaning of this word and appreciate the evolution of the dancers representing each region etnic.

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