Contrary to popular belief, Mexico does celebrate Cinco de Mayo, but it is not a major holiday like Independence Day. In Mexico, Independence Day (September 16) is the most important national holiday, and it is celebrated with parades, festivals, and fireworks.
Cinco de Mayo is primarily celebrated in the state of Puebla, where the battle was fought, and it has become a symbol of Mexican national pride and resistance against foreign intervention.
Does Cinco de Mayo celebrate Mexican culture?
Cinco de Mayo has become a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage in the United States, where it is often associated with Mexican food, music, and traditions. However, in Mexico, the day primarily commemorates a military victory over the French Empire and is not necessarily seen as a celebration of Mexican culture. Nonetheless, the day has become an important symbol of Mexican national pride and resistance against foreign intervention.
