Mexican culture values the arts and uses their 200 peso banknote to honor their rich cultural history, while the United States showcases a racist slave owner on its ten-dollar bill. This simple contrast illustrates one of the differences in our societies. The Mexican 200 peso note has Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz a poet, nun, feminist, playwright and one of the most iconic writers of colonial Mexico during the Golden Age of Spanish literature in the 15’s. The United States bank notes feature a long line of dead presidents the ten dollar bill specifically Thomas Jefferson. A 200 peso note is equivalent approximately to a 10 dollar bill in value and common in circulation. I was struck by a simple contrast between the culture of Mexico and the culture of the United States when I exchanged some money for the trip after landing in Leon. I was very impressed with the professionalism, deep knowledge and passion of the agronomists, crop consultants and farmers that I met during my trip.Īlthough my focus for the short trip was business, I hope to return when I have more time to soak up the incredible culture, cuisine and heritage of the two colonial cities I saw briefly. Guanajuato and San Miguel are both UNESCO world heritage sites and amazing places to visit. The diversity of crops and cropping systems in Mexico are remarkable. I had the good fortune to be traveling and working alongside several local soil scientists discussing the needs for better crop nutrition in Mexico. I was in San Miguel de Yendes, Mexico last week on business. Your elusive form too readily slipped free,Īnd though to my arms you are forever lost, Though from encircling bonds that held you fast If to your sweet charms attracted I submit, Stay, shadow of contentment too short-lived, Sonnet 165īy Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz (1651 – 1695) Que aunque dejas burlado el lazo estrecho Join 470 other subscribers Search for: ArchivesĬurrent 200 Peso Mexican Bank Note with Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz 1983 1000 Peso Mexican Bank Note with Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz
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