ncept of duality is quite intriguing as it is represented in Mexican culture. Many different aspects of life have a light and dark side. Perhaps the most notable duality is the origin of the country from both Spanish and Indian descent. In Mexico there is a mixture of the two cultures as they combine to create a nation3. A Mexican of Spanish descent is called a Creole while one of mixed indigenous and Spanish descent is called a mestizo3. Both descents influence the Mexican culture as certain rites and traditions are derived from both. For example, the Day of the Dead is revived from indigenous heritage3. The mixing of Spanish and Indian ancestry in Mexico has been integral in the forming of the culture.The great metropolis of Mexico City has a strong representation of duality in itself. The bustling city has many dark and light sides and many opposing opinions and facets3. It seems Mexicans have a love/hate relationship with the city in that they complain about the many problems and difficulties while they enjoy the bright benefits of the culture including the robust culture3. For example, Mexico City residents may resent the crowds, traffic, and pollution of the city while they benefit from all the different cultures represented and the numerous opportunities presented3. The National Geographic film3 illustrated this through some of the art of Tomayo. For example, in one of his sculptures Tomayo carved a mask with two opposing sides. One side was normal while the other was deformed and unsightly3. Tomayo stated how his art represents the feelings and culture of Mexico and described how the sculpture represented the tragic and humorous comedy of Mexican culture, how sometimes Mexico frequently makes fun of tragedy3. The people of Mexico City also operate on this duality. Riding also illustrates duality in his essay. For example, the manner in which men treat women in Mexico forms a duality1. He describes how the moth...
