Contemporary documentary photography in Casa de Cultura

Contemporary documentary photography workshop will reach Casa de la Cultura de Colima this May 30

Colima, Col.- Organized by the Program Creators in the States, the Federal Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Culture of the State Government, will the workshop "The major themes of contemporary documentary photography" to Isaac Sala Alberto House Culture of Colima. Taught by photographer Melba Cortez Arellano, a native of San Jeronimo, will last from May 30 to June 3 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

"The major themes of contemporary documentary photography" is aimed at anyone interested in exploring the possibilities of contemporary documentary photography, challenge themselves and discover their own skills and interests.

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Festival Internacional del Volcan Colima

Today is the first day of the first annual festival. There will be sports activities like paragliding, bike race and athletic events.If your interest is more cultural activities also there for you with art exhibitions, photography, folk dance, events opera, symphony, among other interesting activities. From the 30th until the 8th of May.

Info site in Spanish with schedule and map

Festival Internacional del Volcan Colima on Facebook

Colima volcano from afar

This is from a month ago and the big eruption. Taken from a boat while fishing offshore of Playa de Cocos close to Barra de Navidad in Jalisco. I could have seen it from my roof but didn't know to look.

Eruption and Lightning

A volcanic eruption which proves that reality can overtake fantasy. At dawn on Sunday 6 December 2015 occurred this magnificent explosion incandescent Colima Volcano, accompanied by lightning and pyroclastic. Photo taken from the viewpoint of the volcano lagoon Carrizalillos, Comala 12.5 km away the crater.

Mezcal at the Feria de Todos los Santos

Today our hearts are happy with a special visit to the Feria de Todos los Santos. Don Memo Rios, of Colima traditional pottery maker of the Capacha style used to replicate prehispanic Mezcal. He invites you to the fair to try mezcal and the culture.

Playa Boca de Apiza

One of seven new protected areas in Mexico

Santuario Playa Boca de Apiza - El Chupadero - El Tecuanillo

Although the Coahuayana river is the division between the states of Colima and Michoacan the beach name belongs to both states. Technically the reserve is on the Colima side of the river,

Natural coastal wetland with dominant thorn scrubs and low deciduous forest vegetation, and in the surroundings, coastal dunes, seagrass beds and mangroves. Three of the 7 species of marine turtles registered in Mexico hatch their eggs in these beaches: Lepidochelys olivacea, Dermochelys coriacea, and Chelonia agassizi.

The Sanctuary provides a habitat for a number of resident and migratory, terrestrial and aquatic birds, many of which are threatened or endangered, such as the Wood Stork (Mycteria americana), the Reddish Egret (Egretta rufescens), the Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias), the Bare-throated Tiger-Heron (Tigrisoma mexicanum), and the Agami Heron (Agamia agami).

Colima Volcano very active

Volcan de Fuego has been extremely active for the last week. That daytime shot is unbelievable. Looks like the end of the world.

Access to Nevado de Colima closed

Gated access to the Nevado de Colima

The state Civil Protection unit Jalisco ordered the closure of access to the national park of El Nevado, due to weather conditions.

To all the people who wanted to visit this weekend are advised to wait for the announcement of new access when the weather improves and greater risks to the integrity of individuals and their vehicles do not exist. (March 14, 2015)

Festejos Charro Taurinos - 2015

Festejos Charro Taurinos

Villa de Álvarez 2015

Traditional and ancient Celebration Taurinos Charro, has for its visitors countless elements that make it unique in its kind. The Petatera (bullring built of wood, ropes and mats), horseback riding and mojigangos, the receptions, the rodeos and clowns, formal runs, competitions, exhibitions, rides, horsemanship, sports events and cultural, but above all the hospitality, friendliness and warmth of its people.

Los Tucanes de Tijuana, sábado 7 de febrero.

La Petatera 2015 Official Site - with Calendar of Events

Tuba - a drink from the Philippines

This tradition originated in the Philippines and was handed down through the generations. It then arrived in Mexico by means of the Manila Galleon.

When the Manila galleon arrived on the Colima coast in the 16th century in search of lime that was so necessary to prevent scurvy among its passengers, it disembarked groups of Philippine workers, who came to grow sugar cane and rice in the fields of the region.

The exchange of customs between both countries that had both been taken over by Spain soon bore fruit. Chocolate, tamales, tortillas pozole (a thick, pork based broth) were sent from Mexico and from the Philippines came, among other things, shawls and the tuba. This term comes from the Philippine and means a nutritious, refreshing drink which is an extract of the coconut palm flower.

By: Guadalupe Silva

See the rest of the article at Mexicodesconocido.com

Historical Colima photos in Jardín Libertad all January

Taken in 1928 at Boca de Pascuales

Colima, Col.- Will continue on display all of January in the Jardín Libertad a series of photographs of old, the product of  a Antigua Photography contest organized by the Ministry of Culture of the State Government, which has aim to preserve and disseminate the visual memory of Colima.

Since last December 17 the exhibition consists of two winning photos of the contest, six honorable mentions and other fifty pictures of aesthetic, historical and cultural relevance.

In the pictures you can see families posing in group images, personal pictures, to scenes of everyday life, old buildings, significant moments in our organization, such as arrival at Colima former President Adolfo Lopez Mateos, a car accident with the first ambulance arrived at the state, a boy dressed as a soldier, among other photos that give reference to trades, customs, traditions and development of modernity that changed the face of Colima with the passage of time.

Durante enero permanecerán expuestas fotografías antiguas en el Jardín Libertad

Eruption not a threat - Colima Volcano

Explosions not a threat Colima Volcano

The State Civil Protection Unit of Jalisco issued a statement informing about the explosions Colima Volcano recorded during the early hours of Saturday January 3, noting that no hazard to surrounding communities and population. 

In municipalities of southern Jalisco, the explosion of 3000 meters and winds have caused the fall of ash, so it is recommended that people avoid going outside. 

In Ciudad Guzman an ashfall was reported, and the possibility that it also falls in the municipalities of Tonila, Zapotiltic, Mazamitla, Tamazula, Valle de Juarez. 

Faced with falling ash, Civil Protection recommended that people avoid going outside and cover eyes, nose and mouth.

Cervecería de Colima

Cervecería de Colima

“La Cervecería de Colima” is a new Mexican brewery located in the town of El Trapiche, Cuauhtemoc in the state of Colima in Mexico. The brewery dedicates all its hard work into perfecting its three unique handcrafted beers for international sale and distribution. 

Our branding proposal is a modern visual translation of every distinguished traditional element from Colima and its surroundings, such as its magnificent local Colima volcano. We developed a friendly, simple-looking brand that honours the human touch and workmanship behind every product.

Three craft beers were brewed to mark the beginning of the brand’s legacy. First, the main one: Colimita, the beer from the earth and favorite of the sun. Second, Páramo, a Pale Ale inspired by the whisperings in the streets of Comala. And finally, Ticús, relative of the crow, Cervecería de Colima’s dark beer. From light to dark labels and bright colored caps, the bottles' design resemble the uniqueness and the hard work behind each individual brew.

Cervecería de Colima

Carretera Colima-Guadalajara Km. 5

28550 El Trapiche, COL

Cerveceria de Colima - Facebook

Cerveceria de Colima - Street View

Colima best place to live, says survey

The city of Colima, capital of the state of the same name, is considered by its residents to be the best place to live in Mexico, according to the National Quality of Life Index.

Colima moved up from fourth place in last year’s results to knock out 2013 winner Querétaro, which placed third this year. The capital city of Yucatán, Mérida, moved from third place to second.

Other top-ranking cities were Aguascalientes, which jumped from eighth place to fourth, and Monterrey, which came in fifth. Durango made a big jump from 21st to 10th place.

Colima best place to live, says survey

Guillermo Ríos and dancing dogs of Colima

Dancing Dogs are one of the best known symbols of Colima . Contrary to what you think they are not dancing or fighting. These dogs represent the transfer of power from generation to generation. The old dog transmitting their knowledge, wisdom and experience that prepares the young to the succession.

The dogs are Xoloitzcuintles, also called Mexican hairless dog, an ancient pre-Hispanic race. These dogs, according to Aztec mythology, accompanied the deceased and guided his soul to the underworld so sacrificed and buried with him. In the state of Colima found a large number of graves containing clay figures with the representation of these dogs.

The photo is the work of Guillermo Ríos and his prehispanic figures Alcalá, master of Mexican folk art.

Guillermo Ríos y los perros danzantes de Colima

Volcán de Fuego Erupts

Mexican Volcano of Fire has erupted shooting an ash column 5 kilometers into the air and covering towns as far as 25 kilometers from the peak.

Mexico's federal civil defense office said that no injuries or evacuations have been reported as Colima volcano spewed hot, dry rock and gases two kilometers from the crater at about 12:24 local time.

"We recommend that people cover their nose and mouth, protect sources of potable water, and avoid dumping ash in drainage systems because it hardens with moisture," national civil protection coordinator Luis Felipe Puente told Foro television.

For now, the situation does not present a risk to the population, however, the Interior Ministry will send a team to conduct an evaluation of the activity at the crater. The team will be headed by the Director General of Civil Protection, Ricardo de la Cruz Musalem, and staff from the National Center for Disaster Prevention.

Ash fall is reported in the municipalities of Tonila, Zapotiltic, Jalisco, Quesería, and Colima, at distances of up to 25 kilometers from the volcano.

The 3,820-meter volcano lies 690 kilometers northwest of Mexico City, on the border of Colima and Jalisco states and is considered to be one of the most dangerous in North America.

Mexico's Colima Volcano Spouts Ash, Hot Rock

Feria de Todos los Santos Colima 2014

The Halloween Fair will come to Colima in 2014 and take place on the heroes of Chapultepec Avenue from October 31 until November 17, three weeks making these the most important weeks throughout Colima. As is usual in this show we will be able to enjoy with our families arena , village theater , casino fair, sporting and cultural events, a lovely shopping area, 

Pajaro Bandera

PÁJARO BANDERA.
"tzinitzcan" (nahuatl)
Trogon mexicanus Swainson 1827 (TROGONIDAE)

The forests surrounding the Laguna La Maria; the volcano of Colima and Sierra Manantlán -Municipios Comala and Minatitlan (Biosphere Reserve) are inhabited by one of the rarest bird species in Mexico: the bandera bird, a close relative of the quetzal, distinguished for having the green, white and red feathers.

In 2000, in the Biosphere Reserve of Manantlán, Jalisco, this species was used as a symbol of environmental pride, and as charismatic species to encourage support for the Reserve, in order to induce the reduction of forest fires caused by agricultural activities. This campaign lasted three years, generating positive results for species conservation and the environment.

1,500-year-old shaman discovered in Colima grave

Ancient shaman discovered in Mexican tomb: 1,500-year-old sculpture found guarding bodies in underground shaft

-- The tomb, complete with the figure, was uncovered by archaeologists in the city of Villa de Alvarez in Colima, Mexico

-- Six pots of different sizes and human bones were found in the underground burial chamber along with the figure, which measures around 20 inches

-- Few of the statues have been found intact as many have fallen victim to grave robbers in the region

The site

The Shaman

He has been guarding a tomb for over 1,500 years.

And only now have a team of archaeologists come across a shaman sculpture in an underground burial chamber in the state of Colima, Mexico.

It is unusual to find one of the statues intact as many have fallen victim to tomb raiders over the centuries.

The sculpture has a long face and holds a weapon - probably an axe - to guard the shaft tomb which was covered over by slabs of volcanic rock.

It was uncovered by archaeologists at the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) who have become the first people to see the sculpture in hundreds of years.

Archaeologist Marco Zavaleta explained that the model was found in the entrance of an underground funerary space in Villa de Alvarez.

1,500-year-old shaman discovered in Colima grave

Laguna El Naranjal

Laguna El Naranjal is located just outside the small community of El Naranjal. It's an artificial lake created for recreation and has recently received improvement monies from the Federal Government. Camp sites have a grill, there are public bathrooms every day. On weekends and holidays there will be restaurants, a store, rentals and a Zip Line.

Easiest way to get there is pass through Comala and continue up the hill until you reach the Laguna de Carrizalillo turnoff to the right. El Naranjal is 3-4 kilometers past Carrizalillo which is basically the end of the road. Some of the best Volcano views around.