Comments on: An Amazing Scene We Were Forbidden to Record: An Indigenous Easter Celebration in Chiapas

By: Audrey Scott

Audrey Scott — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:41:09 +0000

In reply to Cynthia Smith. Thanks, Cynthia. Yes, it is a privilege to be able to travel and to experience and witness other cultures and countries. It's important to be respectful for the wishes of that local community.

By: Cynthia Smith

Cynthia Smith — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:11:13 +0000

In reply to Rob. Your ethnocentrism speaks volumes about your lack of respect for indigenous people. To visit another country and to witness their culture, is a privilege. To use your value system to judge another's culture, lacks sensitivity and tolerance. Don't be the ugly American.

By: Daniel Noll

Daniel Noll — Sat, 08 Jun 2019 11:22:18 +0000

In reply to Dan. We arrived fairly early that day, Dan. Having said that, the festivities last throughout the day. (Sorry we missed this question earlier -- am posting an answer now for the benefit of other readers.)

By: Daniel Noll

Daniel Noll — Sat, 08 Jun 2019 11:21:59 +0000

In reply to Tom. We arrived fairly early that day, Tom. Having said that, the festivities last throughout the day. (Sorry we missed this question earlier -- am posting an answer now for the benefit of other readers.)

By: Dan

Dan — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 13:04:50 +0000

I will be visiting San Juan Chamula for Easter in a few days (partially inspired by your piece, so thank you!) When would be a good time to arrive to take in the festivities? Thanks!

By: Tom

Tom — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 13:01:17 +0000

Hi! I am going to be attending the Easter festivities in SJC in a few days. What time would you recommend arriving in town?

By: Daniel Noll

Daniel Noll — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:12:53 +0000

@Robert: Based on our experience, San Juan Chamula was perfectly safe, as were all the parts of Chiapas that we visited. Not to mention, we were OK in Oaxaca, Merida and the Riviera Maya as well. Check out the rest of our Mexico posts, we’ll be posting more in the next several weeks:
https://uncorneredmarket.com/travel/mexico/

By: Robert

Robert — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:44:58 +0000

Is this a pretty safe part of Mexico? I went to Ensenada south of Tijuana, but my relatives feared for my safety. I want to have a good travel plan before I visit Mexico again.

By: Daniel Noll

Daniel Noll — Tue, 29 May 2012 02:48:54 +0000

@Jess: That is a terrific description and line, your comparison of the local drinks of choice in Chamula.

Thank you for the book recommendation. I’ve added to my personal list. I can only imagine that it’s a fascinating read.

Thank you for taking the time to comment.

By: Jess

Jess — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:14:37 +0000

Having grown up in SanCristobal among the Chamula people, the bottles of Coca-Cola almost certainly held “posh” the local moonshine liquor.

For those interested in the Chamulas and learning more about them, consider the books “They Dared to be Different” by Hugh Steven