18 amazing black and white shots of how Mexico lived in the 60s

The cradle of the marvelous and mysterious Mayan civilization, a place where a huge number of natural wonders are located, a corner that has become home to a diverse and rich animal world - all this is about Mexico. But the most important thing here, as in any other country in the world, is, of course, people! They are bright, temperamental, kind and amazing. We invite you to see how this wonderful people lived in the 60s of the last century: what their life, work, entertainment, hobbies looked like, to which they devoted their time and gave their hearts.

Walking along the street of the largest city in Mexico

American tourists on a street in Tijuana, 1964.

Two sisters

Reyes and Lucia at a ranch in Compostela, 1967.

Saddle making

A man makes saddles for horses, Alamos, 1962.

Fresh press

The seller reads the latest news until no customers, 1964.

Mexican family

A large family at the Rosarito Ranch, 1972.

Before the show

Atayde Circus in Tijuana, 1964.

Shoemaker

A man is sewing shoes in Alamos, 1960.

Mexican portrait

Young woman in a gift shop, 1964.

Making money

Shoe cleaners, Tijuana, 1964.

Mexican kid boy

A little boy carries a goat to a ranch, 1967.

Mastering a new business

A boy learns to tie shoelaces, 1967.

Street cafe

Men are resting at a table in an outdoor cafe, 1963.

Cooking food

A woman cooks at a ranch near the Gulf of California, 1972.

Glowing Mexico Night Signs

Night shot of Avenida Centenario Street, 1964.

At the entrance to the restaurant

One of the best restaurants in Mexico, 1964.

Portrait studio

Shot with a donkey in a portrait street studio, 1964.

One of the streets of Alamos

Street scene in Alamos, 1960.

Street stage for performances

Scene in anticipation of their artists and spectators, 1963.

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