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The Huichol Indians of Jalisco and Nayarit have long preserved more of their traditional way of life and Pre-Hispanic world outlook than almost any other indigenous people in the Americas.This rich cultural heritage is reflected in many historical reminiscences, songs, stories and myths.

The outstanding poet of New Spain, and one of the greatest in the Spanish language, was Sor (Sister) Juana Inez de la Cruz. Her lyric poetry earned her the title: " Tenth muse". She was born in the hacienda of San Miguel Nepantla, Mexico, in 1651. Her family was poor. She was raised by her maternal grandfather Pedro Ramirez, in the hacienda of Panoayan. Her name was Juana de Asbaje y Ramirez before taking religious vows.