That\u2019s on September 16. The day actually celebrates a Mexican military victory from 1862, where a battle in Puebla saw them defeat a French force double their size. The Battle of Puebla victory is seen as symbolic of Mexico\u2019s pride and unity.<\/p>\n The city of Puebla, in the center of Mexico<\/a>, holds the largest celebration for Cinco de Mayo in Mexico. Complete with a battle re-enactment, a parade, and fireworks, the city is alight with celebrations. This historic city, just a few hours from Mexico City, is near the world\u2019s largest pyramid, and is known for its talavera pottery. The Cinco de Mayo parade in Puebla\u00a0sees 20,000 participants including military floats, school children, and more.<\/p>\n The festivities are celebrated more in North America, in cities of large Mexican populations, than in Mexico itself. Many Mexicans don\u2019t celebrate Cinco de Mayo with partying, like we would expect. It\u2019s not a declared national holiday, so most stores, banks, and offices are open and business continues as usual throughout the country.<\/p>\n The most common food in Mexican\u00a0Cinco de Mayo celebrations is mole poblano \u2013 not tacos, tequila, burritos, or guacamole. What is mole poblano? It\u2019s a thick sauce made with green chiles that is normally served over a meat. Mole is eaten as a celebration food in Mexico<\/a>: whether at a party, wedding, or on Cinco de Mayo when you\u2019re feeling extra festive.<\/p>\n![\"Cinco](\"http:\/\/www.tripcentral.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/TripSense-CincodeMayo-fireworks.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\nThe largest celebration in Mexico is in Puebla<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nCinco de Mayo is not a holiday in Mexico<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Tacos aren\u2019t a Cinco de Mayo food<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nThe world\u2019s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration is in LA<\/strong><\/h3>\n