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The nopal is one of the national symbols of Mexico; Is found in the national shield holding the real eagle that devours the snake, rooted in a small stone islet on the water.
This plant is part of the Mexica mythology, in which it is considered as the plant of life, since it apparently never dies, since when dried can give life to a new plant.
According to Mexican myths, the first cactus was born from the heart of Copil, the son of Malinalxóchitl, who, in trying to take revenge on his uncle Huitzilopochtli for leaving his mother alone, was sent to kill for him. Legend, Huitzilopochtili ordered to take the heart to Copil, and that later it was buried in cliffs. The next day came the first nopal: with thorns of brave warrior and flowers of a son who defends his mother.
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Perfect picture 😀 again from you, great job <3
Thanks Karin, you are welcome
Lovely!
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Fascinating and beautiful – entries like this would make a beautiful coffee table book!
Thank you my friend, you are very kind, greetings
Beautiful flowers!
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Neat!
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Great photo!
Thank so much Ellie, greetings
Beautiful flower and awesome history. It is amazing, and a great photo.
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Very nice
Thank so much Gary, greetings
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You are very kind, greetings
Oscar this is so very beautiful I love Violet.
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So beautiful!
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i really like your post thanks for posting
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Looks a bit like an angry flower in need of a snack! Lovely colour though.
Hahaha, good description
Attractive flower!
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It’s a lovely flower!
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Great photo, as usual … great visuals and always a cool narrative
Thank you for your kind words Peter, regards