Do Mexican people really take siestas?

Answer by  Anonymous

I'm pretty sure this belief comes from the Spaniards who did have siestas after having lunch or because of the weather, and some of them still have, but not Mexicans. This isn't a tradition anymore, at least not in Mexico.

Answer by  Anonymous

they did take siestas because they are cool and awesome.

Answer by  KAS (393)

Siestas are still a tradition in Mexico. People enjoy large lunches and feel the need to rest for a couple of hours after. Many local businesses, including restaurants, close between 2:00PM and 4:00PM for the traditional siesta during the work week. Mexicans who live near their jobs will often go home to nap.

Answer by  Hoardy (454)

Yes. Siestas are simply naps. The same ones you and I take sometimes. However, in Mexico, the weather is, at times, very hot. Sometimes the temperature inside a building is hotter than the temperature outside due to poor ventilation. This is why Mexicans come outside of their house and take naps on their chairs in front of their house!

Answer by  Anonymous

but