Discover why New Mexico was named by Spanish explorers in 1563, decades before English settlers arrived. Learn the origins of 'Nuevo México,' key historical turning points, cultural significance, modern identity issues, and ongoing controversies. Understand how this name predates both the US and modern Mexico.

Explore Spain's 333-year colonial impact on the Philippines: conquest history, cultural fusion, social hierarchies, modern influences, and where to see colonial heritage sites today.