Modern culture in Mexico began with the fight for independence in Mexico in 1810 and continued through to the revolution. Since these events, Mexico's quest for identity has begun in earnest. Culture is a very complex term to define in any country, and that of Mexico is no exception. Many say that it is in fact three in one - indigenous, Hispanic and modern cultures. This means that modern day Mexico is a mestizo culture, a mixture of these disparate elements to form something new and unique. Obviously, the contrasts and contradictions are overwhelming, but any investigation into Mexican culture is worth the effort.