In advance of the Summer Olympic Games which would take place in Mexico City, making it the first Games to be staged in Latin America and hosted by a developing country, LIFE photographer John Dominis came and offered an intimate look at the people, their life and their rich culture. Take a look at the country through 18 vibrant photographs taken by Dominis during his stay below:
Men wearing masks performing.
School children playing on Olympic logo Mexico 68.
16-year-old Olympic Stadium being refurbished including a colored apron which directs crowds to the entrances.
A child carrying bouquet on her way to the fiesta.
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