Have you ever heard of a special type of big house called a monastery? It's where some very religious people live together to pray and do good things for others.
In Mexico, there are some monasteries that are called "mendicant" because the people who live there don't have a lot of money and have to ask for things they need from other people. They don't have a lot of fancy things in their monastery, but they have a lot of love and kindness for others.
These monks and nuns who live in the mendicant monasteries are part of a really special group called Franciscans or Dominicans. They like to help others and do things that are considered good in their religion.
The mendicant monasteries in Mexico are very old and have been around for a very long time. They have beautiful paintings and other decorations inside to help them feel happy and holy.
People who visit the mendicant monasteries are often very impressed by how peaceful and quiet they are. It feels like a very special and holy place where people come to rest and find peace.