Located in the northeast of the state of Campeche, Hopelchen in Campeche is a very picturesque town. It reflects the relaxed way of life of the southerners. This, with its high-ceilinged houses and facades painted in the most vibrant colors. Hopelchén is very close to the border between Campeche and Yucatán. It is near municipalities…
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The name of the town of Calkini in Campeche comes from the Mayan language meaning “throat of the sun”. In this town they make the famous jipi and nunkini hats. Its main tourist attractions are former “haciendas” (Tankuche, Santa Cruz) and natural resources (Isla Arena, the Cenote and Canal del Remate) are among the most…
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The town of Bolonchen derives its name from two words of the Mayan language: bolon which means nine, and chen which means well. Which together means nine wells. From time immemorial, in fact, nine wells formed the center of this town in the plaza, and the wells can still be seen in the plaza itself.…
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Calakmul, an ancient Maya city in Campeche, Mexico’s rainforest, is still a not-so known treasure in the Yucatan Peninsula. The Maya city of Calakmul hides in a dense tropical rainforest abounding with unique fauna. It is a once-in-a-lifetime excursion that deserves a checkmark. Here you’ll find yourself among the ruins, enveloped in a mystical solitude.…
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There’s a general rule when it comes to motes: if you need one, you’re probably fighting a lot of wars. Becan might seem peaceful at first, but its unusual mote betrays that initial impression. In reality, it had a complicated history with its rival Tikal, in Guatemala. Complicated and violent, as its defensive measures show.…
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It’s hard not to overuse the word “mystical” when you’re describing Mayan archeological sites. It’s even harder not to use it here, as Chicanna was almost exclusively dedicated to the worship of gods, as is obvious by its various temples. Oh, and by that door that forms a gigantic fanged snake’s mouth that led to…
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Perhaps it is not as famous as Chichen Itzá and Uxmal, but Ezná is no less striking. With its impressive and well-kept structures, you’re bound to find it mentioned in many must-see Riviera Maya ruins checklists. Where is Ezná? Glad you asked—this is important. Ezná is in Campeche, which is a whole different state. If…
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A UNESCO World Heritage site of 27 square miles and over six thousand structures, Calakmul can’t be seen in its entirety in a single day. It takes several to cover all its structures, sites, and wonders of engineering. Because of that, this is the main attraction for global archeological enthusiasts. Calakmul’s conflictive past Calakmul’s relationship…
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Don’t think just because Balamku is small you should skip it in favor of other, bigger ruins. Despite its size, this ancient site in Campeche hides one of the most valuable treasures the Mayans left for us to find. Balamku’s Jaguar Close to another, more famous archeological site—Calakmul—, Balamku only features three small groups of…
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