Its name means “place of the hidden woman”. It was a sacred place for the Mayas. Here you can appreciate stalagmite and stalactite formations. It also has “The witch’s balcony”, where you can observe the formation of a vault with a hole through which a beam of light enters. The caves are one of the…
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Santa Elena is a town in the state of Yucatan, Mexico. It is approximately 80 miles from the city of Merida, capital of the state. There are several secrets regarding this little great destination. Some call it Santa Helena, but it is a mistake. Here are some tips on Santa Elena Yucatan. Santa Elena Yucatan:…
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Arriving in Merida in Yucatan allows us to know in depth the secrets of the peninsula and the Mayan culture. Once we have made this capital our base of operations, we can begin to explore. Here are some tips on day-long trips near Merida. Day-long trips near Merida: Relaxed island life on Isla Holbox Small,…
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The Yucatán Peninsula is one of the most popular destinations in Mexico. No wonder, because here you will find beautiful palm beaches, turquoise water and the typical Mexican joie de vivre. Yucatán is also a paradise for all diving and underwater enthusiasts -on the southern border with Belize is the second largest barrier reef after…
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Mayan communities, archaeological sites, caves and a great diversity of flora and fauna unfold in this biocultural reserve founded in 2011. It includes the municipalities of Muna, Oxkutzcab, Santa Elena, Tekax and Ticul. They together cover 330 thousand acres. Its mission ies to guarantee and promote the responsible use of the environment. Here are some…
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Los Petenes in Campeche is located in a narrow and long coastal strip. It includes land and marine portions. It is one of the largest mangrove areas in the Gulf of Mexico. It also has an enormous diversity of flora and fauna, and is home to 473 plant species, 22 of which are endemic. The…
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If you want to get to know the unique flora and fauna of Mexico, you should definitely plan a visit to the small fishing towns of Celestún or Río Lagartos on the Yucatán Peninsula. Here are some tips on flamingo sightseeing in Yucatan. Flamingo sightseeing in Yucatan: Celestún Celestún is located west of Mérida on…
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A little over an hour from Merida and away from the hustle and bustle, is the wonderful San Crisanto in Yucatan. It is a small fishing village. It is the perfect combination of beaches and mangroves, where you can enjoy days in total tranquility and connection with nature. San Crisanto in Yucatan: What to do…
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The former Hacienda de San Juan Bautista Tabi sits 10 miles from the Ticuleño police station of Yotholin. Here you can admire buildings of great historical value. Such as the main house of what was in the 19th century a cattle ranch where a sugar empire later flourished. It has a typical structure of a…
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About 6 miles from Celestún, Real de Salinas is an abandoned place. A “ghost town”: a curse weighs on this place that made all the inhabitants die little by little. And the few survivors preferred to abandon it because of the decadence they experienced. Real de Salinas: What to expect Real de Salinas sits near…
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