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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The Hat town of Becal is a cheerful town with the typical image of the towns of Mayan tradition. Here, constructions with a strong neoclassical influence combine with the usual oval-shaped Mayan huts with two entrances and the sympathetic expressions of modern architecture. All of it sprinkled with a great popular sense. Hat town of…
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Cenotes are one of the main attractions when planning a visit to Mexico and more specifically to the Yucatan Peninsula. Among the almost 8000 cenotes that exist in the area, the cenotes of Homun can be considered one of the highlights if you like to visit cenotes. This small town, 50 minutes from Mérida, is…
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“A natural beauty and a tourist site that has attracted numerous visitors.” This is how Nachi Cocom Lagoon is famous for, located 52 miles from the town of Tizimín. This hidden paradise has become a tourist site that has increased the number of visitors, both local and national. It is a jewel where you can…
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Rio Lagartos National Park, a protected region on the Yucatan coast, is home to more than 400 different bird species but is most well-known for the pink flamingo, commonly known as the American flamingo. Year-round visitors swarm to this location to take in the breathtaking natural habitat, which includes Las Coloradas, the most popular pink…
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The town of Tizimin is famous for the traditional fair in honor of the Three Kings, which comes at the end of December and beginning of January. Because of this fair, the city has the nickname “City of Kings”. It has established itself as a destination where tranquility and rest reign among homes overrun by…
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Yucatán’s state is home to the Kuluba Mayan ruins. Despite being a lesser-known location, it is rich in historical and cultural significance. It is an archaeological site in the Yucatán state’s municipality of Tizimin. It has undergone a number of restoration initiatives, although they are not finished yet for a number of reasons. Travelers nevertheless…
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Because of its size, many come from Merida to spend just a day in this port town. However, being the most important port in the state, a single day is nowhere near enough to experience everything. It’s a dream destination for those who enjoy beach-hopping or ecotourism. Those interested in important archeological sites; and, of…
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The Sac Aua cenote, located near Dzalbay, Yucatan, is a beautiful cavern with an island in the middle of its blue waters. We also call it “El Cenote de las Doncellas” (The Cenote of the Maidens), owing to a legend that it was originally used for virgin sacrifices. It’s also probably linked to a Mayan…
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Merida is not only the largest city in the state of Yucatan, but also its cultural and economic hub. It is a contemporary and international city with museums, art galleries, dining options, shops, and boutiques. It is also one of the most significant locations to learn about Mayan culture. These are some of the best…
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