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Haciendas in Yucatan
Haciendas in Mexico were the basis of an economic system begun by the Spaniards in the 16th century, similar to the feudal system of Europe.
Haciendas in Mexico were the basis of an economic system begun by the Spaniards in the 16th century, similar to the feudal system of Europe.
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Palacio Cantón: One Hundred Years of History
On Paseo Montejo at the corner of Calle 43 in the Santa Ana neighborhood you’ll notice an emblematic Mérida building. This palace was built 100 years ago, as the residence for General Francisco Cantón Rosado, well-known politician, entrepreneur, and military man. On two occasions he was the governor of Yucatán, during the....
Magnificent Mayapán
Beyond the crowds at the New World Wonder Chichén Itzá and the lush jungle setting of mysterious Uxmal, there is a third major Mayan site that is often....Face to Face: Arq. Salvador Reyes Ríos + Josefina Larrain Lagos
The Reyes Rios + Larrain Studio of Architecture and Design has made an impressive, long-lasting, and positive impact on the face of tourism in Yucatán. This....Restaurant of the Month: Trattoria La Pasta
May, 2012Each month Yucatan Today visits a restaurant in order to describe what it has to offer. This is not a review; it is a summary of the menu, service,....
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Known around town as “The Video Guy”, Erich Briehl loves sharing his professional skills as a videographer with the Mérida and Yucatán community.
Only 15 minutes from downtown Mérida is a hacienda oasis which offers a unique dining experience.
Takto is the name of a new art and design brand recently created and registered by Katrin Schikora and George Samuelson, both living in Cholul, just outside Mérida.
If you are on vacation, you could use some relief for tired muscles from all that walking and carrying luggage. If you live here, eliminate day-to-day stress with one of T'ai Spa's many treatment options.