Traditions
Semana Santa - Easter Week
Easter is one of the most important Christian holidays. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after he was crucified.
Season of Los Gremios
September and October mark a special time of the year when colorful religious processions called Los Gremios (the guilds) begin on Sept.
Guayaberas G. Candila
The accompanying photo is of an elegant Yucatecan gentleman wearing a guayabera, a unique garment, symbol of elegance and etiquette for the Latin American cu
The Mayas: Gateways to the Underworld
For the ancient Mayas, death was not the definitive end of existence, rather the soul of the deceased was transferred to the Underworld (called Xib
El Baile de las Cintas (The Ribbon Dance)
El Baile de las Cintas (The Ribbon Dance) is portrayed in almost every website, guidebook, or history book about Yucatán; its image of men and women in
Mayan Legends: The Scarecrow
He takes care of the crops. His size corresponds to the height of the cornfield and he is coated with wax from nine beehives.