Art, crafts, and culture in Yucatán
Javier Barrera Perera: Between the Real ...
Explore the poetic art of Yucatecan artist Javier Barrera Perera. His paintings...
Beaches
Beyond the Sand: The Living Ecosystem of the Yucatán Coast
Explore Yucatán's vibrant coast (Celestún to El Cuyo): discover 500+ land & marine species, many end...
Life in Yucatán
The Origin of Construction Workers’ Day: The Foundations of a Celebration
Bricklayer's Day in Mexico: Origin of the Holy Cross, its pre-Hispanic meaning, and how bricklayers ...
Life in Yucatán
Chechén and Chaká: The Balance of Nature
Yucatán legends: Chechén & Chaká trees. Maya myth of warrior brothers reborn as toxic & antidote tre...
Activities
Oxkutzcab, the Carnival of Xtoles and Colors
The night of the Xtoles is one of the most anticipated Carnival celebrations in Oxkutzcab. Dressing ...
Maya Culture
Biix and ochavario, the tradition of saying goodbye to our departed
How does Janal Pixan or Day of the Dead end in Yucatán? Find out when the souls go back to the under...
Gastronomy
Refreshing drinks in the markets of Mérida
Discover the refreshing drinks in Mérida markets to beat the Yucatán heat. From traditional sodas to...
Maya Culture
Very Yucatecan Sayings
The second part of our guide to understanding some very Yucatecan sayings, traditional and impercept...
Destinations
The Tizimín Fair: The Pride of the City of Kings
Fireworks, music, and dancing are taking place, to the joy of thousands of people celebrating the st...
Life in Yucatán
How to Choose Guayaberas and Hammocks like a True Yucateco
Yucatán is a state brimming with art, music, culture, and traditions, which make it inevitable to fa...
