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Learning the Maya Language: A Journey of Identity and Life
Discover the Mayan language: history, tips, and fun facts. Learn to speak fluently, connect with the culture, and preserve an ancient language.

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How to Enjoy Mérida's Festival of Souls… and Live to Tell
Your guide to enjoying the Festival of Souls 2025 and experiencing Janal Pixan in Mérida. Parades, altars, catrinas, pib, and the magical Paseo de las Ánimas await you.

Destinations
The Camino de Ánimas Festival in Río Lagartos
Explore the "Camino de Ánimas" Festival in Río Lagartos: a tribute to Day of the Dead with boat processions, traditions, and culture.

eventos & activities
What to do in Yucatán in October
Find out everything you can do this month, the best parties, workshops and activities, as well as special promotions. Are you ready for Janal Pixan?

gastronomy
An authentic recipe for Yucatán’s mukbilpollo or pib—for beginners
Make your own Pib or Mukbilpollo (Día de Muertos tamal) from scratch: detailed instructions on how to make it at home, step by step.
Gastronomy
Find out where to enjoy the delicious Chiles en Nogada in Mérida with this list of restaurants for t...
Destinations
Discover the history and architecture of Mérida's Cathedral, the first one on mainland America. Lear...
Culture and traditions
What to do in Janal Pixan with kids? Learn about all the ways you can enjoy this tradition, from the...
Destinations
Escape to adventure in Yucatán. Discover Ek Balam, sacred cenotes, and the beauty of Espita on a two...
Activities
Find out the best! How do you choose between the night shows in Mérida, Valladolid, Izamal, Chichén ...
Nature
Rescue and rehabilitation of parrots and macaws in Yucatán. Discover Proyecto Santa María, a sanctua...
Activities
Summer is about to end, what are you waiting for? Check out the best events this month, traditional ...
Haciendas
Hacienda Yaxcopoil: Step back into Yucatán's colonial past. Explore the museum, henequen history, Ma...
Gastronomy
Find out the Yucatán Today team's top picks for street food in Yucatán: tortas, tacos, hot dogs, sal...

Routes and Tours
Convents of Yucatán: History, Faith, and Colonial Architecture
Discover Yucatán’s impressive colonial convents: from Saint Bernardino in Valladolid to Saint...

Routes and Tours
A Getaway to Ek Balam and its surroundings in two days
Escape to adventure in Yucatán. Discover Ek Balam, sacred cenotes, and the beauty of Espita on a...

Routes and Tours
A Getaway to Tecoh and its surroundings in two days
2-day adventure in Tecoh, Yucatan: history, cenotes, charming towns, and delicious food. Explore...
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