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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.
Maya Culture
How does Janal Pixan or Day of the Dead end in Yucatán? Find out when the souls go back to the under...
Activities
Live unique experiences in patriotic and traditional festivities, gastronomic events, promotions and...
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...
Maya Culture
Join us to learn how Janal Pixan is celebrated in Xocén and Tabi, two towns with very different trad...
Maya Culture
Something that definitely brings us joy are the traditional dishes of this season and the Hanal Pixá...
Maya Culture
Experience the fascinating funeral traditions of Pomuch, Campeche, where human remains are treated w...
Activities
How about an evening with light and sound show where they tell you the story of a little piece of Yu...
Gastronomy
The delicious tradition of Mukbilpollo, a culinary ritual full of emotions and meaning in Yucatán. I...

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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