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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.
Life in Yucatán
Amazona albifrons, Sac pol T’uut (Maya) Ack! Ack! Ack! Contact calls of 49 White-fronted Parrots fi...
Beaches
Discover the tranquil charm of Sisal, a hidden gem near Mérida, perfect for relaxation, nature explo...
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Life in Yucatán
Discover various opportunities to donate and volunteer in Yucatán, from supporting Mayan communities...
Beaches
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Haciendas
Many Mérida residents consider restaurant Casa de Piedra at Hacienda Xcanatún as one of the “must
Maya Culture
Fray Diego de Landa was born in Spain in 1524, and came to Yucatán as a Franciscan monk in 1549. His...
Life in Yucatán
Every day, readers like you tell us their secret... so many dream of living in Yucatán. Our friends ...
Destinations
Discover the rich history and beauty of Yucatán's haciendas, from their economic significance to the...
Routes and Tours
Discovering Yucatán: A Getaway to Six Museums in Mérida in Two Days
Museos de Mérida en 48h. Inmersión cultural, historia maya y colonial. Recorre 6 joyas: GMMM,...
Routes and Tours
Discovering Yucatán: A Getaway to Río Lagartos and its surroundings in two days
Make the most of your visit to Río Lagartos: our one and two-day itinerary takes you to...
Routes and Tours
Convents of Yucatán: History, Faith, and Colonial Architecture
Discover Yucatán’s impressive colonial convents: from Saint Bernardino in Valladolid to Saint...
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