Culture and traditions
January 6, 1542: The Day Mérida Was Founded... But the Conquest Went On
Learn about the foundation of Merida on January 6, 1542. Discover the Mayan resistance, the Montejo ...
Destinations
Tizimín
Discover Tizimín, Yucatán: authentic culture, famous Three Kings festival, Maya pyramids (Ek Balam, ...
Traditions and Customs
The Tradition of La Rama
Get to know one of the most fun traditions in Yucatán to make the most of your time during your stay...
Destinations
The Cathedral of San Ildefonso: An Icon of Mérida
Discover the history and architecture of Mérida's Cathedral, the first one on mainland America. Lear...
Destinations
The Henequén Mansions of Paseo de Montejo
Discover the majestic mansions of Paseo de Montejo in Mérida: Palacio Cantón, Villa Amira, El Pinar,...
Maya Culture
The Caste War, or Maya Social War, of Yucatán
Discover the Yucatan Caste War (1847-1901): a Maya struggle for freedom and land, a key event in the...
Culture
Montejo 495, Casa Museo: Travel through Casas Gemelas' history
Visit Montejo 495, Casa Museo! Learn how you can visit and discover the art and history of the origi...
Activities
Centuries of History in Casa Montejo
La Casa de Montejo, built between 1542 and 1549 by the orders of Don Francisco de Montejo, conqueror...
Activities
Palacio Cantón, Regional Museum of Anthropology in Yucatán
Travel back in time at the emblematic Museo Regional de Antropología de Yucatán, admire Mayan archae...
