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...
Culture and traditions
Celebrations of January 6
Happy birthday Mérida! On January 6 our city gets to celebrate its birthday, right in the midst of M...
Culture and traditions
The Acanceh Fiesta: The Longest Celebration on the Yucatán Peninsula
Experience the longest festival in Yucatán in Acanceh. More than 40 days of gremios (guilds), vaquer...
Maya Culture
The Fascinating History of Chewing Gum, From Maya Chicle to Today
You've tried all kinds of chewing gum, with various flavors, colors, and smells. But, did you know t...
Traditions and Customs
The Virgin of Guadalupe Festival in Mérida, Yucatán: Torches, Faith, and Devotion
Pilgrimage and faith in Mérida: Thousands of torch runners (antorchistas) and guilds celebrate the V...
Activities
Who are the Guadalupe Antorchistas?
What’s with all the runners on Mexican streets and roads? Learn about the origin of this massive pil...
Culture and traditions
Our Lady of Izamal, the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception
We invite you to visit Our Lady of Izamal, the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception, in the charming ...
Culture and traditions
Torch Runners
If you are in the Yucatán or other parts of Mexico on December 12th, you are likely to come across t...
Culture and traditions
The Virgin of Guadalupe
The Patron Saint of México is the Virgin of Guadalupe. Explore the Nican Mopohua story, the 5 appari...
