Traditions and Customs
Christ of Sitilpech in Izamal: Dates, Origin & Festival
Experience the devotion to the Holy Christ of Sitilpech in Yucatán. Learn about its origin, pilgrima...
Traditions and Customs
Xpu’ujuk: Maya Cempasúchil & Día de Muertos Flower Traditions
Explore xpu’ujuk, the native Maya cempasúchil of Yucatán. Discover its botanical origins, cultural s...
Activities
Festival of the Animas Sisal 2026: Day of the Dead Guide
Get to know the program for the Festival of the Animas Sisal 2026. Enjoy the boat procession, jarana...
Events and activities
All Souls' Day Events in Yucatan: Festival & Janal Pixan Guide
Discover all Souls' Day events in Yucatán: parades, vaquerias, altars, and Janal Pixan in Mérida and...
Traditions and Customs
The 2026 Festival of Souls: A Living Tradition in Mérida
From October 24 to November 2, 2026, Mérida prepares processions of souls, fairs, art exhibits, and ...
Activities
Janal Pixan, Day of the Dead or Finados: What’s the Difference?
Have you heard about the Janal Pixan, the Day of the Dead in Yucatán? Is it Janal or Hanal Pixan? Wh...
Activities
Janal Pixan or Day of the Dead Altars in Yucatán
A full guide to make your own authentic Janal Pixan altar: what it’s supposed to feature, what it’s ...
Activities
What to do in Yucatán in November
Celebrate the Day of the Dead, enjoy the Jicama Fair in Maxcanú and take advantage of the Buen Fin o...
Culture
Muxupip, Yucatan: Land of the Mariachi and Its History
Discover Muxupip, the Yucatan town where mariachi takes root. Learn about its history, Don Chinobel'...
