Maya Culture
The Enduring Legacy of Maya Shamans
Don Idelfonso, a Mayan shaman from Chacsinkín, has dedicated his life to learning the language of th...
Traditions and Customs
“Confidant” Chairs (Las Sillas Confidentes)
These chairs are called in various ways: “Confidents”, “You and I”, “Lovers” and in more technical c...
Life in Yucatán
A practical guide to tipping in Mérida: When to tip and how much?
If you’re visiting Yucatán and wondering when and how much to tip, and whether it’s mandatory or eve...
Traditions and Customs
Nativity Scenes in Teabo: Creativity and Ingenuity Turned Tradition
Visit Teabo and marvel at the most original and creative nativity scenes in the region, a magical Yu...
Traditions and Customs
Who Keeps the History of a City? Discover Yucatán’s City Chroniclers
¿Ya los conocías? Los cronistas yucatecos son los encargados de preservar la historia del estado, de...
Activities
Hermano Maya: A Mystic, Healing Experience in Izamal
If you’re in Izamal, don’t miss out on Hermano Maya’s sanctuary, a cleansing spiritual experience to...
Gastronomy
Yucatecan Chicharra, the best food made of chicharrón
The Yucatecan Chicharra (Pork Belly) with even an entire neighborhood dedicated to this creation, le...
Traditions and Customs
The Royal Road to Campeche, Traveling Before Highways
There were no kilometers, and it could take up to 5 days to get there, but it was quite an experienc...
Maya Culture
The Legend of The Cocay (Kóokay or Firefly)
Have you seen lights flying through the Yucatan grass? They are fireflies or Cocay and there is a le...
