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...
Activities
The Handmade Bullrings in Tixkokob, Yucatán
Traditional Yucatecan festivals include the construction of “bullrings” made of wood; Discover how t...
Activities
Everything you need to know about Gremios in Yucatán
Participate in the fascinating gremial festivals in Yucatán, celebrations full of tradition, color a...
Maya Culture
The Mighty Huano
Huano or Guano? Learn about this traditional Yucatecan plant and its practical uses, from crafts and...
Traditions and Customs
Sleep Like a Yucatecan
If you are Yucatecan you are most certainly familiar with the hammock. If you’re not a Yucatecan, yo...
Maya Culture
Maya "Bone-Setters" or "Massage Therapists"
Explore the traditional healing practices of Maya "Bone-Setters" and "Massage Therapists", who use i...
Life in Yucatán
Tomar el Fresco: Porch Sitting, Yucatecan Style
The charming Yucatecan tradition of tomar el fresco, porch sitting and enjoying the breeze, learn th...
Maya Culture
How is the Maya blue pigment made?
Get to know the fascinating process of creating the vibrant azul maya pigment in Yucatán, from its r...
Maya Culture
True to the Essence: The Maya Kitchen and Its Cultural Significance
Explore the Maya kitchen, and discover the fusion of ancient flavors, traditions, and the challenges...
