Beauty and history wait for us in the streets, buildings, and museums of our Yucatecan cities and towns. It’s quite an experience to visit these places and follow the narratives found in museums, or maybe you prefer to browse online and devour all the information and view photographs of this or that place. But what about spending an evening enjoying the projections and audiovisual displays that tell the exciting story of a piece of Yucatán?
For some years now, video mappings have taken over distinctive spaces, and today, they are equipped with the recommended measures for social distancing without compromising on your enjoyment of the show.
Noches de Kukulkán at Chichén Itzá
Experience the magic of Chichén Itzá at night with "Nights of Kukulkan." This immersive show combines stunning visuals and storytelling to bring the Mayan world to life. Explore the ancient ruins under the starry sky while learning about Mayan cosmology and the history of this iconic site. Prepare to be amazed by light projections on the Pyramid of Kukulkan and captivated by the entire experience.
Chichén Itzá
Wednesday to Sunday, 7 pm
Admission for foreigners: $735 pesos (Wednesday to Sunday)
Admission for nationals: $735 pesos (Wednesday to Saturday) / $335 pesos (Sunday)
Reservations:
- www.nochesdekukulkan.con.mx
- Tel. (999) 126 9925, Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 1 pm.
Noches de La Heroica Valladolid
The San Bernardino de Siena former convent gets a full dose of color with the video mapping "Noches de La Heroica Valladolid," This Pueblo Mágico is the site of significant historical moments, such as the Caste War .
The light and sound projection lasts 15 minutes, which is just right to learn a little about the history of the Yucatecan people. The story takes you from the days of the ancient Maya and their connection with nature to our present day.
Barrio de Sisal, Valladolid
Thursday to Tuesday, 9 pm (Spanish) and 9:25 pm (English)
Free admission
Senderos de Luz in Izamal
There are seven Pueblos Magicos in Yucatán, but Izamal is unique with its characteristic yellow façades. "Senderos de Luz" - the only itinerant video mapping in the state - is 90 minutes long and takes you to four different stops (mini projections) starting at Parque de Los Cañones. On the walk, you will learn about the history of Izamal, important historical figures, and the Era of Green Gold , when the henequén industry was at its peak. You’ll also learn fun facts about the houses in the Centro Histórico.
Parque de los Cañones, Izamal
Thursday to Saturday, 8 pm (only one showing)
Admission: $104 pesos for national visitors, $149 pesos for foreign visitors.
Tickets at the box office (cash only)
Isla de Luz at the Monumento a la Patria
The Monumento a la Patria, an imposing circle on Paseo de Montejo, comes alive on Friday nights thanks to "Isla de Luz," a spectacular video mapping that projects images onto its detailed sculptures. This monument, a masterpiece by Colombian Rómulo Rozo, narrates the history of Mexico from pre-Hispanic times to the present. While enjoying the free show, accompanied by regional music, you can savor a marquesita and admire the intricate details of the monument's four faces, which celebrate national identity.
Monumento a la Patria
Every Friday from 8 to 9 pm
Free entrance
Immersive Experience at La Peni
Did you know? This is the first Immersive Cultural Experience in Latin America. Explore all the interactive and immersive activities you can do at the Parque de la Paz: redesign the facade, create constellations and comets, interact with the elements, or simply enjoy the videomapping. Go accompanied to participate in group activities and have fun!
Parque de la Paz
Thursday to Sunday from 7 pm to 10 pm
Free entrance
Piedras Sagradas at Mérida’s Cathedral
Temporarily suspended.
Venture to the San Ildefonso Cathedral , in Mérida, to see "Piedras Sagradas'' projected on the façade. This very visual history lesson teaches us about the construction of the current building that stands on the remains of the ancient Maya city, T'Hó .
Remember to arrive early so you can admire the façade covered with multicolored flowers in the minutes prior to the show. If you can't make it, don't worry! The show runs several times starting at 8 pm , so you can wait a few minutes at the end and enjoy the next projection.
Calle 60 x 61, Plaza Grande, Centro
Every Friday from 8 to 9 pm
Free admission
Diálogos del Conquistador at Casa Montejo
How about a night of light and sound, theater, dance, and a touch of Yucatecan music? Are you up for it? Since its inauguration - a few years ago - the façade of Casa Montejo has hosted a show that tells the story, not only of the house, but of its plateresque architecture and the origins of our beautiful city of Mérida.
Besides the video mapping "Diálogos del Conquistador", these evenings are accompanied by Yucatecan Trova, a theatrical show that stars Francisco de Montejo and a Maya cacique who engage in a conversation about the founding of Mérida , and before the end of the evening, you will enjoy traditional Yucatecan dance (Jarana) performed by the city’s folkloric ballet.
Casa Montejo
Calle 63 entre 60 y 62, Centro
Every Wednesday, from 8 to 9 pm
Free entrance
Photography by Olivia Camarena, Arturo Sánchez, FB Mérida es Cultura, Visit Mérida Mx, Ayuntamiento de Mérida and Yucatán Today.
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