Traditions and customs

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Day of the Dead

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Traditions and Customs

The Real Stroll or Parade of the Souls

Discover how Yucatecan families experience the Janal Pixan and the legend of the "Paseo de las Ánima...
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Gastronomy

An authentic recipe for Yucatán’s mukbilpollo or pib—for beginners

Make your own Pib or Mukbilpollo (Día de Muertos tamal) from scratch: detailed instructions on how t...
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Activities

How to Enjoy Mérida's Festival of Souls… and Live to Tell

Your guide to enjoying the Festival of Souls 2025 and experiencing Janal Pixan in Mérida. Parades, a...
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Gastronomy

Yucatecan Pan de Finados: Flavor, History, and Resilience

Discover "Pan de Finados," a Yucatecan Day of the Dead tradition. Learn its history, meaning, and un...
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Traditions and Customs

The Wildflowers of Yucatán: The Stars of the Day of the Dead

Wildflowers of Yucatán: protagonists on the Janal Pixan altars. Discover the flowers that give color...
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Traditions and Customs

The 2025 Festival of Souls: A Living Tradition in Mérida

From October 25 to November 2, Mérida prepares processions of souls, fairs, art exhibits and plenty ...
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