Traditions and customs

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Journey through the Traditions of Yucatan

The Mayans

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Day of the Dead

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Merida Carnival

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El Baile de las Cintas (The Ribbon Dance)

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Traditions and Customs

The hipil: What it is, how to wear it, and how to buy it

Learn the history and meaning of the Yucatecan hipil. Combine it, take care of it and always look el...
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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...
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Maya Culture

Biix and ochavario, the tradition of saying goodbye to our departed

How does Janal Pixan or Day of the Dead end in Yucatán? Find out when the souls go back to the under...
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Maya Culture

Yucatecan Embroidery: Heritage and Maya Identity

The beautiful heritage of embroidery: techniques, stories, and craftsmanship throughout the whole st...
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Traditions and Customs

The 2024 Festival of Souls: Mérida’s Day of the Dead activities

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