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Yucatan is a party! Customs and traditions

Like Paris, Yucatán is a party! Su costumbres y tradiciones destacan por su arte, humor, valores y profundo respeto a las creencias de los antepasados…

Holidays that make the life in merida in a fiction.

The customs and traditions of Yucatán stand out for their various religious celebrations and interesting indigenous festivities.

Yucatán is a distinctive and emblematic region due to the synchrony between the Mayan culture with the European culture.

The Yucatecan population enjoys a large number of centuries-old traditions that have been transmitted from generation to generation and are related to daily life.

La cultura de Yucatán es rica y diversa

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. Sus pueblos son cuna de costumbres y variados festejos, algunos más pomposos y otros más armoniosos o exóticos.

If we take into account the dances, meals, festivities, celebrations, music and typical clothing, Yucatán is one of the most culturally rich tourist destinations in the region.

Among the main customs and traditions of Yucatan is the Jarana, which is the typical dance of the state.

This musical style is characterized by its upbeat music, which combines European rhythms with indigenous sounds.

La Jarana is one of the most important Yucatan customs. During the dance, an element to highlight are the colorful costumes: huipiles and suits that, without a doubt, are a source of pride for the Yucatecans.

Vaquería: the Yucatecan rodeo

Another of the traditions of Yucatán are the vaquerías. Popular in Mexico, they include dance acts, music, traditional food and of course: horse shows and even bullfights.

También, como parte de las costumbres de Yucatán, durante estas jornadas que escuchan las famosas “bombas”, poemas graciosos, que incluyen algunas palabras mayas y se inspiran en la idiosincrasia yucateca.

Read: Yucatecan pumps: Traditions with mischief

Yucatecan music and song

Land of famous composers, the Yucatecan song shone in the last century.

Of important European and Cuban influence, genres such as bolero, guaracha and bambuco, with Colombian roots, stand out.

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The Yucatecan trova for the neighborhoods of Mérida.

Some notable composers are Antonio Hoil, Armando Manzanero, Cirilo Baqueiro and Sergio Esquivel

Listening to Yucatecan trova and doing it in the Plaza Grande, in Mérida, is another of the traditions and customs of Yucatán.

The roots of this music are found in Yucatán, Cuba and Colombia. They are mostly ballads accompanied by guitar, usually sung by male voices, and are romantic in nature.

Trova groups are made up of three or four musicians and you will see them at night, if you visit Plaza Grande. 

Go shine your shoes with the Shoeshine are other of the Yucatan customs.

This Yucatecan habit of shining shoes is very old It dates back to the 1930s and 1940s, when men reportedly wanted shiny dance shoes to attract dance partners to parties.

Currently, the trade of the shoeshine it still survives and you can find several people offering that service in the Plaza Grande and other parks, including Los Portales, Parque Hidalgo and Parque de la Madre. Also some in Paso de Montejo.

Did you know? Some historical figures, singers and even presidents, started out as shoeshiners or also known as shoeshiners.

If you have not tried it, it is a good way to relax, read the newspaper, or listen to some of their wonderful stories, well These shoe-shining men are encyclopedic urban storytellers and they know all the stories of the city.

Yucatan traditional costumes

Regional costumes are another of the Yucatan customs.

Colorful and showy they complement not only the dances and the festivities, but are also part of the daily life of the Yucatecans.

Two examples are the huipil and the guayabera.

Over time, the typical costumes of Yucatan they have undergone modifications and additions.

However, they continue to maintain the ancient heritage of the Mayan culture, the Spanish and Caribbean influence.

Within the Yucatan traditions the huipil is the most emblematic. Its origin dates back to pre-Hispanic times.

It is common among indigenous mexican women and are distinguished by their simple and practical design.

The huipiles are made by themselves and have fabulous embroidery. They can be short or long, with geometric embroidery, inspired by animals or with flowers.

Women not only wear the huipil, on the occasion of some important celebration or meeting: they are part of everyday life.

Between the men, the guayabera is the most popular garment. The guayabera is the quintessential garment used in tropical climates.

It is a symbol of elegance. He arrived in the region at the beginning of the 20th century and is of Cuban origin.

The distinction of Yucatecan food

Mosaic of flavors and aromas, within the customs of Yucatan we must not forget the prestigious Yucatecan gastronomy.

La hora de la comida es casi un rito en Yucatán…

There are a variety of regional dishes that are distinguished by their tasty ingredients from the land of Yucatan, such as red onion, achiote, habanero pepper, pepita or epazote among many others.

Their traditional drinks and desserts also stand out, mostly made with fruits from the region.

The most important indigenous festivals

The Mayan heritage is one of the hallmarks of Yucatan.

There are dozens of Yucatan festivities and customs handed down by the Mayan culture.

Each town has its own celebrations and festivities.

One of the most famous is the Hanal Pixán. During that day of veneration for the dead, candles and resins are lit and tasty banquets are offered in their memory.

Another Yucatan custom is the festival of spring equinox. It is celebrated from March 19-21 each year at the foot of the Kukulcán pyramid.

The autumn equinox, that takes place of September 20-22, in Chichén Itzá.

Colors of nature

Made from the leaves, roots and bark of the trees of the region, the dyes are a tradition that has been passed from generation to generation among the indigenous peoples of Mexico.

In many Mayan populations this custom still survives.

Trees are used such as Tzalam, from which a pale red is obtained, Sabacché, which is distinguished by its intense golden yellow, Tamay, characteristic for its orange, and Cho'O, which is used to produce blue.

The customs in Yucatan are colorful, like their crafts and dyes.

Religious festivals

Religious festivities are one of the most famous Yucatan beliefs.

In different cities, celebrations are held throughout the year in honor of the patron saints of each locality.

Mostly, these celebrations typically last up to seven days.

The patron saint of Yucatan is the Lady of the Immaculate Conception.

So every December 8, Mama Linda is celebrated, as she is commonly known among the faithful.

These preparations take several weeks in advance and begin at the end of November. Among the celebrations, the masses and the traditional serenade stand out.

Another highly revered religious figure among the Yucatecans is the image of San Antonio de Padua.

In June, which is when the Saint of Padua is celebrated, people usually go to mass and attend processions.

Christmas is coming, the Ramada is coming

In December the streets of the capital and the Yucatecan towns begin to transmit the Christmas spirit.

At this time it is very common to see children walking through the streets with a tree branch in hand, an image of the Virgin Mary and a box to store money.

Between December 1 and 11, it is very common for you to find them, accompanied by parents and friends, asking for money to start their own inn.

The funny thing is that as they move through the streets they sing Christmas songs.

Guadalupe Reyes

It is one of the most anticipated customs of Yucatan. It is done from the December 12th, with the celebrations of the Virgin of Guadalupe, on January 6, which is the day of the Kings.

Guadalupe Reyes Day is a time when the family is spent eating the rosca de reyes.

A color fact: the Easter thread has a plastic doll of the baby Jesus inside.

When the portions are cut, whoever gets the figure, must bring the tamales to eat on February 2, Candlemas day.

The whole year is carnival

And if it comes to customs and traditions in Yucatan, the Mérida Carnival, without a doubt, has a preferential place. It is not Rio, nor is New Orleans Mérida and here the Carnival has its own stamp.

The celebrations begin the weekend before Lent, which is linked to Easter.

It is carried out in a property destined for that purpose in Xmatkuil, a town a few kilometers from Mérida.

However, some of the celebrations take place downtown, such as the children's parades.

There are also float parades, with artistic figures, Kings and Kings contests and artistic shows among many other activities.

Easter: Masses, pilgrimages and Lent

Another Yucatan and Mexican custom is to celebrate Lent or Easter.

During Yucatecans tend to attend mass on Easter days and continue Lent avoiding eating meat.

Also, from the Palm Sunday to Good Friday or Resurrection Sunday there are always various festivities. From a simple procession to the recreation of the Crucifixion.

During Lent, one of the Yucatan customs is to get together as a family and taste typical dishes based on fish or the traditional Brazo de Reina, which is a variety of tamale.

More traditions and customs of Yucatán

Use Maya words when speaking in spanish

Very common in many parts of Yucatan, the combination of words from Mayan and Spanish are used simultaneously.

This is one of the many examples of the synchronicity of cultures.

Habañero pepper, To bites!

The habanero pepper is one of the spiciest. However, for the Yucatecans that is not a problem. Bitten, it tastes better! and in the food and customs of Yucatan they are very important.

beer, salt, lemon, Clamato and ice!

In Yucatán, drinking beer is like drinking water and if the chela has an extra ingredient, much better! 

Barefoot let's go, barefoot we walk

If you are Yucatecan and you are at home, surely you are barefoot. And is not for less.

Due to the heat, it is customary to wear as little clothing as possible and starting with the feet is a very good start.

To sleep: hammocks

This is one of the most popular Yucatan customs. In case you didn't know: if you're in Yucatán, you don't need a bed to sleep.

Well, it is the kingdom of the hammock. Comfortable, cool and very practical, they can also be addictive.

Regional theater to cry with laughter

It includes words in Mayan and very regional concepts, that's why it is unique.

A Yucatecan joke is insurmountable.

Snacks, varied, generous and free with a chela. Food and chela are an irreplaceable combo.

Take a tour of the bars and cantinas of Yucatán and you will see it with every beer and ¡Bomba! Health!

As you can see, the traditions and customs of Yucatan are numerous.

There are religious, festive or based on ancestral beliefs. They can be shared with family or friends or accompanied by music, dance, food, aromas and a lot of color. What other tradition or custom of Yucatan do you know?

You know Merida on Sunday?

Tourism Tianguis 2020 | The largest fair in the industry for the first time in Mérida

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Mérida será anfitriona del Tianguis Turístico 2020. Magno evento que reúne compradores y expositores del sector turístico nacional e internacional para promover el turismo en México.

Vivir en Mérida es sinónimo de cultura y turismo. El tianguis turístico 2020 tendrá como sede la capital de Yucatán. Del 22 al 25 de marzo, albergará a las personas y empresas más influyentes en tres importantes sedes de la ciudad en una gran feria que celebra el turismo en México.

De acuerdo a los organizadores, el tianguis turístico 2020 representa una gran inversión económica para la vida en Yucatán y México que se estima en más de 500 millones de pesos.

La feria de negocios contará con representantes de los 32 estados y hasta 600 expositores más destacados de la industria en los 5 continentes.

Además de una importante área de exposición para todo público, se podrán realizar citas de negocios y asistir a conferencias relacionadas con el turismo. También se ha programado una entrega de premios y reconocimientos al labor turístico.

El evento como cada año es totalmente gratuito para el público y apto para la familia. La principal atracción será la variedad de destinos, productos nacionales, internacionales y yucatecos.

El Centro de Convenciones Siglo XXI, el Centro Internacional de Congresos y el Gran Museo del Mundo Maya son las sedes en Yucatán este año.

¿Qué es el tianguis turístico México 2020?

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“En México número de visitantes registrados en 2014 a museos, monumentos históricos y zonas arqueológicas fue de 21.6 millones de visitantes.”

El Tianguis Turístico México es la feria de negocios del sector turístico más importante que celebra y promueve el turismo nacional.

Desde 1975 los expositores y compradores del turismo mexicano se dan citan una vez al año al foro de negocios que siempre tuvo sede en la ciudad de Acapulco, pero desde el 2011 se vuelve itinerante para realizarse en una ciudad distinta cada año.

Antes llamado Feria Internacional de Hoteles y Agencias Turísticas de Acapulco, nace en la búsqueda de vincular intereses y establecer relaciones que contribuyan al crecimiento y fortalecimiento de la industria turística mexicana.

Te recomendamos: Mérida, ciudad en crecimiento.

Ediciones anteriores

Mérida, Yucatán será anfitrión del tianguis más grande de la industria turística en México. Durante muchos años Acapulco fue sede principal; no obstante desde el 2020 se acuerdan nuevas sedes para mantener la promoción turística del país.

Aunque cada dos años regresan al sitio que los vio nacer: Acapulco, este 2020 el tianguis en Mérida seguirá siendo unos de los principales foros de negocios que contribuyen a la derrama económica nacional e internacional que necesita el sector turístico en México.

Tres sedes del tianguis turístico en Mérida

Centro de Convenciones Yucatán Siglo XXI

El Siglo XXI albergará el tianguis turístico un sus más de 20 mil metros cuadrados. Se localiza al norte de la ciudad, consulta aquí cómo llegar. Su ubicación es privilegiada: cercana al aeropuerto y del centro de la ciudad.

Tianguis turístico 2020
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“El último año, movimiento turístico mundial ascendió a 1,135 millones de turistas que generaron una derrama económica de 1,245 mil millones de dólares.” Fuente.

Centro Internacional de Congresos de Yucatán

Será el lugar en el que se realizará el acto inaugural. Situado muy cerca del Paseo Montejo, fue inaugurado en 2018 y fue sede de la Cumbre Mundial de la Paz en 2019 en Yucatán. Uno de los centros de eventos internacionales más prestigiosos

Gran Museo del Mundo Maya.

En este recinto cultural se efectuarán prestigiosas conferencias relacionadas con el sector. El Gran Museo del Mundo Maya comparte terreno con el Centro de Conveciones Siglo XXI. Bastan unos pasos para llegar a las impresionantes instalaciones del Museo Maya, inspiradas en el árbol de la Ceiba.

Mérida en la edición 45° del Tianguis turístico

La elección de Yucatán como sede del tianguis turístico 2020, responde a varios factores. Es uno de los destinos que más ha crecido en México y su desarrollo económico es notable.

Mérida es una de las ciudades más seguras de México y cuenta con numerosas ventajas. Es un destino favorito para nacionales y extranjeros y su cercanía a ruinas arqueológicas y playas atraen a miles de turistas al año.

A nivel local es la capital más importante del sureste mexicano. Su ubicación estratégica e infraestructura la convierten en favorita para muchos extranjeros y migrantes internos que han decidido mudarse a esta gran ciudad.

En materia de turismo, Yucatán ha mostrado un gran crecimiento con una importante proyección a nivel nacional e internacional. Su moderna infraestructura adecuada para congresos y convenciones, como el Centro Internacional de Congresos Yucatán y el Centro de Convenciones Siglo XXI, son un modelo en la región.

Turismo en Yucatán: una potencia mexicana

Vivir en Mérida es aventura y naturaleza. De exuberantes paisajes, la belleza de Yucatán se aprecia en todo momento. Con más de 3 mil cenotes y 5 reservas naturales protegidas es un destino ideal para los amantes de las actividades al aire libre. Además, sus 340 kilómetros de costa son la mejor excusa para los fanáticos de la playa.

La cultura y la historia también son grandes atractivos de la vida en Yucatán. Existen 17 sitios arqueológicos y cuenta con pueblos mágicos, como Valladolid e Izamal.

Vivir en Mérida son colores, sonidos, aromas. Su patrimonio arquitectónico es uno de los más importantes de México. Además, esta capital cuenta con el segundo Centro Histórico más grande del país.

Izamak-vivir en Yucatán
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Izamal, pueblo mágico de Yucatán.

En cuanto alojamiento existen en disponibilidad más de 8 mil habitaciones, hoteles de primer nivel y prestigiosas cadenas hoteleras. Haciendas, hoteles boutiques y hostales. Existen opciones para todo tipo de presupuestos.

La conectividad terrestre y aera se encuentra garantizada. El aeropuerto Internacional de Mérida o las modernas carreteras permiten trasladarse sin inconvenientes a diferentes partes del mundo y del país.

Asimismo, la cocina yucateca es reconocida internacionalmente. Su combinación de ingredientes es notable. Achiote, cilantro, lima, chile, cebolla morada, naranja agria y chile habanero son algunos ejemplos.

¿Qué se espera del tianguis turístico en Yucatán?

En el año 2019 el Secretario de Turismo del Gobierno de México, Miguel Torruco, declaró un logro por 424 millones de pesos en el Tianguis Turístico 2019 en Acapulco.

El foro cerró con una cifra récord de 47 mil 378 citas, concluyendo con un incremento del 6%.

En comparación, según el Diario de Yucatán el presidente de la Asociación de Agencias Promotoras de Turismo (Aaprotuy) Luis Herrera Albertos, afirmó que el Tianguis Turístico 2020 se prepara con más de 40 suites de negocios y espacio stands de exposición.

Asimismo, compartió la confirmación de 1,400 compradores nacionales y extranjeros registrados; 3,600 expositores y en todo el Siglo XXI habrían unos 49,000 sitios de negocios.

¿Listo para asistir al tianguis turístico 2020? ¡Te esperamos!

Conoce el programa para asistir al Tianguis Turístico México 2020.

Real estate in Mérida

You are looking for a house for rent or sale, we leave you a list of real estate agencies that will help you find the best option for you.

REAL ESTATE MÉRIDA

Calle 19 175, México Oriente, 97137 Mérida, Yuc.
Phones:
(999) 289 52 77
(999) 338 12 46

www.inmobiliariamerida.com

REAL ESTATE REMAX TANLAH

Plaza Macau Local 8 and 13 Calle 37A No. 303 and Av. Andrés García Lavín.

Col. San Ramón Nte, 97117 Mérida, Yuc.
Telephone: (999) 941 6996
www.remaxtanlah.com/remax-merida

89 REAL ESTATE

By 18, Calle 27 89, Col. Mexico, 97125 Mérida, Yuc.
Telephone: (999) 926 6210

www.89inmobiliaria.com

YUCATAN PREMIER REAL ESTATE

Calle 22 #248 Monterreal 97133 Mérida, Yuc.

Phones: 999 994 12 14.

www.yucatanpremier.com.mx

GROUP H REAL ESTATE

Calle 20 44F x 1F y 1G, Col. México, 97125 Mérida, Yuc.
Telephone: (999) 290 1571
https://grupohinmobiliaria.com

MAYAN REALTY

Calle 41 299, Cordemex, 97113 Mérida, Yuc.
Telephone: 999 101 2600
www.mayanrealty.net

BECSA INMOBILIARIA GROUP

Calle 93 479, Fraccionamiento Diamante Paseos de Opichén, Mérida, Yuc.
Phone: (999) 161 3302
www.grupocurma.com.mx

FREE MAN REAL ESTATE

Calle 21b x 22 y 24 San Pedro Cholul, Yucatán, 97138 Mérida, Yuc.
Phone: (999) 331 7195
http://freemanbienesraices.mx

REAL ESTATE BCI

5, Residencial Montecristo, 97133 Mérida, Yuc.
Telephone: (999) 944 1300
www.grupobci.com

You may also be interested in Guide to rent or buy houses in Mérida: https://www.subscribepage.com/guiavidaenyucatan

Recommendation to enjoy in Mérida, a delicious Japanese meal.

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Para los que vivimos en Mérida, sabemos la variedad gastronómica que nos brinda el estado de Yucatán, además de deliciosos platillos tradicionales, hoy en día podemos encontrar una amplia gama de restaurantes que nos ofrecen vivir una experiencia formidable, esto y más es lo que puedes encontrar en tu nueva Vida en Yucatán hoy les platicaré del restaurante Hanaichi delicioso por la frescura y calidad del pescado crudo, así como la variedad de platillos que tienen en la carta.

Sushi-Ramén y Nigiris- Restaurante Hanaichi Mérida- Vida en Yucatán

Disfruta la tarde y noche en Mérida

El ambiente es muy agradable, es tranquilo y relajante, tienen una terraza que te hará disfrutar el clima nocturno y los atardeceres que te ofrece Mérida, disfruta esta hermosa vista acompañado de una de las bebidas tradicionales de Japón como es el sake o también con una cerveza Sapporo muy fría para refrescarte del intenso calor de nuestro estado.

Espacios cómodos y reservados

Dentro del restaurante puedes disfrutar la compañía de tu pareja, familia o amigos en un ambiente muy lindo, reservado y cómodo.

Restaurante Hanaichi Mérida- Vida en Yucatán

Su carta es muy variada, ya que tiene amplia gama de entradas, sashimis, nigiris, rollos, tempura y ramen. Todo esto con una calidad de frescura y sabor extraordinario, además la amplia selección de bebidas te permite disfrutar de una rica y deliciosa cerveza o una variedad de sakes que puedes disfrutar fríos o calientes. Te recomiendo el sake de la casa, es un poco afrutado y es muy agradable como aperitivo o si lo prefieres para acompañar con los alimentos.

¿Cuánto pagaré por una comida japonesa en Mérida?

La relación de calidad-precio es muy justa y no te vas a arrepentir por el buen sabor de boca que tendrás. Tuvimos la oportunidad de visitarlos, nos encanta la comida japonesa y el ramen, así que no podía faltar este platillo por probar y la verdad fue una experiencia deliciosa, la presentación del ramen es atractiva a primer vista, un plato muy bien servido con una calidad genial de ingredientes y un sabor delicioso, tiene todos los sabores y texturas que esperas de un platillo como este, se los recomendamos ampliamente, el platillo se llama Shoyu Ramen.

Shoyu Ramen Restaurante Hanaichi – Vida en Yucatán

¿Cómo llegar?

El restaurante se encuentra ubicado en Av.Andrés García Lavín en la plaza Sky City en el Nivel 8. Cuentan con todas las medidas sanitarias para que no tengas ningún problema y disfrutes de una comida deliciosa.

From the town for everyone: Lucas de Gálvez Market

Durante muchos años, el Mercado Lucas de Galvez ha sido un sitio fértil para la compra y venta de productos frescos y naturales, cuidados por las mismas manos que los ofrecen…

The secrets that this old building holds is one of the most emblematic in the history of commerce in the state.

In its enclosures are the best examples of the culture, tradition, customs, art and gastronomy of Yucatan.

There is a large number of markets in Mérida where both tourists and locals can stock up on the necessary products to eat, decorate their home, buy clothing, handicrafts, as well as entertainment items.

The Lucas de Gálvez Market is part of the history of Yucatán and it is a protagonist of the purchase and sale of all kinds of products, proudly Yucatecan.

Señoras vendiendo comida en yucatan
The true flavor of Yucatán is in the hands of its producers.

It is a market that came into operation on September 16, 1887, although at that time it was known simply as “Mercado Gálvez” in honor of Governor Lucas de Gálvez.

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The market, located in the historic center of the city of Mérida on 65A street , has seen its demolition on three occasions in which it has been intended to expand the dimensions of the place and make it a more spacious place to receive the thousands of visitors who gather in the corridors every day.

The first restoration of the building took place in 1909, when a sheet and masonry roof was placed that benefited the merchants who had their market stalls at the time.

Years later, in 1948, the market underwent a renovation to expand the site and, once again, adapt it to the needs indicated by the owners of the premises at that time.

An endearing place for the hearts of thousands of Meridans, in the Lucas de Gálvez Market you will find almost any item you need.

For the tourists It is the ideal place to learn more about the culture and traditions of the Yucatan.

Comida de Yucatan
The art of Yucatecan cuisine.

In the aisles of the market they have the option of seeing the variety of fruits and vegetables grown in the region, compare prices and ask the owners any questions they may have.

On the other hand, it is a tourist attraction to learn about the colors, accent, clothing, sounds and distinctive flavors of the state and its inhabitants.

It is an adventure that begins with access to the market and ends with a transformation in the thinking of those who managed to capture a piece of the Yucatecan essence through contact with the tenants.

Lucas de Gálvez Market, Yucatecan history, culture and commerce

For those who have made their lives in Yucatan, the visit to the market is perhaps a mandatory stop that is done at least once in their life.

For many people, the markets in Mérida represent the opportunity to acquire the best products at the best price, thus employing hundreds of artisans, farmers and merchants in the region.

Within the Lucas de Gálvez market you will find footwear for all kinds of tastes, budgets and needs.

Once there, you may want to buy souvenirs from your trip to Yucatan for the whole family.

In the Lucas de Gálvez Market you will find a wide range of Embroidered clothing and typical Yucatan dresses at a fair and accessible price, ideal to take a souvenir of your stay in the city.

If gastronomy is your thing, within the aisles of the market you will find a complete universe of vegetables, seeds, spices, meats and fruits that have been grown by local farmers, who day by day travel long distances to bring the best products to the public.

Of course, your visit cannot end without first trying one of the typical dishes that are prepared in the market.

It is an experience that will undoubtedly allow you to appreciate more closely the flavors and colors of the town in Yucatan.

Zic de Venado en Yucatan
Venison tzic, a typical Yucatan dish.

To get to Lucas de Gálvez Market es necesario internarse en las calles más recónditas del centro… mentira.

The market is located on 65A street, next to the old post office building and one corner of the Eulogio Rosado park.

Before, it used to be an area full of splendor called Paseo de las Bonitas, however the ravages of time have made it what we know today.

Do not forget to try the salbutes and panuchos, the turkey broth, the black filling, the chocolomo and the typical Yucatan sweets Like the papaya sweet and the meringues, you will not regret visiting the Lucas de Gálvez de Mérida Market.

Do you want to know the old cantinas of Mérida and drink from their tradition and mischievous humor?

This is the perfect date to visit Yucatan

The best date to visit Yucatán is almost all year round. Don't worry if your vacations to Quintana Roo, Campeche or Yucatán are postponed, the weather here is like magic.

Yucatan enjoy a warm tropical climate every month, with temperatures averages between 20 ° C and 30 ° C.

The only thing to pay attention to is the hurricane season, which brings with it strong winds and rains.

The winter months have a dry season that runs from December to April. It is a good time to visit Yucatan.

However, on these dates the accommodation rates are significantly higher.

From March to early April, the peninsula goes through the spring season. Spring Break takes place. Therefore, if you are looking for tranquility, it may not be the best date to visit Yucatan.      

Visit Yucatan in summer and fall

On July and August is very hot and there is quite a bit of humidity. It's summer vacation. So people flock to the resorts.

From mid-April to mid-July and from September to November are low and much calmer seasons, but it is rainy time and perhaps There may be occasional hurricanes especially from June to October.

Secondly, the best date to visit Yucatan and swim with whale sharks, It is from June to September, when they reach the waters to feed and mate.

Si lo que deseas es obtener precios bajos, el mejor momento para visitar Yucatán es en noviembre y principios de diciembre.

The climate in the south is pleasant and the costs of vacation packages are notably more affordable, compared to mid-December to April.

Well during Christmas, New Years and Easter, the fees are really high and the houses for rent for vacations it can get very expensive.

 6 essential things to do if you go to Yucatan

la mejor fecha para visitar yucatan
The best date to visit the Yucatan is April, but in our hearts any time is perfect on the peninsula.

Yucatan landscapes are wild and beautiful and there is much to explore on foot, by bike or by boat.

You can choose to hike through Mérida, ride a bike through the Cobá ruins, or kayak in the Sian Ka'an wetlands.

If you already know the best date to visit Yucatan, we list essential destinations to visit on your vacations.

1.      Conocer Chichén Itzá

The Mayan civilization dominated the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico between 600 and 900 AD. Chichén Itzá, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is the most popular archaeological site.

However, you can also go to other ruins such as Cobá, Tulum or the pyramids of Ek Balam, which are beautifully preserved, near the colonial city of Valladolid. 

2.      Hacer snorkel o bucear en arrecifes

The reefs off the Caribbean coast of Yucatan are impressive and are home to several areas of protected wildlife.

The open ocean offers casual encounters with sailfish, dolphins, whale sharks, and giant manta rays. You can also take a refreshing swim in a cenote

3.      Probar la comida yucateca

The Yucatan Peninsula is famous for its seafood and its exquisite cuisine. Be sure to try the local flavors.

Specialties include fried fish, cochinita pibil - a Mayan dish of pork marinated in achiote and orange and baked in banana leaves - or the classic lime soup.

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4.      Visitar ciudades coloniales y pueblos mayas

In Yucatan you will find Colonial cities and Magical Towns scattered throughout the state: Izamal, Valladolid, Ticul, Muna and more.

But better yet, visit them when they have a special festival or celebration, and you will become part of an event that you will never forget.

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These festivities are true festivals of color, music and traditions.

5.      Disfrutar de sus playas e increíbles hoteles

El Golfo de México tiene playas de todas las formas y tamaños … Progreso, muy cerca de Mérida, tiene playas súper extensas para conocer.

Another option is Holbox.

Holbox Island is located northwest of Cancun.

It is a true paradise and all-inclusive vacations in the Riviera Maya, with its wonderful hotels, are not to be missed.

6.      Apreciar la biodiversidad en Río Lagartos es mucho más que una playa

In this reserve nature is dominant. Mangroves and numerous species of flora and fauna inhabit this fabulous place.

You already know the best date to visit Yucatan. We are waiting for you!

El Pinar House | Yucatan in pink

Existen 5,057 m2 de historias en la casa El Pinar en Mérida que esperan ser contadas.

Una antigua casona que suscita la intriga, desconfianza y miedo tras sus muros rosa pastel. Su reciente anuncio de venta, despertó la curiosidad y seducción del edificio. Conócela.

La casa el Pinar se encuentra en el casco histórico de la ciudad. Una zona conveniente para los edificios soberbios que esperan la mirada de curiosos y turistas. 

La Colón es una de las avenida más antiguas de Mérida, en ella se encuentran antiguas casonas y edificios que tiñen a la calle 60 de una nostalgia color rosa… 

Ahí, en la calle 60 a la altura de la Colón se mantiene enhiesta desde aproximadamente 1915 la casa El Pinar. 

Como la pintura opaca de un viejo artista, durante décadas la casa El Pinar se mantuvo abandonada, despertando el interés de los transeúntes, lugareños y turistas sobre la identidad del dueño.

La casa ofrecía un espectáculo para todo el que pasaba; era imposible ignorar su arquitectura de renacentismo francés, el color rosa solitario que escupía las paredes y el extraño soplo entre las rejas que protegen la casa.

La terrorífica historia de amor y abandono en la casa El Pinar

Por supuesto que existe una historia de amor, locura y muerte detrás de una edificación que es reflejo de la riqueza y producción del henequén en Yucatán.  

Según la historia de la casa, el Pinar era el acceso al antiguo pueblo de Itzimná durante el auge del oro verde. Lo cual la coloca como una de las mansiones henequeneras de la antigua Mérida más representativas.

Cuenta la leyenda que en aquel palacio un joven matrimonio portugués vivió extraños antontecimientos que marcaron profundamente la esencial de la casona.

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El pinar 1915 | Te recomendamos: Sillas confidentes, una leyenda de amor.

A pesar de tener menos de 50 años el suceso, poco se sabe de la vida de la pareja más allá de la historia y fama que la casa ha ganado.

Cuentan los ojos de la ciudad que para el año de 1985 comenzó la tragedia de la casona el Pinar, cuando la mujer fue mordida con un murciélago causándole rabia.

Recordemos que la rabia, enfermedad también conocida como hidrofobia y transmitida por perros, murciélagos, zorros, etc., causa en el humano síntomas físicos y mentales.

La salivación, irritabilidad y alucinaciones, son las más icónicas de la hidrofobia.

Para el año de 1985 ya existía vacuna contra la rabia, sin embargo el porcentaje de recuperación era bajo en comparación con los tratamientos actuales.

El esposo desesperado y tras agotar su esperanza en la ciencia, le confió a la casa El Pinar la vida de su amada esposa.

Así fue como la encerró en una de las habitaciones de la mansión, dejando que la casa sea el infierno vivo de la mujer que solía llamar “esposa”.

La muerte de la mujer fue un proceso largo que solo lo podrían contar las paredes que ya no están del palacio.

Gritos de angustia se estrellaban en los oídos de los vecinos más cercanos. Era una época donde los rumores llegaban más rápido que la luz y en poco tiempo, toda la ciudad fue un testigo silencioso.

Tras el alivio de la muerte, el viudo abandona la casa el Pinar y la ciudad de Mérida. Se ignora el destino del hombre, pero es seguro que ningún exilio fue suficiente para olvidar los gritos de horror que repetía la casa.

La restauración es una tregua con el tiempo

Dentro de la historia de las casonas en Mérida, la casa el Pinar es una de las más misteriosas debido a la escasa información y a los estragos del abandono.

Te sugerimos: 5 antiguas casonas de la vieja Mérida.

Según la Biblioteca Yucatense a través de Mérida en la Historia la casa El pinar perteneció a Miguel Peón Casares en 1906.

No obstante, en la página oficial del sitio el año de su construcción está fechado en 1915.

Otras fuentes especulan que fue Humberto Perón el dueño de la casa el Pinar, y el hombre que la mantuvo en total olvido hasta ser adquirida por Aberto Bulnes Guedea.

Bulnes Guedea se dio a la tarea de restaurar el alma de la antigua casona y curó los detalles y recovecos de la casa hasta regresarla a la vida.

Finalmente, la propiedad fue vendida a la familia Molina. José Trinidad Molina y su esposa lograron darle la esencia de hogar que tantos años suplicó la mansión de color rosa, sobre la mítica calle 60.

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Casa el Pinar Mérida abre sus puertas. Titular de Novedades Yucatán.

Una nueva esperanza para la casa El Pinar

Recientemente la casa El Pinar abrió sus puertas al público satisfaciendo la curiosidad de miles de yucatecos y turistas que aguardaron años para conocer sus cimientos más íntimos.

En las visitas guiadas que puedes agendar a través de su sitio web, encontrarás cada una de las habitaciones de la casa amuebladas a detalle según los lujos europeos de la vida en Yucatán.

Si quieres rematar tu asombro por la casa, consulta aquí el breve y maravilloso tour virtual.

Los colores en Yucatán son parte del lenguaje del espacio para comunicarse con nosotros. Yucatán en rosa puede ser una salinera en Las Coloradas y también una casa llena de fantasmas como la casa el Pinar.

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Beautiful, anachronistic and immortal canteens

Famous and traditional. The bars and cantinas in Mérida are the scene of stories, reunions and solitudes.

The oldest cantinas and the best bars in Mérida to drink, snack and eat.

The bars and cantinas in Mérida are true icons of the passing of time and of a tradition that never dies.

Although it seems out of time, anachronistic and timeless, even in a couple of them the entrance to women is forbidden.

Read: Yucatecan woman. Pioneer in the fight for her rights.

In all the cantinas of Mérida alcoholic beverages are the protagonists of a setting very similar to the tower of Babel.

Beer, of course, will always be the favorite drink of the Yucatecan public.

In many, simplicity and informality are the key to their success. Others, reconstruct the old concept by giving a modern twist to their design and adding live music shows, thus turning them into immortal spaces of the city.

The truth is in the cantinas of Mérida, it's not just about drinking, they're good too dining options, listen to music or spend a bohemian time, with friends, family (some are appropriate) or alone (why not?).

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Cantinas in Mérida to refresh with friends with Yucatecan food and beer of all kinds.

There are several famous cantinas in Mérida Yucatán, whose names are also suggestive.

From "The Dry State" to "La Casita de Paja" there are quirky, original and very funny names.

The location of the canteens also says a lot about them.

The canteens in downtown Mérida are the oldest and are located in the most traditional neighborhoods and popular. There are more than a hundred canteens.

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The food or snack in the canteens it is also a hallmark. It usually varies by region and in some places it can include up to a menu of three courses or more.

The Yucatecan cantina snack includes the most traditional flavors like sikil pak, papdzules, kibis and various tacos.

A city with more than a hundred canteens

It will be the heat ... In Mérida there are more than 100 canteens. They are distributed in the different city neighborhoods, although they are mostly located in the Center.

In Mérida, go to the canteen it is an experience that everyone should live more than once in their life.

They are a meeting point by tradition or custom, and ideal to celebrate, leave problems behind or even work.

The Merida cantinas and bars They are distinguished by their heterogeneous population, you can find from workers to university students to artists, teachers, journalists and foreigners.

There are canteens and bars classic and traditional, located in Antique buildings, that are found open to the public for decades, there are also more chic options with a high quality service, live music, in open spaces and with unique and modern styles.

You can find them for all budgets.

Origin of the canteens

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The oldest bars and cantinas in Mérida.

The term "canteen" is derived from the Celtic word which means: pantry, cabinet or small room where they classified and stored wines.

In colonial times they were called tavern, to refer to those establishments that sold all kinds of intoxicating drinks.

The canteens originate approximately in 1847 during the US occupation of Mexico, as a result of the growing demand for beverages consumed by the invading soldiers.

Beer, the favorite drink in the cantinas of Yucatán

Beer is the oldest registered drink in the world. However, it was in the early Middle Ages that what we know as modern beer.

Around 1150, German monks began to use hops in beer.

This peculiar ingredient that provides the bitter taste, had other advantages: among them it allowed to keep the drink for longer.

With the passage of time, countries such as Germany, Belgium and the British Isles, became a true brewing center thanks to their rigorous preparation techniques and ingredients.

Free snacks or food? Ideal to know the gastronomic offer of the region

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Papadzules are a typical dish of Yucatecan cuisine.

In canteens, the main feature is the great variety of snacks.

Snacks are almost always dishes from the region, state or city where they are found.

In some canteens, more than 20 gastronomic proposals are offered, which makes them the ideal place to know the typical food of the region.

In some places They are divided by time and the type of snack changes according to the amount of alcoholic beverages that are consumed.

In some canteens they still operate with rules or systems for eat free and enjoy the complimentary snack: the first drink gives the right to choose between more or less 5 simple snacks and so on, until choosing between main dishes, such as puc chuc, black filling, queen arm, etc.

Some of the most common snacks are:

Papadzules: very tasty, it is a pre-Hispanic recipe characteristic of Yucatan.

Charritos: These fritters, mostly made with corn, are famous in different parts of Mexico.

Queen's arm: this tamale is typical of Yucatecan gastronomy. It is made with chaya, which is a native tree of the peninsula and of Tabasco.

Kibis: Lebanese heritage, this Yucatecan delicacy can be eaten as a snack in many cantinas in Mérida. It is prepared with wheat dough and filled with minced meat.

Codzitos: it is simply a fried omelette accompanied by red sauce and a little fresh cheese. Without a doubt, it is the best ally to accompany with a fresh beer.

Polcanes: stuffed with ibex, a legume typical of Yucatan, Polcanes are a very tasty chubby type of snack. You find it in markets and on city corners. Learn more about the street vendors on the streets of Mérida.

4 Fun facts about canteens

  1. Did you know that it was only in 1982 that enter the women to the canteens? In this way, a prohibition that had been in force since the 19th century was rendered ineffective.
  1. 62 liters per inhabitant per year. That is the average consumption of Mexicans in cantinas and bars in Mérida.
  1. The antecedent of the canteens were the inns. In Mexico, the first one opened its doors in 1525 in the capital of the country.
  1. The word and concept of canteen began to be used in 1847, after the invasion of the Americans into Mexican territory.

9 bars and canteens with complimentary snacks

Dzalbay

One of the Older canteens in Mérida from the city. For eight decades it has provided Yucatecan snacks and good service.

It is also known for its bands of live jazz on Sunday afternoons. A show that takes you back to old New Orleans from your table.

Address: Calle 64 x 53, Centro.

The Cardinal Cantina

This restaurant bar in Mérida transmits an atmosphere for friends and has outdoor spaces.

There is live music and do not forget to accompany your beer with its delicious snacks and promotions who constantly post on their social networks.

Address: Calle 63 x 70 y 72, Centro.

The Gallito

Its comfortable and extensive bar is a symbol of the bars in the center of Merida. Among the richest snacks you will find fish, ceviche and mole.

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Canteens and bars in Merida remodeled.

Address: Calle 45, almost corner with 62, Centro.

The Dry State

It is a classic among students and one of the most frequented canteens in Mérida.

Cantina Económica, born in the 30s and continues to serve the thirstiest of our days.

Old and informal, in it you can enjoy a very cold beer (loggerhead version but double) and eat delicious thanks to a generous snack which can include pork rinds in red sauce, motuleños eggs and potatoes with chorizo.

The menu varies with the days and an average of eight different snack plates are served between beer and beer.

Address: Calle 47 y 66, Centro.

The Straw House

Lots of beer and rum at affordable prices, for pirates who come looking for a place to quench their thirst for the sea.

At La Casita de Paja you can choose your music on the jukebox. It is a super popular place among residents of the area and university students.

Address: Calle 55, between 44 and 46, Centro.

The Morning Star

One of the cantinas in Mérida ideal to go on a weekend with the family is the Lucero del Alba.

Wide, with live music and a varied proposal of snacks 100% yucatecas You can taste everything from cochinita tacos to black stuffing or queen arm. You can eat even sweetbreads as a courtesy!

Address: Calle 56 y 47, Centro.

La Negrita

If you are looking for a varied target in La Negrita you will find it. Adults and young people, foreigners and locals, meet every day in this evening canteen.

Their snack is simple but abundant: refried beans, pork rinds, cucumbers, popcorn and elbows. There is live music.

Address: Calle 62 y 49, Centro.

The good bye

It is one of the most famous cantinas in Mérida to go with a family atmosphere.

Every day in Eladios women and men congregate to have a drink and eat a delicious yucatecan snack.

On the tables there is almost everything: Pop Chuc, squid ceviche, wrapped baby, kibis, gorditas ...

Address: Calle 59 #425, Centro.

New Town Bar

Popular and inexpensive, this is another of the bars in Mérida where you can enjoy a cold loggerhead. The snacks are homemade and include pickled potatoes, black stuffing, and beans with pork.

Address: Calle 53, corner with 44, Centro.

What did you think of these cantina suggestions in Mérida? They are certainly a great place to eat, refresh and be witnesses to the immortality of space in Yucatan.

In all of them, your beer shot is accompanied by an assorted, generous snack and in some cases with the best artisan flavor. Get to know them!

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Yucatan in pink | The coloradas

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Las Coloradas Yucatán, within the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, enchants with the pink color that its salt ponds emanate ...

You imagine a pink beach? It exists very close to Mérida, in Las Coloradas. The beaches in Yucatán are an artist's dream come true.

Yucatán is a state that stands out for the diversity of its space, especially for their colors that stain the afternoons and life.

We find the peculiarity of its colors and the design that the flora and fauna create in each tourist space, in each magical town and architectural survey; but the color pink, is a constant in life in Yucatan.

Las Coloradas, a curious reddish landscape populated by pink flamingos, is located just over 2 and a half hours from Mérida.

Without a doubt, this destination presents a setting that will impact all your senses, an impressive visual spectacle.

A quiet place where you can appreciate natural pink waters and a clean and amazing horizon.

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Las Coloradas, Yucatan.

Almost virgin, Las Coloradas de Yucatán is a fishing village with little infrastructure, but with everything you need for a guided tour.

Its past and present salinero distinguishes it from the rest of the towns on the coast, which are dedicated only to fishing. In fact, its salt industry is the largest and most important in the region.

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Las Coloradas Yucatán Why is the water pink?

The main attraction, of this pink beach near Cancun, are its waters of particular salmon color, which vary in intensity, depending on the greater amount of salt.

Since Mayan times, this area has been used for salt extraction. As the lagoons are shallow, the plankton, red algae and shrimp they thrive in the environment and paint the waters.

With the evaporation of water, these species become more concentrated turning the surface pink.

The landscape is even more impressive, because during the months of April and May, is home to a large community of flamingos, which are also pink and frame the canvas of Las Coloradas Yucatán.

Even if you feel tempted you cannot bathe in the lagoon. To enter you must pay an entry of approximately $50 pesos, and be accompanied by a local guide, who will find them in the access area.

When to visit Las Coloradas?

The best season to visit the Coloradas Yucatán is throughout the year.

Although there are times when the salt mine empties one of the locks. However, the guides request permission from the salt works to enter another of the locks.

As we mentioned before, the months of April and May concentrate the life in pink that lives in Las Coloradas, so it is also the appropriate time to visit and get to know this show in pink.

Two tips:

The pink color is seen with greater intensity between the 12 and 15 hours, which is when the sun is at its zenith.

On your visit, don't forget to bring comfortable clothes, a hat, and sunscreen. Remember to stay hydrated and protected from the sun.

In the surroundings, take a walk around:

Las Coloradas beach

This beach is very lonely and perhaps that is where its charm lies. If you go in May it is possible that you will meet the different species of sea turtles that arrive there to spawn.

Cancunito Beach

This destination is little known to foreigners, but a favorite among locals. It is located on the way to Río Lagartos. Ideal for bathing in the sea with a little privacy.

Lagartos River

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Pink flamingos are part of the Yucatán en rosa scene.

If you are heading to Las Coloradas, I suggest that you also take a boat tour of the nearby Rio Lagartos biosphere.

To do so, simply take the main road. 30 minutes away you will find the access and the boats that will take you to the reserve.

How to get to Las Coloradas Yucatán?

The distance from downtown Mérida to Las Coloradas Yucatán is 219 kilometers.

You must take the road that goes to Tizimín. From this town you are 53 kilometers.

How long is it from Mérida to las Coloradas?

It all depends on the transport you choose. If you go to Las Coloradas, by car you do about 2 and a half hours, approximately. By bus the tour can last up to 3 and a half hours.

The bus from Mérida to las Coloradas is taken at the TAME terminal.

First you must go to Tizimín. From this town there are direct connections every two hours. Then you have to take a truck to Las Coloradas.

How to get there from Cancun?

From Cancun you can hire a tour or taxi service. There is also public transport, but to get there you must make different combinations: Cancun / Tizimín Tizimín / Las Coloradas.

How much do you make from Cancun to Las Coloradas? By public transport it is more than 4 hours of travel. By car or taxi, about 3 hours.

Yucatan houses an infinite gallery of paradisiacal places, worthy of dreams and surreal paintings. Las Coloradas, with a beach of life in pink.

Meet soon, other pink spaces in Yucatán at Vida en Yucatán.

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Sand, sea and pirates in Playa Bonita, Campeche

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Do you know Playa Bonita in Campeche? Intimate and small it is a reference point for rest. Enjoy this incredible place and all the beauties of Yucatan.

Located on the Yucatan peninsula and facing the Gulf of Mexico is Campeche.

It is the only walled fortress city in Mexico. Its Historic Center has been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco.

Its old town is an urban landscape of colonial heritage, dating from the 16th century and perfectly preserved.

Campeche is not yet considered a mass tourism destination. However, it has an international airport and is close to Merida and Cancun.

Beaches in Campeche? Yes, and they are beautiful!

Many think that in Campeche there are no places to bathe in the sea. However, Playa Bonita in Campeche is the exception.

Located in the small town of fishermen of Lerma, this seaside resort in Campeche is ideal to go on a weekend or on vacation, thanks to its proximity to Mérida.

Playa Bonita in Campeche is one of the most wonderful places on the Campeche coast.

A quiet place that is located on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico.

A day at sea

On Bonita Campeche Beach natural beauty is the main means of entertainment. If you want to spend a pleasant day surrounded by nature in an idyllic setting.

The blue color of the sea is extremely relaxing and the sea breeze comforts from the first moment you feel it on your face.

On the fine white sand you can walk or lie down to appreciate the fabulous natural landscape.

On Playa Bonita Campeche you will find everything you need to enjoy the sun and the sea.

At Spa there are palapas, bathrooms, changing rooms, restaurant area, parking, security, lifeguards and rental of chairs and umbrellas.

Therefore, you do not need to carry your beach kit. Just wear your bathing suit.

A familiar and accessible spa

The advantage of Playa Bonita in Campeche is that it is a resort that you can go to with the whole family.

It is an accessible beach and children will be very happy to visit it. Well, it is a safe beach and there is a children's play area and a water park with inflatables.

If you have reduced mobility, at Playa Bonita Campeche, there is a loan of wheelchairs and amphibians.

How to get to Playa Bonita Campeche?

You must go to Lerma, a fishing village that is located 15 kilometers southwest of Campeche.

By car you are, approximately, in 15 minutes.

Food and Costs in Playa Bonita

In Playa Bonita Campeche there are several restaurants. In all of them the specialties are seafood and fish.

Some dishes that you have to try are Pan de Cazón, a state classic and, of course, the traditional habanero pepper and tomato sauce.

The visiting hours to Playa Bonita Campeche It is from Monday to Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The cost of entry is:

Local: $2 pesos

National: $20 pesos

Foreigners: $40 pesos

Automobiles: $10 pesos

Motorcycles: $5 pesos

There are several hotels in Playa Bonita Campeche. We recommend:

Hacienda Puerta Campeche

This luxury hotel is a tropical Mexican refuge. It is located near Playa Bonita in Campeche.

Designed in a restored 16th century hacienda, it has a Spa, first class facilities, swimming pools and a prestigious restaurant.

Address: Calle 59, Nº 71 por 16 y 18.

Hotel Boutique Casa Don Gustavo

Casa Don Gustavo has a fabulous interior design. The furniture combines 18th century pieces with modern elements. It has a swimming pool and a luxurious terrace.

Address: Calle 59 Nº 4

Other options near Playa Bonita in Campeche are:

  • Hostel Viatger Inn. Address: Calle 51 Nº 28
  • Balché House. Address: Calle 57 Nº 6

Isla Arena, Pedro Infante's paradise

Isla Arena is another of the most beautiful beaches in Campeche. The talented Pedro Infante used to spend long periods there.

Everything in Isla Arena remembers the great Pedro Infante. In fact, there is a museum dedicated to the popular actor and Mexican cinema.

In the enclosure you can see a statue, the prestigious Silver Globe that the film Tizoc won at the Berlin Film Festival, costumes, newspaper clippings and posters of the popular Pedro Infante films.

The museum can be visited every day during business hours. 9:00 to 5:00 pm.

A charming town

A charming town, that's what Pedro Infante called this small fishing village, with fine white sand, located on the Campeche coast.

And is not for less. Undoubtedly, what the movie star fell in love with is the simplicity and kindness that characterize the inhabitants of this remote place, which is surrounded by fabulous nature.

In addition to knowing the museum, there is an area of palapas, a dock and a children's play area.

Other things to do in Isla Arena

At the end of your visit to Isla Arena, be sure to visit La Casa del Cocodrilo, which is dedicated to raising crocodiles, releasing specimens and commercializing skin and meat, respecting environmental regulations.

You can also go hiking and admire the mangroves by taking a kayak trip.

Be sure to try the local cuisine with dishes based on seafood and crocodile meat.

Also don't forget to make a stop at the El Remate tourist hostel. There you will find a spring of water up to 4 meters deep.

A perfect destination to swim and observe the natural beauty of the place with monumental mangroves. It is located 14 kilometers from Isla Arena.

How to get to Isla Arena?

Isla Arena is located 70 kilometers from Campeche. From the capital city you must head towards Calkiní and the Petenes Biosphere Reserve.

Along the way, stop for a few seconds at:

Ex Haciendas de Santa Cruz: In this town you can buy local handicrafts, made with local stones, and handmade hats.

Tankuché: Get to know the former henequen hacienda whose construction dates from the 19th century.

And since you are in Campeche ... visit its capital!

Campeche could be part of a fairy tale: pirates, colorful houses, fortresses. Every corner of the city has a perfect image ideal for a photographic walk.

The wall that surrounded the city was built in the 17th century in defense of pirates. Some 500 meters of the wall and the Puerta de Mar y de la Tierra still exist in very good condition.

It is also possible to visit two forts: Fort of San Miguel and Fort of San José el Alto.

The buildings in Campeche are painted in beautiful pastel colors. You can walk for blocks and blocks inside the walled part of the city and still observe the beautiful colonial architecture.

Do not forget to go to Calle 59. Stroll through this central pedestrian area, with its colorful houses, small shops and boutiques and multiple cafes, restaurants and bars.

The sunsets in Campeche are unforgettable. En ese sentido, la forma perfecta de terminar el día es visitando el malecón. Dirígete a la escultura “La novia del mar” y enamórate de la vista.

Two incredible archaeological sites: Calakmul and Edzná

The state of Campeche has 17 archaeological sites, including Calakmul, the largest Mayan city in the region.

Calakmul is a spectacular nature reserve, the second largest in Mexico, and its jungle is home to jaguars, birds and butterflies.

All of them coexist with more than 6,000 archaeological structures.

The Calakmul ruins are not known to many people. Compared to Chichén Itzá, which receives more than 3,850 people per day, the Calakmul ruins receive around 60 people per day!

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This is quite surprising because the Calakmul site is larger and in some ways more surprising.

Si crees que el emblemático “Castillo” o pirámide principal de Chichén Itzá es grande, compáralo con Calakmul.

The pyramid at Chichén Itzá measures 30 meters. Calakmul's main pyramid is 45 meters high.

Other interesting things about Calakmul are:

The amount of wild animals you can see. You can see wild turkeys, tropical birds, tarantulas, foxes, monkeys, and more!

Chances are, you never feel so far removed from civilization.

Edzná, just wonderful

Very close to Campeche, there is also the archaeological site of Edzná, which will leave you speechless. The impressive 5-story pyramid is 39 meters high.

Edzná is located southeast of the city of Campeche just 1 hour away.

The city was founded around 600 BC as a small community and its main activity was agriculture.

It had numerous religious, administrative and residential buildings, but the most interesting was the advanced hydraulic system.

The Mayans developed a network of canals that drained the valley and the water was led to a lagoon, at the same time that they served to irrigate the fields.

Due to the high humidity in the land, they could produce a large harvest and, in the canals, abundant fishing.

Their drainage system was impressive and they managed to carry the rainwater to artificial reservoirs, called Chultunes.

During its best moment, the site had up to 25 thousand inhabitants, later there was the gradual decline of the place, until its total abandonment, in 1450.

What to see in Edzná:

  • The Great Acropolis. It is a wide quadrangular space with several monumental structures, the Building of the Five Floors is the most impressive.
  • Building of the Five Peaks. This construction is a spectacular five-story pyramid (31.5 m high) that has numerous rooms.
  • Main square. It is a wide space, where the largest number of constructions on the site are located. In the north and south, there are two Mayan roads or Sacbés, which were used to circulate within the city.
  • Temple of the Great Masks. The masks have anthropomorphic features with aesthetic attributes typical of the elite, such as dental mutilation, nose rings, earmuffs and large zoomorphic headdresses.
  • Ball game. The ball court consists of two parallel structures at the top and two giant hoops.

A natural paradise

Campeche is a natural paradise. Mangroves and lagoons stretch north of the Mexican coast.

Countless flamingos live there. As far south, the narrow strips of white sand beaches are home to thousands of turtles.

A destination that brings together numerous sites of interest and natural destinations is the city of Hopelchen. In it you can visit archaeological sites such as Dzibilnocac, Hochob and Santa Rosa Ixtampac.

In addition to these places, just 34 kilometers from the municipal seat, you can access an underground cave inside which there are impressive formations of stalactites and stalagmites.

It is the Xtacumbilxunaan Cave, que en maya significa “mujer oculta”. Este es un lugar imperdible para los amantes de lo natural.

You already know: Campeche is a great destination. Bonita Beach in Campeche It awaits you. Meet this treasure!

Children's books to learn to live

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Children's books and reading have many advantages and benefits for the little ones in the house. Learn about these children's book recommendations and make every minute of reading a journey for children.

Reading children's books not only improves a child's vocabulary And it helps them understand how to read and write, but it enables them to understand different topics about the world and everyday life.

Something that reading books to children also produces is strengthen the affective bond with a common activity that can involve the whole family. 

And if we talk about children's books ... Did you know that April 2 commemorates the International Children's Book Day?

The date coincides with the birth of the writer Hans Christian Andersen, famous for writing titles like The Ugly Duckling or The Little Mermaid, among many others. So… do we celebrate? 

Check out these book recommendations for boys and girls below with super entertaining stories and lots of learnings. But first check out these advantages of reading to children.

3 advantages of reading children's books

1. Reading to young children prepares them for life

The more you read to and your children read, the more knowledge they absorb. After all, reading with your little children's books gives them skills to get them started reading faster.

Also, they develop reading skills and help them become better readers later on.

2. Reading rhyme books and nursery rhymes is important to develop language skills.

Even if you talk to your children every day, the vocabulary that they will acquire, if not complemented by reading, will be repetitive and limited.

In addition, many of the rhymes and couplets can be sung which will help exercise and strengthen the memory of the little ones.

3. Exposure to reading exercises children's brains and stimulates concentration

Reading children's books to children stimulates their brain activity and can give them that boost they need to support and promote their early reading skills.

It is important to bring them closer to books according to their age, otherwise it is possible that instead of motivating them, the opposite effect will be generated.

By constantly reading to your child every day, he will learn to focus and stay still for longer periods of time, which can help later when he goes to school.

12 Mexican children's books and stories to read with your little ones

1.      The worst lady in the world, Francisco Hinojosa

This classic tops the list for children's books. Entertaining and with many lessons can not be missing in the family environment.

2.      Seven decapitated skeletons, Antonio Malpica

Ideal for teenagers, the protagonist must solve why several children disappear.

3.     The many deaths of Pancho Villa, Elman Trevizo

Ghosts and mysteries, do you dare to solve how Pancho Villa died? Designed for the little ones with tendencies to investigate and be detectives.

4.      The conspiracy of the aunts, Gabriela Aguileta Estrada

A trip to Acapulco, and two horrible aunts Can Natalia carry out her secret plan?

5.      The half moon, Carmen Villoro

Macunde, a super intelligent young lion, explores the hidden side of the Moon, do you accompany him?

6.      The Book of Filth, Julieta Fierro and Juan Tonda

Science, humor and an encyclopedia with hundreds of data (a little gross) but very interesting.

7.      Loba, Verónica Murgía

Adventures and a fantastic world are the challenges that Soledad will face, a very particular protagonist. Get to know her!

8.      Juan can't wait, Monique Zepeda

Economy and savings? Learn how to teach your little ones these concepts through the story of Juan.

9.      The salamander club, Jaime Alfonso Sandoval

Rudolph Green wants to be an explorer. Discover and accompany his fabulous adventures.

10.     The tamer of fears, Guadalupe Alemán Lascurain

Horror stories in the voice of Emilia Grosz, a protagonist with the talent to terrorize.

11.     The color monster, Anna Llenas

Very educational, teach your little ones how they can recognize and differentiate the main emotions.

12.     Guess how much I love you, Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram

Tenderness, love and much sweetness in these stories with endearing illustrations.

Without a doubt, reading allows us to transport ourselves from our own world to another, which encourages the imagination.

Between the pages of a book we can immerse ourselves in the lives of the characters and learn about different cultures.

We can also learn new words and phrases, experience a variety of emotions, and acquire skills and knowledge.

The learning potential of children's stories and books is great.

The effects of reading on child development are vast, and multiple studies have highlighted its benefits. As such, teachers and parents are in an excellent position to ensure that reading is a key part of children's daily routine.

Finally, there is no excuse, on these sites you can find free children's books:

International Digital library for kids. They cannot be downloaded, they only support online reading.

http://es.childrenslibrary.org

The Libroteca. More than 30 thousand titles available, with just one click.

http://www.libroteca.net