Yucatan

  • The name Yucatan, according to legend, comes from the conquest, when a Spaniard asked a native what they called that place. The native said, “Yucatan.” What the Spanish did not know was that he was answering: “I’m not from here”.
  • The Caste War, a social movement that began in 1847 by native Maya, originated here in Yucatán against the white population (criollos and mestizos) established in the area.
  • It is a place full of history that is part of the Mayan region, and has excellent gastronomy (not to mention tortas de lechon, cochinita pibil, panuchos and papadzules), numerous archaeological sites and colonial cities

 Valladolid. Founded in 1543, is the second largest city in Yucatan. Welcomes the visitors with beautiful cobblestone streets, old churches and government buildings.

Cenote Zaci. Open cenote, oval-shaped, about 28 feet in diameter, with stone steps that allow admire the fish and turtles that live there.

La Casa de los Venados. DFrom private home became the museum that houses the world’s largest private collection of Mexican folk art in private hands.

Mérida. A walking tour by the famous Paseo Montejo is the best way to see the old houses of colonial and the Porfiriato times.

Progreso.
Admire the sunset on one of the most important ports in Mexico. A truly unforgettable experience.

Celestún. Between November and April, Celestun offers unparalleled natural spectacle: the arrival of thousands of pink flamingos.

Ruta Puuc.
Is the name given to a 41 km network of secondary Roads where you can visit part of the Mexico’s Mayan cultural heritage.

Chichén Itzá.
One of the new 7 Wonders of the Mayan World.