From northern Mexico to the dense jungles of the Yucatán Peninsula, a quiet transformation is taking place. Where there once stood centuries-old forests full of mahogany and cedar, bees and jaguars, there are now endless green fields of soybeans stretching to the horizon. This change is being driven by a small, tight-knit group of people…
Isla Pasion, a small island off the coast of Cozumel, Mexico, has been named the best beach in the world for 2026. Isla Pasion, which means “Passion Island” in Spanish, received the top honor in TripAdvisor’s annual Travellers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Beaches. The awards are based on millions of reviews and opinions…
Chunhuhub is an archaeological site that could be described as modest in comparison to several of its contemporaries in the Puuc or Chenes region. Part of this comes down to the fact that much of the site has not been restored, making it hard for non-experts to properly “size it up”. But beyond the size…
Donovan Carrillo is the best figure skater Mexico has ever produced. Donovan grew up in Guadalajara and started skating at age 8. Before that, he competed in diving and artistic gymnastics and took ballet classes to improve his grace and movement. When he was 13, the rink where he trained closed. He had to leave…
The Mexican archaeological site of Muyil, also known as Chunyaxché, has reopened to the public after a 2024 closure for restoration. The reopening of Muyil follows on the heels of major works at Cobá, which, among other improvements, reopened the site’s largest pyramid, or Nohoch Mul, to visitors who wish to climb it. During restoration…
OXXO’s checkout lines are notoriously slow, with internet memes based on the idea that “the second cash register does not really exist” or “the networking being down” becoming ubiquitous on social media. The convenience retail chain is now taking a new approach in selected locations around the country, OXXO self-checkout. There have been no major…
The Tren Maya has unveiled its plans for a dining car, named Janal, and with it, its own brand of beer, which will be served on all of the railway’s routes. But, as with much news regarding the Tren Maya, the official opening of the restaurant car Janal, its menu, and opening hours have not…
The entrance to Zaachila’s Tomb 1 is still covered with its original stucco, geometric Zapotec designs, and traces of color. If you arrive at the archaeological site of Zaachila knowing nothing about it, you might wonder what makes this place special. The surrounding town in the Central Valleys of Oaxaca is vibrant, home to a…
The cuisine of Yucatán is renowned for its unique Mayan and Spanish roots, featuring dishes such as cochinita pibil, relleno negro, and panuchos. However, there is another culinary influence so deeply woven into the region’s fabric that it is now almost considered Yucatecan: the Lebanese. It began with the fall of the Ottoman Empire in…
Yucatán is experiencing a crisis unfolding along its once pristine coast. Beachfront property owners are preparing multi-million dollar lawsuits against the Mexican government. They assert the expansion of Progreso’s pier is rapidly destroying beachfront property. The argument is backed by official studies and by residents’ growing desperation as the sea creeps closer to their homes…
Preserving traditional crafts and boosting the small-scale economy of low-income communities, Casa Pich is a model of social intervention.
Inspired by the idea of La Ruta Puuc, we present our very own archaeological circuit in the state of Campeche. We call it La Ruta de Los Chenes.
Electric tourist carriages are having a comeback. This follows a mechanical overhaul of several units that had been out of service due to mechanical failures. Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada reported that two vehicles are undergoing technical testing. The entire fleet is expected to resume its activities within the next few weeks. The electric carriages were…
To visitors, Xocén may appear as a tiny community, not unlike many others on the Yucatán Peninsula. But to the Yucatec Maya, Xocén holds profound significance. It is widely considered the sacred center, or the navel, of the Maya world. This understanding stems from ancient tradition. Long before the Spanish arrival, the Maya viewed their…
The FIFA World Cup trophy will be visiting Mérida and Chichén Itzá, allowing fans to lay eyes on one of the most coveted icons of any sport. According to the official schedule, the cup will be in Mérida on March 21 and 22 at the International Convention Center. The trophy will arrive on Mexican soil…
The International Peace Conference in Mérida will feature prominent voices such as Nobel Peace Prize laureate Rigoberta Menchú Tum and civil rights leader Alfred Charles Sharpton Jr., better known as Al Sharpton, the firebrand TV pundit and activist. This regional gathering, organized by UADY, The World House Project Inc., and the Yucatán state government, will…
The project is driven by the Maya-speaking community of Yucatán, in collaboration with Wikimedia México, and is part of the larger Program for Indigenous Communities and Original Peoples. Its primary goal is to build a collective knowledge resource in Yucatec Maya, while also activating other Wikimedia projects like Wiktionary and Wikibooks in this language, which…
Chichén Itzá welcomes thousands of tourists every day, yet its museum attracts only a tiny fraction of them. That will change. According to INAH employees who spoke with Yucatán Magazine, the museum complex will become the main access point to the archaeological site beginning in March. Whether this goal is met, however, remains an open…
Tendejónes, small neighbourhood shops, have been a staple of Mexican life for centuries, from the most significant cities to the tiniest towns. Until recently, it was unlikely to find yourself more than a few blocks away from one. But these days, while they are not exactly scarce, modern convenience stores have certainly put a serious…
The park was inaugurated on January 6, 1884. At its center stands a statue of the Roman goddess of Victory and War, Minerva.
Dzibilnocac is located in the Chenes region, “wells” in Yucatec Mayan, which begins south of the Puuc valley and hill range, an area dominated by cities like Uxmal and Kabah. Like many sites in this region, Dzibilnocac displays a wide range of architectural influences, including Chenes, Puuc, and Río Bec styles. While combinations of architectural…
I have fond memories of many haciendas, including weddings for friends and families. But the closest to my heart is Hacienda Uxmal, where my grandfather worked as a tour guide. My family connection with Hacienda Uxmal goes even further back, as my grandfather, Humberto Rosado Espínola, worked for the Barbachano family, which owned this hacienda…
Christian Rasmussen has spent over five decades blending a sharp artistic vision with careful anthropological study. The Danish-born visual artist, photographer, and anthropologist, born in 1943, has dedicated his life’s work to documenting the landscapes and cultures of Latin America. His deep and lasting focus is on Mexico, particularly the Yucatán Peninsula. Rasmussen first arrived…
A promising new project, the Olinia, was announced in 2024. This mini electric vehicle will be entirely assembled in Mexico. The Olinia is being developed by Mexican researchers and students from various public universities across the country. Olinia’s goal is to provide an affordable transportation option while positioning Mexico as a leader in developing its…
That’s all for now
That’s all for now