Casa Pich: Supporting Tradition and Artisans in Yucatán
Preserving traditional crafts and boosting the small-scale economy of low-income communities, Casa Pich is a model of social intervention.
-
-
The magic of Campeche’s Ruta de Los Chenes
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 Coming Back to Mérida’s Streets
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…
-
Xocén: The Navel of the World, Prophecy, and its Fascinating Church
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…
-
FIFA World Cup Trophy to Visit Mérida and Chichén Itzá This March
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…
-
Al Sharpton and Rigoberta Menchú to Join Mérida Peace Conference
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…
-
Wikipedia in Maya: Building a Free Resource to Preserve a Living Language
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…
-
Enter Through the Museum: Big Change at Chichén Itzá
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 Take Center Stage at New Exhibit at Palacio Cantón
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 History Of Eulogio Rosado Park and Its Controversial Monument
The park was inaugurated on January 6, 1884. At its center stands a statue of the Roman goddess of Victory and War, Minerva.
-
The Ancient City of Dzibilnocac and its Great Towers
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…
-
A Grandson’s Fond Memories of the Hacienda at Uxmal
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: A Visual Explorer’s Legacy in the Yucatán
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…
-
The Olinia, Mexico’s Electric Vehicle for the People, Coming in 2027
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…
-
The Cenotes of Yucatán, Geological Wonders and Subteranean Swimming Pools
At its most basic, a cenote is a natural sinkhole filled with fresh water. The word comes from the Yucatec-Maya “dz’onot,” meaning sacred well, and these stunning pools are most famously found across Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. To understand a cenote is to understand the unique history of the land itself. Cenotes’ Dramatic Origins The story…
-
The Elusive Roseate Spoonbill: Where and When to Spot It in Yucatán
From afar, the pink hue of the roseate spoonbill, also known as the platalea ajaja (seriously), often leads inexperienced birders to think they have spotted flamingos. But in reality, Roseate spoonbills and Flamingos are different and not even members of the same order. A Specialist’s Bill and a Diet-Driven Hue The spoon-shaped bill is a…
-
When Worlds Collide — Cultural and Religious Syncretism in Yucatán
Last week marked the 478th anniversary of the foundation of Yucatán’s largest city, Mérida. But as anyone who follows this column — or has any sense — is well aware, the arrival of the Spanish in Yucatán does not mark the beginning of history in the region, but rather a new chapter. While it is…
-
New Direct Flight from Dublin Lands in Cancún for the First Time
Cancún International Airport celebrated the arrival of the first regular Aer Lingus flight from Dublin, Ireland, earlier this week. The flight marks the start of the first direct air service between Ireland and the Yucatán Peninsula, strengthening the international reach of the Mexican Caribbean. The route will initially run from January to April, then resume…
-
How Nichupté Bridge Is Poised To Change Cancún Forever
Nichupté Bridge in Cancún is almost complete and aims to tackle one of the resort city’s most infamous problems: traffic. The goal of the Nichupté bridge project is to provide a fast and safe connection between the city’s mainland, where most residents live, and the Hotel Zone, where tourists stay. Right now, the only routes…
-
Keeping Your Yucatán Palm Trees Happy and Healthy
Everyone loves palm trees. There is something about the way they define the skyline with their graceful silhouettes and lean towards the sea, to say nothing of the coconut’s wide variety, or the sturdy palms they provide for building palapas. While palm trees seem to thrive with effortless tropical ease, like all living things, they…
-
Cobá, The Great Mayan City Between Lagoons of Powerful Kings and Queens
The archaeological site of Cobá ranks among the most impressive in the northern Yucatán Peninsula, which is truly saying something. Evidence suggests the city was first settled in the late third century BCE, though it would take another few hundred years for monumental construction at Cobá to begin in earnest. Beyond its striking architecture, several…
-
Mérida Fest 2026 Will Celebrate City’s 484th Birthday to the Beat of Free Music
Music will fill public plazas, cultural centers, and smaller surrounding communities
-
Lol-Tún, Yucatán’s Most Famous Cave System, Will Finally Reopen In 2026
The Lol-Tún Caves, a major tourist attraction and archaeological site in Yucatán, Mexico, are scheduled to reopen to the public in 2026. The exact date for Lol-Tún’s reopening has not been announced. The caves have been closed since 2020 due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Cristobal. The storm triggered significant flooding within the cave…
-
Chunchucmil: Timeless Charm of One of Yucatán’s Most Picturesque Pueblos
Despite being a town of roughly a thousand people, Chunchucmil is bursting with energy. Motorbikes and bicycles tear through the town’s few streets, even early on a Sunday morning, while locals do their best to beat each other to some cochinita pibil for breakfast. But what really sets Chunchucmil apart from most other small towns…
That’s all for now
That’s all for now