Culture
New exhibit ‘Dialogue in the Dark’ arrives at Museo de la Luz, Mérida’s light-themed museum
“Dialogue in the Dark” at Mérida’s Museo de la Luz is more than an exhibit; it is a movement to promote inclusion and empathy for the visually impaired. The experience has traveled to more than 130 cities in 35 countries…
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5 colorful books to introduce Mexican culture to smart young readers
Kids’ books with Mexican themes are a great way to share your love for the culture. Here are some of the best titles for children to cherish. La Frontera: El Viaje con Papá / The Border: My Journey with Papawritten by Alfredo Alva and Deborah Mills, illustrated by Claudia Navarro This bilingual picture book tells the story of a young boy and his father who…
Yucatán’s cultural scene shifts under new government leadership
Expect to see the Yucatán Symphony Orchestra (OSY) perform free programs featuring Mexican composers at the Parque la Plancha amphitheater. This contrasts with previous…
Guided tours of Mexico for this fall and winter
We are pleased to announce three upcoming tours guided by Carlos Rosado van der Gracht for the fall/winter season. The experiences range from excursions…
Join us in December for a Mexico City archaeology extravaganza
The metropolitan area of Mexico City is a treasure trove of archaeological wonders, but the vast majority of visitors only ever explore the Templo…
A new cruise terminal in Chetumal could change the fate of Mexico’s most neglected capital city
Royal Caribbean has announced the construction of a Chetumal cruise terminal. Chetumal’s cruise terminal would be the third in Quintana Roo after Mahahual and…
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How Japan took over Mexico’s imagination and media market
Despite the powerful cultural influence of American media in Mexico, another nation has held sway…
Traditional Maya food staples becoming forgotten and going extinct
Magaly del Roció Pech Chuc learned the secrets of Maya food from her mother, Justina…
Despite travel warnings in Zacatecas, the sun shines, along with its silver
Government travel warnings tell us that Zacatecas is not a “safe state” like Nayarit or…
Known by many names and for various roles, Plaza Grande is ever-changing
After its radical renovation over the last few months and ahead of the Independence Day…
San Simón — Beyond Uxmal and Into the Wild
Ten miles south of Uxmal’s majestic ancient Puuc capital is San Simón, a tiny community…
Why Durango may just be Mexico’s most underrated city
Even for most Mexicans and the most intrepid explorers, swaths of the country fly under…
The genius of Café Tacvba’s beautifully chaotic Re
After a first listen, I imagine many people would describe Re as bordering on the…
What to look for and where to pick up the perfect hammock
Even the thought of hammocks is enough to get one in a relaxed mood. Hammocks…
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Maya Balloon festival lights skies over Tahmek
The sky over Tahmek was alight with color as the Globo Maya Festival began, marking…
The collapse of a sacred ceiba tree into a cenote is seen as a sign
Last week, the tiny town of Xocén made headlines after a 100-foot-tall ceiba tree collapsed…
INAH Suspends Construction at Mérida’s Plaza Grande Over New Benches
México’s Institute of Anthropology and History has stopped construction in Mérida’s Plaza Grande. The issue…
Lea Garza concert will be a highlight at festival honoring Yucatecan actor ‘Cholo’
Lea Garza, a 16-year-old musical talent whose budding career we have enjoyed following since she…
Maya Women Reclaim Their Heritage and Livelihood Through Uxmal Archaeological Project
In the heart of Yucatán, Mexico, a group of Maya women from the village of…
In Chiapas, See Bonampak for its Mesmerizing Frescoes
Home of the so-called Sistine Chapel of Mesoamerica, the ruins of Bonampak lay deep in…
Some Well-Known Mérida Landmarks Are Up for Sale
Several prominent buildings in Mérida’s Centro have been listed for sale. Asking prices range from…
Poseidon Adventure: Feds Enter Progreso’s Statue Controversy
Progreso’s City Council in learning how problematic it is to erect a statue representing Greek…
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Siesta in Yucatán Hammock Shop: Part of A Sleepy Photo Collection
Not everyone is aware that they are posing for British photographer Paul Trevor.
Comalcalco: Ancient Site is the Oddball of the Maya World
Unlike virtually every other Maya city or settlement, Comalcalco was built using bricks rather than…
Xcoch is the Puuc Maya’s diamond in the rough
Exploring the rarely visited Mayan city of Xoch in the Puuc Valley.
Young Dancer from Yucatán Selected for World Tap Championship
The talented dancer Daniel Moo Vázquez dreams of taking his talent from Yucatán to the…
Hit the Road: The Best Day Trips from Mérida
Seen everything in Mérida? Hit the road and enjoy some of these fun day…
Yaxuná is a treasure off Yucatán’s beaten path
When traveling east on the Mérida-Valladolid toll-free highway, about 20 kilometers before reaching Pisté, some…
Celebrating Mérida Pride 2024: Resilience Under the Rain
You don’t put on your best drag and parade down the Paseo without being resilient…
Safeguarding Yucatán Embroidery: The New Plan to Preserve a Time-Honored Tradition
In a ceremony held at the Museo del Mundo Maya, embroiderers and UNESCO presented a…
Mexico and Faith: Are We Missing Something?
Diane Spinelli explores the deeply felt traditions and beliefs among present-day Catholics in Mexico
Mérida Pride 2024: Colorful March Will Retake the Paseo
Yucatán’s LGBTQ+ people and their allies have grown in force
Featured Articles
How Japan took over Mexico’s imagination and media market
Despite the powerful cultural influence of American media in Mexico, another nation has held sway…
Traditional Maya food staples becoming forgotten and going extinct
Magaly del Roció Pech Chuc learned the secrets of Maya food from her mother, Justina…
Despite travel warnings in Zacatecas, the sun shines, along with its silver
Government travel warnings tell us that Zacatecas is not a “safe state” like Nayarit or…
Known by many names and for various roles, Plaza Grande is ever-changing
After its radical renovation over the last few months and ahead of the Independence Day…
San Simón — Beyond Uxmal and Into the Wild
Ten miles south of Uxmal’s majestic ancient Puuc capital is San Simón, a tiny community…
Why Durango may just be Mexico’s most underrated city
Even for most Mexicans and the most intrepid explorers, swaths of the country fly under…
The genius of Café Tacvba’s beautifully chaotic Re
After a first listen, I imagine many people would describe Re as bordering on the…
What to look for and where to pick up the perfect hammock
Even the thought of hammocks is enough to get one in a relaxed mood. Hammocks…
More Articles
Maya Balloon festival lights skies over Tahmek
The sky over Tahmek was alight with color as the Globo Maya Festival began, marking…
The collapse of a sacred ceiba tree into a cenote is seen as a sign
Last week, the tiny town of Xocén made headlines after a 100-foot-tall ceiba tree collapsed…
INAH Suspends Construction at Mérida’s Plaza Grande Over New Benches
México’s Institute of Anthropology and History has stopped construction in Mérida’s Plaza Grande. The issue…
Lea Garza concert will be a highlight at festival honoring Yucatecan actor ‘Cholo’
Lea Garza, a 16-year-old musical talent whose budding career we have enjoyed following since she…
Maya Women Reclaim Their Heritage and Livelihood Through Uxmal Archaeological Project
In the heart of Yucatán, Mexico, a group of Maya women from the village of…
In Chiapas, See Bonampak for its Mesmerizing Frescoes
Home of the so-called Sistine Chapel of Mesoamerica, the ruins of Bonampak lay deep in…
Some Well-Known Mérida Landmarks Are Up for Sale
Several prominent buildings in Mérida’s Centro have been listed for sale. Asking prices range from…
Poseidon Adventure: Feds Enter Progreso’s Statue Controversy
Progreso’s City Council in learning how problematic it is to erect a statue representing Greek…
In case you missed it
Siesta in Yucatán Hammock Shop: Part of A Sleepy Photo Collection
Not everyone is aware that they are posing for British photographer Paul Trevor.
Comalcalco: Ancient Site is the Oddball of the Maya World
Unlike virtually every other Maya city or settlement, Comalcalco was built using bricks rather than…
Xcoch is the Puuc Maya’s diamond in the rough
Exploring the rarely visited Mayan city of Xoch in the Puuc Valley.
Young Dancer from Yucatán Selected for World Tap Championship
The talented dancer Daniel Moo Vázquez dreams of taking his talent from Yucatán to the…
Hit the Road: The Best Day Trips from Mérida
Seen everything in Mérida? Hit the road and enjoy some of these fun day…
Yaxuná is a treasure off Yucatán’s beaten path
When traveling east on the Mérida-Valladolid toll-free highway, about 20 kilometers before reaching Pisté, some…
Celebrating Mérida Pride 2024: Resilience Under the Rain
You don’t put on your best drag and parade down the Paseo without being resilient…
Safeguarding Yucatán Embroidery: The New Plan to Preserve a Time-Honored Tradition
In a ceremony held at the Museo del Mundo Maya, embroiderers and UNESCO presented a…
Mexico and Faith: Are We Missing Something?
Diane Spinelli explores the deeply felt traditions and beliefs among present-day Catholics in Mexico
Mérida Pride 2024: Colorful March Will Retake the Paseo
Yucatán’s LGBTQ+ people and their allies have grown in force