Izamal, Yucatan, Mexico. Maya World

Izamal was founded by Zamná, the god who invented writing and the discoverer of henequen (sisal) fiber and its benefits.El explorador no admite los marcos flotantes o no está configurado actualmente para mostrarlos.

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IZAMAL

Only an hour's drive from Mérida, Izamal is the reigning colonial jewel of Yucatan. According to legend, it was founded by Zamná, the god who invented writing and the discoverer of henequen (sisal) fiber and its benefits. For centuries it served as a pilgrimage destination for the Mayan populace and during the colonial epoch as a Christian sanctuary of first rank.

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Lately, it's been given the name of the City of the Hills owing to the numerous Prehispanic vestiges that encircle the urban center.

Out of the total of 12 only one pyramid, Kinich Kakmo, has been kept in magnificent condition although architectural traces remain of the rest. This pyramid, 207 meters long and 190 meters wide was restored several years ago and dedicated to the lord of the rain that falls from the skies in Mayan mythology.

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The convent of San Antonio was erected on top of the ruins of an ancient indigenous ceremonial center and dedicated to the Virgin of the Conception.

This convent boasts the largest atrium that is enclosed in Mexico, approximating the dimensions of those of Saint Paul in Rome. It contains 75 arches that form an impressive corridor measuring 7,806 square meters.

This is a lovely, calm city to ride through in a fleet horse drawn carriage to enjoy in the course of a refreshingly unusual day.

Cabańas "Los Flamingos" Beach Front Cabins in El Cuyo, Ria Lagartos, Biosphere Reserve.. El Cuyo is the last important nesting site for the pink flamingo of Mexico in the Yucatan, and one of the most important beaches in the world for the nesting of the hawksbill turtle. We offer you a unique experience with nature and a place to relax allowing you to leave the pressures of everyday life behind. El Cuyo is Located two and half hours from Cancun and tree hours from the Colonial City of Mérida, Capital of the Yucatan State. Things to do: Biking, kayaking, birding and fishing. El Cuyo is the perfect place for nature lovers! More!