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The Grand Cathedral of Campeche, officially named "Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral," exhibits a blend of Neoclassical and Baroque architectural styles that highlight the artistic and cultural influences of the region.
The Grand Cathedral of Campeche, officially named "Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral," exhibits a blend of Neoclassical and Baroque architectural styles that highlight the artistic and cultural influences of the region.
Hacienda Uayamon was originally established as a cattle ranch in 1700. It later became one of the largest sisal plantations on the Yucatán Peninsula. More recently, it has been transformed into a luxury hotel that offers historic rooms and excellent cuisine.
Hacienda Uayamon was originally established as a cattle ranch in 1700. It later became one of the largest sisal plantations on the Yucatán Peninsula. More recently, it has been transformed into a luxury hotel that offers historic rooms and excellent cuisine.
The "Pirámide del Adivino," or Pyramid of the Magician, is one of the finest examples of Mayan architecture located in the Yucatán Peninsula. It is believed to have been constructed around 600 AD.
The "Pirámide del Adivino," or Pyramid of the Magician, is one of the finest examples of Mayan architecture located in the Yucatán Peninsula. It is believed to have been constructed around 600 AD.
This morning, we are headed to Palenque on the Tren Maya. The modern stations are well-designed, featuring ticket booths, security checks, and escalators that lead up to the boarding platform.
This morning, we are headed to Palenque on the Tren Maya. The modern stations are well-designed, featuring ticket booths, security checks, and escalators that lead up to the boarding platform.
The modern Tren Maya station in Xpujil is located less than two miles from the town center. The environmentally friendly design, influenced by Mesoamerican architecture, features open ceilings that allow sunlight and vents to cool the boarding area.
The modern Tren Maya station in Xpujil is located less than two miles from the town center. The environmentally friendly design, influenced by Mesoamerican architecture, features open ceilings that allow sunlight and vents to cool the boarding area.
The archaeological site is situated in the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in the Mexican state of Campeche, near the town of Xpujil. It was founded by the Maya around 400 B.C. The site is easily accessible, located at the edge of town, making it convenient…
The archaeological site is situated in the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in the Mexican state of Campeche, near the town of Xpujil. It was founded by the Maya around 400 B.C. The site is easily accessible, located at the edge of town, making it convenient…
The Catholic convent of San Bernardino de Siena was established in 1552 and played a significant role in the religious culture of New Spain. The convent was built like a fortress, featuring thick protective walls.
The Catholic convent of San Bernardino de Siena was established in 1552 and played a significant role in the religious culture of New Spain. The convent was built like a fortress, featuring thick protective walls.
On a hot and humid day in the jungle, there's no better place for a refreshing swim than in a cenote. These underground caverns, or sinkholes filled with clear water, are common throughout the limestone bedrock of the Yucatán Peninsula. Often seen as gateways…
On a hot and humid day in the jungle, there's no better place for a refreshing swim than in a cenote. These underground caverns, or sinkholes filled with clear water, are common throughout the limestone bedrock of the Yucatán Peninsula. Often seen as gateways…
Valladolid’s main cathedral is located in the main plaza. It was founded in 1545 on the site of an ancient Mayan temple. Mass is still held there today, and it features colonial twin bell towers.
Valladolid’s main cathedral is located in the main plaza. It was founded in 1545 on the site of an ancient Mayan temple. Mass is still held there today, and it features colonial twin bell towers.
The Restaurante Los Arcos had excellent reviews for authentic Yucatán cuisine in the heart of the “Yellow” Pueblo of Izamal. As we entered from the plaza through the arched doorway, I couldn’t help but notice the beautiful tile in the old building.
The Restaurante Los Arcos had excellent reviews for authentic Yucatán cuisine in the heart of the “Yellow” Pueblo of Izamal. As we entered from the plaza through the arched doorway, I couldn’t help but notice the beautiful tile in the old building.
The ancient Mayan city of Uxmal, located on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, served as an administrative center, royal palace, and site for ceremonial celebrations. Founded around 1000 AD, Uxmal was also used for astronomical observations, with religious events occurring under…
The ancient Mayan city of Uxmal, located on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, served as an administrative center, royal palace, and site for ceremonial celebrations. Founded around 1000 AD, Uxmal was also used for astronomical observations, with religious events occurring under…
When we arrived in the small pueblo of Uayma on a quiet Sunday morning, we parked near the… plaza and caught our first glimpse of the church through the old trees that shaded the zócalo. As we walked across the plaza toward the church, we heard singing…
When we arrived in the small pueblo of Uayma on a quiet Sunday morning, we parked near the… plaza and caught our first glimpse of the church through the old trees that shaded the zócalo. As we walked across the plaza toward the church, we heard singing…
As we drove through the jungles of Campeche, we were just 7 kilometers away from our destination, Hacienda Uayamon. Suddenly, a break in the dense jungle revealed two church towers in the distance. As we approached, we noticed a sign for the Monasterio
As we drove through the jungles of Campeche, we were just 7 kilometers away from our destination, Hacienda Uayamon. Suddenly, a break in the dense jungle revealed two church towers in the distance. As we approached, we noticed a sign for the Monasterio
It was a hot, humid afternoon in Uayamon, Campeche. I was walking through the jungle near the tracks when I heard the train go by. I committed to returning to the tracks the next day, hoping it would pass near the same time.
It was a hot, humid afternoon in Uayamon, Campeche. I was walking through the jungle near the tracks when I heard the train go by. I committed to returning to the tracks the next day, hoping it would pass near the same time.
We had big plans for the day— to tour the picturesque Mayan ruins at Edzna. But first we enjoyed a multiple course patio breakfast overlooking the gardens at Hacienda Uayamon.
The breakfast has six “courses” if you count the tortillas
We had big plans for the day— to tour the picturesque Mayan ruins at Edzna. But first we enjoyed a multiple course patio breakfast overlooking the gardens at Hacienda Uayamon.
The breakfast has six “courses” if you count the tortillas
Uayamon, one of the oldest haciendas on the Yucatán Peninsula, has been meticulously restored to maintain its Colonial architecture. The expansive grounds feature beautifully manicured gardens and towering ancient trees.
Uayamon, one of the oldest haciendas on the Yucatán Peninsula, has been meticulously restored to maintain its Colonial architecture. The expansive grounds feature beautifully manicured gardens and towering ancient trees.
The Palacio de Bellas Artes is one of Mexico's most significant cultural monuments. This theater hosts performances by the Mexican National Symphony Orchestra and the Ballet Folklórico de México.
The Palacio de Bellas Artes is one of Mexico's most significant cultural monuments. This theater hosts performances by the Mexican National Symphony Orchestra and the Ballet Folklórico de México.
Hacienda Uayamon was originally established as a cattle ranch in 1700. It later became one of the largest sisal plantations on the Yucatán Peninsula. More recently, it has been transformed into a luxury hotel that offers historic rooms and excellent cuisine.
Hacienda Uayamon was originally established as a cattle ranch in 1700. It later became one of the largest sisal plantations on the Yucatán Peninsula. More recently, it has been transformed into a luxury hotel that offers historic rooms and excellent cuisine.
I’ve visited a few national parks in my time—and I must say I’m quite impressed with the design and features of this modern reserve. There are observation watchtowers overlooking the jungle canopy, as well as bicycle lanes and walking paths
I’ve visited a few national parks in my time—and I must say I’m quite impressed with the design and features of this modern reserve. There are observation watchtowers overlooking the jungle canopy, as well as bicycle lanes and walking paths
The design of the Tren Maya station in Tulum was influenced by Mesoamerican architecture, and its environmentally-friendly design is rooted in the tropical climate. Electric ground transportation connects directly…
The design of the Tren Maya station in Tulum was influenced by Mesoamerican architecture, and its environmentally-friendly design is rooted in the tropical climate. Electric ground transportation connects directly…
The Train Station, "Estación Tren Maya," in Tulum serves as a vital tourism hub on the 1,500 km route that spans the entire Yucatán Peninsula. The history of Felipe Carrillo Puerto in Quintana Roo is deeply connected to Maya…
The Train Station, "Estación Tren Maya," in Tulum serves as a vital tourism hub on the 1,500 km route that spans the entire Yucatán Peninsula. The history of Felipe Carrillo Puerto in Quintana Roo is deeply connected to Maya…
The Train Station, "Estación Tren Maya" in Tulum, is a key tourism hub on the 1500 km route across the entire Yucatán peninsula.
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Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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You might be surprised to learn that the Caesar Salad was invented in Mexico, Tijuana to be exact. Done properly, it’s prepared fresh at your table in a large bowl.
You might be surprised to learn that the Caesar Salad was invented in Mexico, Tijuana to be exact. Done properly, it’s prepared fresh at your table in a large bowl.
The sculpture “la Reflection” is on display in front of the Sergio Bustamante Gallery in Tlaquepaque. Sergio is a popular Mexican sculptor who uses a wide range of materials, including bronze and ceramics.
The sculpture “la Reflection” is on display in front of the Sergio Bustamante Gallery in Tlaquepaque. Sergio is a popular Mexican sculptor who uses a wide range of materials, including bronze and ceramics.
I've seen some smoking hot moons in my time, but this sculpture in the entry of the Casa Luna restaurant left me speechless. While the maître d' guided the rest of our group to our table in the central patio, I was delayed photographing…
I've seen some smoking hot moons in my time, but this sculpture in the entry of the Casa Luna restaurant left me speechless. While the maître d' guided the rest of our group to our table in the central patio, I was delayed photographing…