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Mérida made for you

As the cultural heart and capital of the Yucatán Peninsula, Mérida has seen its fair share of history and empires. The Mayas founded their city of T’ho here, before Spanish invasion and European trading routes made it a hub of immense wealth. Today, the town is both an eclectic mix of everything that has paved the way to its present day, while also proudly back where it began, calling itself home to the largest indigenous population in Mexico.

Things to do in Mérida are plentiful: explore its sunsoaked central plazas and narrow hidden streets, visit the Catedral de San Ildefonso, or educate yourself on Maya history at some of the region’s best museums, such as the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya. It’s also a great base from which to visit some of Mexico’s most important Maya ruins, including Chichén Itzá and Uxmal ruins.

Beyond the ruins, the modern day landscapes also hold plenty of charm. Dive into the cool waters of cenotes (natural bore holes), or relax at the Gulf coast’s quaint seaside villages or the pleasant town of Izamal. Mérida itself is artsy and inviting – markets colour busy streets with local crafts and souvenirs, coffee shops and restaurants line the Paseo de Montejo, and in the cooler hours after sunset, the sound of music and animated chatter wafts from cheerful bars.