WHERE TO DISCOVER YOUR NEXT TRAVEL JOURNEY: State of Yucatán, Mexico Wednesday 24 July, 2019
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State of Yucatán is one of the 31 states which, with Mexico City, comprise the 32 Federal Entities of Mexico. It is divided into 106 municipalities, and its capital city is Mérida.
Before the arrival of Spaniards to the Yucatán Peninsula, the name of this region was Mayab.[12] In the Mayan language, “ma’ ya’ab” is translated as “a few”. It was a very important region for the Mayan civilization, which reached the peak of its development here, where the Mayans founded the cities of Chichen Itza, Izamal, Motul, Mayapan, and more. So yes where I went to visit one of the 7th wonders of the worlds, Chichen Itza, is located here.
hotel Mesón del Marqués
Hotel El Meson del Marques is one of the most traditional hotels in Valladolid, magic town. It is located right in the main square, and it is developed in an old casona that traces back to XVII century, where the colonial elegance mixes with modern facilities, and nowadays, the hotel offers more than 50 years of experience. Considered one of the heartwarming and romantic in Valladolid, for locals and foreigners its location is ideal to walk all of the typical places from around the city, the oldest neighborhoods and La calzada de los frailes; also from Yucatan, just like Chichen itza, Ek Balam, Coloradas and more.
A beautiful colonial city located 25 miles or 40 km away from the majestic Chichén Itzá. Today it contains a harmonious set of civil and religious architecture types, including its fortified convent of San Bernardino of Siena, from sixteenth century, and San Gervasio Cathedral, a baroque ensemble from the early eighteenth century, and many other monuments, including the Municipal Palace, the Temple of San Juan de Dios, Santa Ana, San Roque, Santa Lucia, La Candelaria, El Telar, and The Central Park.
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Discover Lagartos River and Las Coloradas Biosphere Reserve
known as the Pink Lakes
Las Coloradas is a community in the Rio Lagartos Municipality, Yucatán, Mexico. It is located at the northern coast of the Yucatan peninsula on a stretch of land which separates the Gulf of Mexico from the lagoon Ria Lagartos. Huge salt evaporation ponds for sea salt extraction lie on this stretch of land, some of them showing peculiar colors due to micro-organisms, like the pink lagoon Laguna Rosa.
Flamingo and bird watching is common here, close to a bioreserve. The town and the pink lagoons have now become a popular tourist attraction, thanks to Instagram posts which make the lakes appear much more romantic than they really are. The lakes are certainly intriguing but are difficult to get to without a tour or a hire car.[2] Tours can be arranged to see the resident flamingos and other birds, including a stop at the coloured lakes if requested.
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Hotel Lodge Uxmal
Located, literally, right on the doorstep of the Uxmal Archeological Zone, a mere 350 meters (2/10ths of a mile) — a 4 minute walk — from the Lodge at Uxmal. The majestic Mayan ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site beckon you to experience the wonders of the Pyramid of the Magician, the only pyramid in the New world or the Old with an elliptical base and rounded corners. Wonder if the legends are true: Could it really have been built in a day? Continue on to marvel at the Palace of the Governor, the Nunnery Quadrangle, the house of the Tortoises and of the Doves, or the ancient Maya ball court. All these treasures, and more, await you mere minutes out the front door of the Lodge at Uxmal.
Uxmal (Yucatec Maya: Óoxmáal [óˑʃmáˑl]) is an ancient Maya city of the classical period located in present-day Mexico. It is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of Maya culture. It is located in the Puuc region of the State of Yucatan, and is considered one of the Maya cities most representative of the region’s dominant architectural style. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of its significance. #uxmal
Discover Land Rovers by Mayaland Adventures
In Mayaland Adventures, visitors are not only going to drive one of the most iconic off-road vehicles of the XX century, but they will be transported to another era and live a unique experience the way it was done back in the day, when the archaeologists discovered Yucatan.
Experience 7 cenotes, the day in “The 7 Cenotes San Gerónimo” takes place in the heart of a private reserve located 80 minutes from the city of Merida, this place offers adventurers the opportunity to discover the natural wonders of the Mayan world while they learn about the richness of this ancient culture and enjoy new experiences.
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This has legitimately been on my list of places. I have heard about their flamingo population. There is so much culture here and the caves in Mexico are bananas.
I have never been to this area but it looks amazing. My family and I love doing pet-friendly road trips and looking at your photos, I really would love exploring this.
Wow wow wow. This looks amazing look at that pink lake that’s incredible. I have so many travel plans and can’t wait to hopefully visit here one day too! Looks like a great place to explore!
Those photos are all so beautiful. I’ve always wanted to visit Mexico too. Looks like such a great place to be. Hopefully someday I’ll be able to go too.
I was already sold, but the pink lakes did me all the way in. OMG! What a beauty! I would also enjoy exploring the Cenotes. Such natural beauty.
The view is majestic! I’m ready to go on the look of all this alone. What a beautiful site!
Your posts really have Mexico calling me! Such a vibrant nation filled with loving people and beautiful locations. So hope to get to know it more.
Wow! Mexico is such a nice place to travel. There’s a lot of fun things to do. I’d definitely visit the Pink Lake.
I haven’t been to Mexico but my son has and he loved it there. I will visit one day…..
Omg! I’d like to visit the place one day! Time to start saving up!
Oh I love Mexico, it’s such a culturally rich country. Thanks so much for sharing!
Oh my gosh, just looking at your photos calmed me down tremendously. I would never want to leave there.
That is SUPER cool!!! I’ve never been to Mexico yet and i can’t wait to start exploring this beautiful country! Can’t wait.
I simply love all of the architecture in this city! we visited last year and it was amazing!
You have some amazing trips! This looks so rad. Your photos are gorgeous. Beautiful colors
I love that in little time you can go from city to somewhere that you can get in touch with nature, culture and a less advanced way of life
I been to only boarder side of mexico. These places looks really beautiful I would like to visit some time.
Mexico is already in our overflowing bucket list. We are planning may be next year. Hope everything will work fine
Beauty in Mexico is extreme and it is all over. never heard about Las coloradas. Thanks fpr sharing!
We’ve been trying to decide what to do for our 10th wedding anniversary. These locations in Mexico look amazing. Thanks for the ideas!
This has legitimately been on my list of places. I have heard about their flamingo population. There is so much culture here and the caves in Mexico are bananas.
Wow!
That pink lake is
I could definitely see myself having a dream vacation there.
OMG you had me at PINK LAKES! Mexico is such a lovely location to visit. Cannot wait to explore the country more. Saving for my next trip!
Lovely spots. I love that you’ve been going all around Mexico. But that pink lake is exactly where I would want to take pictures!
WOW! I’ve always wanted to travel to Mexico! The pink lakes are so beautiful. These places are all fantastic!
I have never been to this area but it looks amazing. My family and I love doing pet-friendly road trips and looking at your photos, I really would love exploring this.
Wow wow wow. This looks amazing look at that pink lake that’s incredible. I have so many travel plans and can’t wait to hopefully visit here one day too! Looks like a great place to explore!
Those photos are all so beautiful. I’ve always wanted to visit Mexico too. Looks like such a great place to be. Hopefully someday I’ll be able to go too.
Mexico is very close to me and I have never been there. I think it is time for a trip.
Wow, this looks absolutely incredible! I need to add this to my travel bucket list for sure!
I hope to visit one day. It looks like there is a lot to do!
Traveling through someone’s experiences is great. We cannot visit all the places in the world. But we can read a blog post!
I’ve ben to Mexico a couple of times and I love it. I can’t wait to go back again!
I think experiences like these sound great! I’ve always wanted to visit here.
wow! How beautiful is this Yucatan region! There are so many interesting places to visit!
Oh yes, Mexico! I’ve been wanting to visit Mexico and explore those beautiful places!
That looks incredible!! I’d love to see the pink lakes. I’ve been to Chichen Ichen which was really cool, I’m fascinated by ruins.
I’ve been to Mexico a couple of times and we all love it. I can’t wait to be back! Loved your pictures!
omg all of this looks wonderful. my husband was asking where we could go just us and i think i found it. thanks for such a great and detailed post.