The state of Yucatan has many jewels which make it one of the richest and fascinating states in Mexico. In terms of nature, archeological sites, culture and architecture, Yucatan has it all, but, if you are looking for a special place that feels as if you have stepped back in time to the early 1900's, surrounded by friendly people and music, Merida is the place to go.
Known as "The White City" due to the large use of white limestone and white paint, this traditional city depicts much of the splendor of Colonial Mexico. Merida, the capital city of Yucatan, boasts old and modern in everything from fashion to architecture in very corner of the city.
The always folkloric ambiance and the nice and outgoing residents make Merida one of the most charming, favorite and easy-going cities in Mexico. What's more, its reputation as the safest location of the country is well-earned, and it is quite common to see the streets crowded with people strolling after dinner when the temperatures are cooler.
Being centrally located in the Yucatan Peninsula, Merida is a practical hub to explore numerous Mayan archeological sites and ecological wonders. Many airlines fly into Merida and you can also take a four-hour bus ride from Cancun. A perfect base for the numerous attractions around the region, Merida is equipped with an excellent airport that offers a wide range of international flights. All this, combined with its impressive convention center, makes Merida one of the most desirable host cities for WILD 9, taking place from November 6th-13th.
The WILD9 is the 9th World Wilderness Congress (WWC) launched by The WILD Foundation in 1977; the WWC is the longest-running, public, international environmental forum and has become the high-profile platform for debate, planning and action on wilderness-related issues.
A Merida experience would not be complete without its numerous and authentic colonial Haciendas that by far are your best choice for lodging. These Haciendas, whose lands once cultivated plantations of henequen and ultimately nicknamed "Green Gold" due to the exporting goods received in exchange from Europe, have been restored and converted into hotels, restaurants or luxury tourist's stops and museums.
The state of Yucatan has many jewels which make it one of the richest and fascinating states in Mexico. In terms of nature, archeological sites, culture and architecture, Yucatan has it all, but, if you are looking for a special place that feels as if you have stepped back in time to the early 1900's, surrounded by friendly people and music, Merida is the place to go.