The Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico is home to the bustling metropolis of Merida. The city is surrounded by crumbling temples, holy cenotes, brightly painted houses, and other fascinating remnants of Mayan and colonial architecture. Merida, often known as "the White City" because of its many whitewashed buildings, is a great place to start seeing Mexico. Some of its more popular draws are museums devoted to the region's history and ruins of historic buildings and homes. Merida also has a wealth of museums and galleries and its natural attractions.
Go Out and Explore Some Local Bazaars.
We knew that seeing a local market would be one of my top priorities in Merida. Ceramics and traditional clothes from Merida are well-known around the world. Seeing a couple of different marketplaces in the heart of Merida is one of my favorite things to do in the city. Bazar Garcia Rejon is one of the most significant local marketplaces and has a wide selection of ceramics, apparel, and tourist trinkets. The Bazar has been there since 1862 and is an important landmark. It is available daily between the hours of 8 am and 9 pm. Naturally, we must recognize the cuisine here. After hearing so much about the local specialty "Cochinita Pibil," we were eager to try it finally. Yucatan Peninsula native Mayan meal featuring pig slow-roasted in a particular clay oven after being marinated in a mixture of spices and lime juice. Yum!
Go To Uxmal
About 163 kilometers (100 miles) from Mérida lies the Mayan archaeological site of Uxmal. If you're doing independent sightseeing in Mérida, you can go to Uxmal via bus, taxi, or even your vehicle. You may expect to spend about 2.5 hours on each of these. We opted for this Merida-based guided trip because of the considerable distance involved. Since this was our first trip in Uxmal, we decided to hire a guide in addition to taking advantage of the transportation services provided. This is an excellent option for first-time visitors to Uxmal who want to relax and appreciate the site without worrying about the particulars of getting there and back.
See Some Exhibits At A Museum.
The museum was enormous and stunning; We were awed by the extraordinary artifacts it houses. The museum's personnel described Mayan and Spanish antiquities, as well as an intriguing display of photographs and portraits dating back hundreds of years. Open weekdays from 8 am to 5 pm, this museum is convenient for tourists and locals. The entrance charge to the museum is $3 USD, and there is a copyright fee of around the same amount if you wish to take photographs or film in the museum. The fee is justified by the beautiful experiences and stories you will tell for years to come.
Cenote Swimming Is A Fantastic Experience.
You can only visit Merida by checking out some of the local cenotes. It is estimated that more than 6,000 cenotes are spread out over the Yucatan Peninsula. These spots draw many visitors since they are stunning and great for swimming. Visiting a cenote on the Yucatan Peninsula is a must if you want to make the most of your vacation in Mexico. There are a ton of excellent cenotes within easy travel distance of Merida. You feel something that cannot be described when you hit rock bottom. For the same reason, the water in cenotes tends to be an even deeper shade of blue than the rest of the ocean. This is a wonderful thing to see in person.
Embrace The Sunshine and Spend The Day At The Beach.
You may also enjoy a day at the beach in Merida. Although Merida is not on the coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, it is close to many beautiful beaches. Progreso Beach is the nearest beach to Merida. From Merida, you may hire a vehicle or take a taxi/Uber and get there in around 30 to 45 minutes. Since the beach is open to the public, a day at Progreso Beach won't break the bank. If you want something a little more exclusive, you may join one of the beach clubs for the day and utilize their amenities. Though costs vary widely, plan on paying between $30 and $40 (USD) every day for each member of your party.
