It was right here, in the land of pheasant and the deer where this gorgeous city emerged. A place of magical Colonial architecture and European art, rich in folklore and gastronomy.

The city of Merida, framed by its beautiful clear and bright sky, iswell-known by the cordiality of its people, its white houses, palaces, boulevards and monuments; called "la ciudad blanca" (the white city), due to the ancient tradition of painting in this color almost every facade.

Even though Merida is a modern city, you can still feel its comfortable provincial atmosphere, filled with trees and green areas that evoke its great past and make it different from the rest of Mexico's Colonial cities.

People in Yucatan carry music in their veins; they gather every day to dance and sing in concerts, serenades or any kind of cultural and folkloric celebration, showing extraordinary rhythm, grace and taste for the arts.

Distinctive Traces

One of the most important artistic expressions is the "trova Yucateca", a cheerful spirited rhythm shared by most natives. People spend many hours playing this music in open spaces, where they usually get together to enjoy great Caribbean nights with friends and family.

Another important expression is the "bomba", traditional short songs, that in a funny way, tell stories and jokes.