How to fully enjoy the 2025 Kings’ Fair in Tizimín The Queen of Fairs: How to Make the Most of the Kings’ Fair in Tizimín I'm pretty familiar with the first one and have attended multiple times but the latter was a mystery I had always wanted to unravel invited me to visit her to experience this grand event Lupita shared some tips on how to make the most of the fair Keep in mind that this is the biggest and most important event for Tizimín the city will be incredibly crowded from December 28 until the second or third week of January This has implications for both accommodations and transportation There are various types of transportation You can catch the buses at the Noreste Bus Station and the cost is around $200-300 pesos; the combi stop is just around the corner The approximate travel time is two to two and a half hours if you travel in first class; if you take a second-class bus it could take you up to twice as long because those make stops in different nearby towns As for your accommodation, check availability in advance; hotel rooms tend to be in high demand and can fill up quickly. You can check some options in our lodging directory During this time, Tizimín is the definition of “everything all at once.” During the Three Wise Men’s celebration traditions and fun never stop: there are events for the whole family and for all tastes and beliefs such as the descent and ascent of the images of the Three Kings (the city's patrons) or any of the masses in their honor You can even go inside the church to learn more about them and buy a little souvenir related to them and the traditional planting of the ceibo tree I can assure you that you'll do plenty of things and visit many places as you'll be walking or moving around for hours Keep an open mind and enjoy; you’ll hear the sound of voladores (flying dancers) This celebration is very significant for the people of Tizimín and each of the activities or events they hold is done from the heart and often as a promise to the Three Kings Believe me when I say I could keep going trying to describe this great event, but if I did, I wouldn't finish this article and we would have to publish an anthology about it. I hope this text helps you see that this is more than just a fair: it is a grand celebration worthy of kings and ranks among the largest and most important in Yucatán I was so fascinated that as I write these words Don’t wait any longer and dive in to experience it; you won’t regret it Estación de Autobuses Noreste Calle 67 #529 x 52 y 50, Centro www.autobusesdelnoreste.com Paradero de combis Homún - Tizimín Calle 52 #532A x 65 y 67 for its use in Yucatán Today.First published in Yucatán Today print and digital magazine no we accompany the traveler so that they can experience the authentic essence of Yucatán Joaquín Díaz Mena inaugurated the Tizimín Expo Fair 2025 (or the Feria de Reyes) one of southeastern Mexico’s most emblematic celebrations combining livestock the fair features an extensive program of religious and recreational activities alongside its traditional livestock exhibition During the opening ceremony at the Tizimín fairgrounds Díaz Mena announced increased support for livestock breeding offering 25,000 pesos for cattle breeding stock purchases and 8,000 pesos for sheep breeding improvements accompanied by DIF honorary president Wendy Méndez Naal and mayor Carlos Adrián Quiroz Osorio emphasized his administration’s commitment to unprecedented support for regional livestock farming The livestock exhibition showcases 400 rings with 294 male and 106 female registered breeding animals This exhibition offers eastern Yucatán’s ranchers opportunities to enhance their genetic stock The fair’s cultural program features prominent entertainment including free concerts by La Arrolladora Banda El Limón The traditional Plaza de Toros hosts several bullfighting events including performances by renowned matadors Guillermo Hermoso de Mendoza A highlight of the early celebrations was the Coronation Vaquería on December 30 where Jesuí Huchim Gutiérrez was crowned queen of the fair Notable attendees at the inauguration included State Congress President Neyda Pat Dzul and various regional agricultural and business leaders The governor assured continued support for Tizimín’s development projects particularly those advancing the Maya Renaissance in the region the Tizimín Fair (Feria de Los Santos Reyes de Tizimín) stands as one of Mexico’s oldest continuous religious and commercial celebrations What began as a Catholic celebration of the Epiphany in the colonial era has evolved into a major regional event combining religious devotion The fair’s origins are deeply tied to the colonial history of Tizimín founded as San Francisco de Tizimín in 1544 by Franciscan missionaries The celebration centers on the town’s patron saints – the Three Wise Men (Los Santos Reyes) – whose images have been housed in the San Francisco de Asís Church since the 16th century This makes Tizimín one of the few places in the world with a historical devotion to all three Magi the religious celebration had merged with commercial activities The timing of the fair – coinciding with the end of the rainy season when cattle were in prime condition – made it an ideal moment for ranchers to showcase and trade their livestock This aspect grew particularly important during Yucatán’s henequen boom when the hacienda economy drove increased demand for cattle The fair’s evolution reflects the changing nature of Yucatán’s economy and society What started as a purely religious observance expanded to include cattle trading and eventually entertainment and cultural showcases Today’s fair combines all these elements – religious processions honor the Three Kings while modern livestock genetics are traded and contemporary entertainment draws thousands of visitors Tizimín’s transformation into “The Cattle Capital of the East” is largely attributed to the fair’s influence The event helped establish the city as a major cattle trading center in the Peninsula contributing to the development of the region’s livestock industry The fair traditionally runs from late December through Jan.19 6) and the feast day of the Cristo Negro of Tizimín (Jan.13) another important religious observance in the region This timing reflects both its religious origins and its practical evolution as a commercial event the fair has weathered historical challenges Its continuity speaks to its significance in regional culture and commerce making it not just a celebration but a living piece of Yucatecan heritage Yucatán Magazine has the inside scoop on living here. Sign up to get our top headlines delivered to your inbox every week Expats more accustomed to carpeting and hardwood should know what they’re getting into when they live with marble floors The history of feminism is deeply intertwined with Yucatán’s social From the early struggles for women’s suffrage to contemporary movements advocating for gender equality and justice Mexican feminism has been shaped by the contributions of remarkable individuals and pivotal events using the phone in Mexico will be a little simpler for everybody making phone calls within Mexico uniformly 10 digits Only the area code and the local number is needed for either landlines and cellphones I imagine many people would describe Re as bordering on the chaotic — it switches back and forth between genres as diverse as trova Parque La Plancha in Mérida emerged as a standout winner at the 2024 National Biennial of Mexican Architecture The 50-acre public space project received both a silver medal for innovative lighting design and an honorable mention for landscape architecture Nine other projects from the region received honorable mentions A late Yucatecan composer’s whimsical Advertise With Us Tizimín is a jewel with 86 facets There’s not enough time for Neydi to share details about each “comisaría” (town) but her confident knowledge rests on the stability of her community and her personal connection with the land She discusses every element: the culture of the modern-day Maya; geographical highlights (notably beaches and cenotes); and the sprawling concentrations of archaeological remains (most commonly cattle farms and ranches with modern irrigation systems foil across the rocky landscape forming the economic backbone of the region home to a mystical church in ruins and a tourist stop with a quirky restaurant then relax in a hammock underneath a locally-sourced “palapa” roof and has hosted long-term research projects funded by National Geographic (page 53) El Cuyo has a beach so crystalline and secretive that we had to put it on our cover (see article on page 1) an epic archaeological site way off the beaten path Full of natural wonders, Tizimín still hasn’t felt the pressure of tourism That’s why you’ll find pure “mestiza” culture strolling through the city’s Centro and you’ll have to sink your teeth into the traditional culinary scene for food The foundation of Tizimín’s gastronomical experience is the iconic restaurant the restaurant maintains its vintage vibes with 70s style tables and chairs and orange and coffee-colored details Enjoy a classic “michelada” and sincere interpretations of regional plates Annually, the town breaks out in celebration with the “Feria de los Reyes Magos de Tizimín,” where the cattle fair The big events begin on the 28th of December and conclude on the 22nd of January of the following year Nearly an hour outside of Tizimín at the archaeological site Kulubá the smell of damp stone and the sound of fluttering bat wings resonate vividly I feel a sensation that my college friends called “perma-grin,” which is when you just can’t stop smiling carefully soaking in the electric feeling of being in such a spiritual place with no other tourists I ask my mind to travel in time and imagine the people bustling through the central square which grew over the course of more than 1,000 years A community which suffered the same dips and peaks of the wave-like frequencies of modern civilization Stone drawings crawl along the façades of the long buildings They strike me as overwhelmingly feminine – dots and curves implies the way humanity is embedded within nature I imagine the eyes of the stone mask batting open red paint liquefying and taking over the structure Chants and beats of the ritualistic war drum create a tribal rhythm – the sounds of an ideological war Archaeologists have been tracing the ancient timeline of Kulubá off-and-on for several decades now. They identified the site as a critical subsidiary: first of the regional giant, Ek Balam, and later as a part of the congruous regional takeover of Chichén Itzá Architectural styles of both sites as well as ceramic analysis of plates and typical household goods help archaeologists to draw these conclusions Symbolic destroying and construction of architecture corroborates Kulubá’s tumultuous The state government has plans to build the necessary infrastructure and open the site for public tourism at some point meticulously cared for by the rancher-turned-archaeologist keeping an eye on the intricately carved rocks and offering quiet tours to the adventurous The sign-in book shows a steady trickle of guests – sometimes even on a daily basis The small thatch-roofed museum houses several jaw-dropping pieces of the stone artwork in repose from the harsh beating of the Yucatecan sun Follow our map of Yucatán to visit the site Be warned that the road is rocky (but maneuverable) Wear adventure-ready clothes and bug spray to ward off insects and ticks (highly recommended) and remember to tip Don Willy – the guardian of the past First published in Yucatán Today print and digital magazine no. 365, in May 2018.Last updated in May 2024 - On the toll highway: Take the “cuota” road to Valladolid - On the free highway: From Mérida take the highway to Motul and then continue east towards Tizimín The highway is safe and in perfect condition The trip of approximately 170 kilometers takes 2 hours the main destination found in this site is Tizimín with a cost of $150 pesos this place works from 08:45 to 19:00 hours each unit leaves in the direction of the destination every hour and a half For more information about this site you can contact the numbers Alberto May: 9993230705 and Juan Puch: 9991124772 who work as operators on this site Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wwm6SHc33iGhRnTL9 Buses to Tizimín can be found at the Northeast terminal on Calle 67 x 50 y 52 Its approximate cost is approximately $240 pesos its departure frequency depends on the day and availability for more information consult by WhatsApp at: +52 (999) 217 6513 Megan McDermott felt she had a good shot at the top spot going into the $250,000 BlackBarn Junior/Amateur-Owner/Amateur Jumper Prix at HITS Saugerties (New York) in 2018  Since getting her partner Tizimin LS the previous year moving from the medium amateur-owner jumpers to the highs and eventually into her first Fédération Equestre Internationale classes With their consistent placings throughout the year and a win at the Hampton Classic (New York) the previous week As she galloped the 12-year-old warmblood (Dollar De La Pierre—Sonora La Silla she realized something was very wrong as he tried to canter away on three legs McDermott immediately hopped off and tried to keep him quiet as a trailer was driven into the ring to take him to Rhinebeck Equine for evaluation Though it’s unclear exactly how it happened veterinarians determined Tizi had fractured his pelvis That kind of injury is rare in sport horses his age so his veterinarians had a hard time finding previous cases on which to base their treatment Tizimin LS helped Megan McDermott move up the levels prior to his injury The injury required three months at the clinic where he was tied long enough to allow him some movement but not enough to lie down Once he got home he required another month of stall rest before they could reintroduce turnout “My life just became about making sure that he was mentally OK because with the injury there’s not a whole lot we could do other than keep him still…make sure he doesn’t lie down “And they [said] a lot of horses will not get out of that because they mentally cannot handle it And we were super lucky that we were able to keep him happy and fighting.” McDermott got the gelding shortly after graduating college while taking occasional lessons from her friend Vasco Flores Her only horse at the time was injury-prone so she was at a crossroads when Flores started talking about “this horse Santiago Diaz owned.” The next thing she knew Flores had set up an appointment for her to try the gelding this horse is a life-changer.’ I had a total moment of this felt so scary to invest in something and to trust any person He gave me so much confidence over the first two years that I had him I went from in the 1.30-meters and was mentally a disaster He did totally everything for me and gave 100% Megan McDermott says her relationship with Tizimin LS is special McDermott knew she had to try to help him heal McDermott made daily visits from her base in South Salem While imaging showed the fracture was healing the veterinarians based many of the next steps on Tizi’s comfort level and soundness Tizi was brought to a small paddock to graze in hand gradually increasing the time he was left alone After consulting with her regular veterinarians MRCVS of Palm Beach Equine (Florida) and Dr DVM of Miller & Associates (Florida and New York) “Kit was a big proponent of ‘the more he can do the better,’ mentally as well,” McDermott said “He’s going to have to figure out how to work—his anatomy was a little different because his hip remained a little bit displaced Methodical increase in workload and pasture time helped Tizimin LS recover While they’d come up with their own timeline for increasing work they knew he was ready for an increased workload McDermott utilized chiropractic work and acupuncture and eventually therapeutic ultrasound to help with his comfort level to let him know what happened and the prognosis and he’ll be as good as ever,’ ”  McDermott said he was back to competing in the high amateur-owners and in 2020 Tizi returned to FEI competition McDermott decided it was time to let him have an easier job At age 15 he’s now he’s teaching a younger rider the ropes “I have other horses that are jumping bigger and he deserves to jump a little bit lower He doesn’t like feeling like he’s second string so he’s got to go do what he did for me with some other people Do you know a horse or rider who returned to the competition ring after what should have been a life-threatening or career-ending injury or illness? Email Kimberly at kloushin@coth.com with their story you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy You may also receive promotional emails from The Chronicle of the Horse Copyright © 2025 The Chronicle of the Horse We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent You can choose to enable or disable some or all of these cookies but disabling some of them may affect your browsing experience Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative which was moving away from Yucatan's coast Tuesday 274 reports were received from various municipalities mainly concerning power outages and downed trees no significant structural damage or loss of life has been reported The Comision Federal de Electricidad is actively working to restore electricity in affected areas power has already been restored in the port town of Sisal In Merida, the state's capital, and surrounding areas, winds and rain lessened significantly as the storm moved farther out to sea Authorities report that operations at the Manuel Crescencio Rejon Airport in Merida have resumed where 1,020 people from the coastal communities of El Cuyo Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas sought shelter from the storm though reports indicate that conditions are beginning to improve by Tuesday As Hurricane Milton continues to move away from Yucatan but the worst appears to be over for the region people dancing and enjoying Yucatecan Jaranas while thousands of visitors keep arriving to join in the celebration That’s just part of what you’ll experience at the Tizimín Fair and pilgrims every year in celebration of the municipality’s patron saints: the Biblical Magi (the Three Kings or Three Wise Men) in the most important sanctuary in Latin America in their honor (and the second worldwide) when the images of the three wise men are brought down a great Vaquería (a party with traditional music and dance) is held attended by around 5,000 revelers who gather to enjoy the music by several different guest bands as well as to crown the new queen of the fair a grand Ceiba tree (the sacred tree of the Maya) is moved to the center of a specially constructed arena to the joy of thousands of people celebrating the start of the Tizimín Fair.    The purpose of this ceremony is to use joy and music to scare away evil spirits since it is believed that one of them, the Xtabay, lives in this tree. This ensures that all activities proceed normally and without incident.    The festival lasts approximately 15 days, during which thousands of pilgrims never cease to visit the patron saints, exhibited in the church of Tizimín January 6 is the main Three Kings’ celebration and that’s when you can see lines of up to 5,000 people holding candles and branches of rue waiting to enter the church and worship them.  The Tizimín Fair wouldn’t be possible without the help of nine “fair deputies”; these are the people in charge of organizing it inheriting their position from generation to generation each one has the task of performing a novena in honor of the patron saints and organizing their corresponding “Nona” ceremony at 3 am attendees once again scare away evil spirits with music and dancing so that the party can continue without setbacks there is a novena and then a “Nona,” with one deputy in charge of each.    If you visit Tizimín any day during the fair One of the most anticipated is the Expo Feria there is an additional area for restaurants and snacks The venue is open from 9 am to 3 am and admission is free The Tizimín Fair also generates the largest beneficial economic impact on the municipality and other industries involved in the event each year.  Those of us who have already participated would definitely recommend a circuit starting early at the Three Kings’ sanctuary join in the parades and dance right across the street at the main park and city center don’t miss out on the delicious grilled lamb available behind the ring you will find endless fun and music.     The Tizimín Fair is the pride of its locals who year after year open their doors to thousands of visitors to share their celebration and their traditions with the hospitality and warmth that characterize them making us part of such a beautiful tradition.  First published in Yucatán Today print and digital magazine no. 420, in December 2022.Last updated in December 2023 Feminist communicator with delusions of an artist and screen printer A woman in Tizimín has denounced the senseless killing of a Keel-billed toucan Mauris Febles posted allegations on Facebook that unidentified men purposefully attacked and killed the bird with a slingshot “It makes me so sad and angry to see how such a beautiful and endangered bird was killed There must be severe consequences for people who do such things it’s really unforgivable,” said Febles It is likely that those responsible for killing the toucan were trying to capture it to sell it healthy toucans can fetch upwards of $8,000 USD a man was detained in Tizimín after he was found to be in possession of a live toucan The man did not have any documentation to prove his legal possession of the bird so the animal was seized and the suspect was detained a toucan that became a celebrity in Merida’s Francisco de Montejo neighborhood the bird was found to have been killed by wounds suffered as a result of being shot with a pellet gun Earlier: Killing of a beloved wild toucan enrages neighborhood Toucans are native to Yucatán but have become endangered due to a loss of habitat and poaching.  Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic several toucan sightings have been reported across the state It is speculated that the slowing of human activity has allowed several species to re-emerge into several areas of the state.  Other animal sightings have included greater amounts of deer the toucanet — often confused with infant toucans a toucan nicknamed Mariano was first spotted in Mexico City it is likely that the bird escaped captivity Amazed onlookers photographed Mariano and posted their photos on social media The pictures have been shared thousands of times and received millions of likes Most Mexicans are likely to go their entire lives without seeing a wild toucan The bird is considered iconic and its image is found on the labels of many everyday products Senior Editor Carlos Rosado van der Gracht is a Mexican expedition/Canadian photographer and translation degrees from universities in Mexico Lawmakers have approved jail time and fines for organizing dog fights or even attending a fight as a spectator Mexico lost its FAA Category 1 aviation certification in May 2021 after a series of inspections revealed what was described as “concerning practices.” The star behind the summer hit “Despacito” will make a stop here in October and the best tickets are going for a pretty peso The CFE says that it plans to build two new power plants in Yucatán where blackouts have bedeviled residents for years The new plants in Yucatán will be in Mérida and Valladolid and should be completed by 2024 the government-owned power company intends to build six power plants across the country to meet… Mérida was used as a model in a study by the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as Mexican health officials and researchers Yucatan — Speed limits recently posted on the ring road that surrounds most of the city are unsafe The logic of transit engineer René Flores Ayora is that at lower speeds mean fewer road accidents on the Periferico de Mérida So he recommends an 80-kph / 50 mph speed limit… Three Kings Day bread-making was a competitive event on Monday in the Yucatán city of Tizimín which broke the Guinness World Record for the longest Kings Day bread in the world measured 3,009 meters and making it required two tonnes of flour 13,000 eggs and 19,000 tiny baby Jesus figurines Mexican Three Kings Day tradition dictates that anyone who finds a baby Jesus must make tamales for friends and family on Candlemas Day which baked a 2.65-kilometer rosca last year The measuring process took over five hours on Monday with the result that some of the people who went to witness the record-breaking event lost interest and left But hundreds remained when the time came to serve the bread Guinness World Records certification official Carlos Reyes Tapia said that each individual piece of the rosca must not exceed 50 centimeters in length that they must be perfectly joined and that the bread be cooked according to the traditional recipe The various pieces that made up the record-breaking bread were cooked in four different bakeries in Tizimín which is renowned for its Three Kings Day celebrations Over 1,000 people worked all through the weekend to help bake the rosca the recipe also called for 50 kilograms of yeast 625 liters of milk and 1,500 pieces of candied fruit Source: El Universal (sp) ADVERTISE WITH MND COMMUNITY GUIDELINES Subscription FAQ's Privacy Policy Mexico News Daily - Property of Tavana LLC Mexico - Hurricane Delta emerged into the Gulf of Mexico on Wednesday and headed toward Louisiana after making landfall just south of the Mexican resort of Cancun toppling trees and cutting power to residents of the Yucatán Peninsula’s resort-studded coast National Hurricane Center in Miami said Delta weakened to a Category 1 storm during the afternoon but it began strengthening again while moving over the southern Gulf rising to maximum sustained winds of 90 mph Wednesday night It was expected to gain even more strength before reaching the U.S the storm was centered about 525 miles south-southeast of Cameron The hurricane came ashore in Mexico around 5:30 a.m Officials said it caused no deaths or injuries but did force hundreds of tourists to take refuge in storm shelters It knocked out power to about 266,000 customers or about one-third of the total on the Yucatán Peninsula the most dangerous part of the hurricane has passed,” Carlos Joaquín González noting the big problem was downed trees that had knocked out power lines and blocked roadways Civil defense official Luís Alberto Ortega Vázquez said that as the storm approached about 39,000 people were evacuated in the states of Quintana Roo and Yucatán He said about 2,700 people took refuge in storm shelters in the two states Joaquín González said Wednesday that most of the tourists had returned to their hotels but a shelter had been opened to accommodate people stranded in Cancun by the cancellation of 157 airline flights He said the international airport would resume its normal operations Thursday There were reports of some flooding in Cozumel and Playa del Carmen More than a thousand trees were knocked down by strong winds but authorities expressed confidence that electricity would be restored to 80% of those affected Wednesday night guests of the Fiesta Americana Condesa hotel awoke in the sweltering classrooms of the Technological Institute of Cancun campus where they had been moved Tuesday All of the windows at the campus had been covered with plywood so they couldn’t see what was happening but they said the howling winds started around 2 a.m By early afternoon they were returned to their hotel and the state announced that businesses could reopen at 3 p.m islands and the shore expanded as Delta exploded over the warm Caribbean waters Much of Cancun’s hotel zone was cleared out as guests were bused to inland shelters John Bel Edwards said Delta was expected to make landfall there Friday night or Saturday morning and the entire state is in the storm’s possible path State and local officials in coastal areas were shoring up levees sandbagging and taking other protections measures Louisiana is still recovering from Hurricane Laura which ravaged the southwestern region as it roared ashore as a Category 4 storm in August More than 6,600 Laura evacuees remain in hotels around the state because their homes are too heavily damaged to return A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States A lock ( ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website Share sensitive information only on official a primary health care clinic in Tizimín Yucatan is bustling with patients waiting to see Dr Twenty percent of Mexico's population has hypertension and is at risk for heart disease which is the leading cause of death in Mexico simple app that helps healthcare workers like Briceño diagnose a patient's risk of heart disease over time and provide the most appropriate treatment This app was developed by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and supported by CDC Heart disease causes one out of three deaths in the Americas is a leading risk factor for heart disease and affects 20% of adults in the region Other risk factors for heart disease are increasingly common globally unhealthy diet (high salt and too much alcohol) Many people don't know their own risk for heart disease so healthcare providers play an important role in educating patients More global data is available than ever before and better statistical methods exist to create accurate risk prediction models targeted to specific populations This data shows that treatment guidelines based on multiple risk factors are more effective and less expensive than guidelines based on one single risk factor it can be challenging for busy providers to weigh multiple risk factors and provide tailored recommendations for every individual they see slightly obese woman who eats a high sodium diet may differ from a patient of the same age and weight but who smokes a pack of cigarettes daily Who is more likely to develop heart disease in 10 years Treating patients who don't really need it can lead to unnecessary expenses and side effects But providers also don't want to delay treatment for those who can benefit With the support and technical assistance from CDC, PAHO has partnered with ministries of health and WHO since 2016 on HEARTS in the Americas a program designed to improve heart disease prevention and management in primary care HEARTS is active in 1,380 primary care centers in 22 countries throughout Latin America and the Caribbean It uses simple public health tools to get patients with high blood pressure diagnosed and treated before a more serious illness develops Providers all over the world have been using traditional printed 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The average user engagement time is 2 minutes and 40 seconds. Users have estimated cardiovascular risk over 3.8 million times; meaning that nearly 4 million patients have likely benefited from the app. PAHO continues to partner with ministries of health and other key partners to promote the use of the app in primary healthcare settings. "I believe that the HEARTS app has helped many patients think about their cardiovascular health, be more aware of their disease, and manage it," says Briceño. CDC's Division of Global Health Protection works on the frontlines of global health security, in over 40 countries, to create a safer America and a safer world. Support non-profit journalism and perspectives from around the world. See all those languages? The Lingua project at Global Voices works to bring down barriers to understanding through translation. Meet 10 activists who use digital media to strengthen and promote Mayan languages ​​in Mexico Read the inspiring story of one of the grantees selected for the 2024 Mayan Language Digital Activism Fellowship the author shares his story of activism and the project with which he seeks to promote his native language within his community and online The Mayan language is a vehicle to rescue the knowledge that grandmothers and grandfathers have Through it we can learn the details of traditional gastronomy Documenting the ancestral knowledge that exists in the Mayan language represents an important legacy for future generations Thanks to the transmission of this knowledge I am Roger Israel Kuyoc Tuz. I was born in the city of Tizimín, Yucatán, Mexico and I grew up in the community of Dzonot Carretero belonging to the municipality of Tizimín a small place with more than half a century of existence where different customs and traditions are still alive The people who live in the community come from other municipalities such as: Mérida there are people from other states who come to work in agriculture and livestock My parents taught me to work in the cornfields and for several years I have participated in projects to promote the Yucatec Maya language I began speaking Maya with my parents when I was a baby It was very difficult for me to learn to speak Spanish I thought about leaving school because I didn't find any meaning in learning and it was also difficult for me to relate to my classmates When I started high school I had very low grades but I received a lot of support from my sisters and I began to read novels and comics to improve my communication Since I was a teenager, I have had a passion for gastronomy and especially Yucatec food. I learned the recipe for cochinita pibil from my time at traditional festivals My mother taught me how to prepare recado blanco [white seasoning] which is the culinary base of Yucatec cuisine I am also knowledgeable about traditional medicine My grandparents have taught me to respect the customs and traditions of Yucatan so my work has been to practice them and document them with the help of a camera because I consider them to be a great legacy and should be preserved for future generations I interview the elderly in the Mayan language to thoroughly understand each symbolic element I studied for a bachelor's degree in communication sciences in Valladolid, Yucatan because I am passionate about photography and literature I studied for a master's degree in education where I learned tools about emotional intelligence that now allow me to work as a university professor in the area of ​​language and communication With the digital tools that I learned during my academic training I have worked to document Mayan culture through audiovisual materials These materials are shared through social networks highlighting the importance of speaking the Mayan language in the community Workshop for video documentation with Mayan speakers I will explain the fundamentals of Mayan language writing so that they can decode the information that we will investigate in the community they will be able to learn more about the most used phrases and words in the area so that when explaining a topic about gastronomy The project seeks to create educational short films where children will be trained in tools such as script creation the main elements of filming and audiovisual editing processes I will use the Facebook and TikTok platforms to share the results of the workshops since it is important to continue making the Mayan language visible in digital spaces This project will be implemented in 2025 through the Mayan Language Digital Activism Program of Rising Voices that provides support to community projects to strengthen I hope that more young people will be inspired and have the tools to carry out projects that promote Indigenous languages ​​in digital media My determination has helped me become a digital activist for the Mayan language by documenting and rescuing the knowledge that my language contains through photography My dream is that future generations will respect and strengthen Mayan culture The Bridge features personal essays, commentary, and creative non-fiction that illuminate differences in perception between local and international coverage of news events, from the unique perspective of members of the Global Voices community. 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For more information please read our Fundraising Ethics Policy Special thanks to our many sponsors and funders It doesn’t matter which month you come to visit there will most likely be a festival somewhere Did you know that many of the festivals have religious origins?  They are known as the “Patron Saint Festivals I encourage you to read about them and check out what is going to be happening while you are here—or maybe even plan another visit to make sure you catch them Every January, the city sets out to celebrate the founding of Mérida—January 6 During Mérida Fest you will find many dance performances a march between Santa Lucía Park and Plaza Grande This takes place on January 5 in the evening and ends at midnight with the Mañanitas: the traditional Mexican birthday song www.merida.gob.mx/meridafest     and lots of color await you every year during the Carnaval de Mérida The date changes yearly and is based on Easter Sunday.  More info: www.merida.gob.mx/carnaval      Activities during the festival include traditional Yucatecan dances This is a festival where it is customary to make a garment for the image of Christ and lay down at its feet.  FB: Fiesta Tradicional De Chumayel     You will not believe everything that you are going to see made from our beloved Queso de Bola, or Edam Cheese. This festival highlights street food, traditional dishes, and inventions made from this popular ingredient. It has been held at the Motul main square, but also at different locations in Mérida This is a delicious event with plenty of offerings so it’s a good idea to keep up with them on Facebook FB: Festival Nacional del Queso de Bola-Yucatán This festival is oh-so-perfectly refreshing for breaking up the tropical heat in the summer Besides offering ice cream and popsicles you will also find frappés the dates and location may vary; we’ll keep you posted FB: Festival del Helado en Yucatán     From July 14 to August 4 the town of Halachó is in festival mode and the local fair are all festivities you shouldn’t miss.   FB: H. Ayuntamiento Halachó 2021-2024     Honoring Santo Domingo de Guzmán the first two weeks of August FB: H. Ayuntamiento San Felipe Yucatán 2021-2024     The Dzityá artisans get together every summer (late July/early August) and offer the best of their products, which include stone, wood, textiles, and jewelry. Food and fair activities are also offered. Just minutes north of Merida This year the dates are from July 25 to August 3 www.merida.gob.mx/tunich     Welcome to the village of Tekit, the Capital of the Guayabera, where you will find the finest garments. The good news? This fair is held twice a year in August and December, and is only a 50-minute drive from Mérida The 2024 summer edition is from July 20th to August 4th.  FB: Feria de la Guayabera Tekit     October is when we honor our departed loved ones is a time when the local traditions and culture relating to death are lived by all You will see altars honoring departed loved ones www.merida.gob.mx/animas     and goods exhibitions attract thousands of people during the last three weeks of November to this fair www.feriayucatan.gob.mx      Stands, decorative figures, parade floats decorated with citric fruits,  plus cultural events, dances, and contests are all part of this mega agricultural fair. Can you imagine an enormous sculpture of the Pyramid from Chichén Itzá crafted out of oranges? You’ll find it in Oxkutzcab (known as the “orchard of the state”), located 1.5 hours from Mérida This 2024 it will be from December 7 to the 17th.  FB: H. Ayuntamiento Oxkutzcab     December 8 is when the yellow town of Izamal honors Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. The statue of this saint is housed in the San Antonio de Padua Convent. Festivities begin on November 29 and go on for two weeks. Visit Izamal and enjoy the pilgrimages and the serenade to the Virgin on December 7 in the evening FB: Feria Izamal 08 DIC     This religious celebration and fiesta is held from December 19-26 in the village of Espita Things begin in the church with the lowering of the saint from its niche on December 19 FB: Ayuntamiento de Espita     this festival begins when the Three Kings or Wise Men statues are lowered from their niches in the church an Alborada (march from a Ceiba tree to the bullfight ring) including lots of food stands and mechanical rides.  FB: Tizimín de Reyes  The worlds of Latino comedy and Mexican entertainment are in mourning following the tragic death of Herminio Guerrero May after a fatal motorcycle accident this week in Tizimín The beloved comedian and actor was renowned for his significant contributions to regional theater and his portrayal of Codzito Guerrero May was riding his motorcycle through the streets of Tizimín when he lost control but Guerrero May was declared dead at the scene The Secretaría de la Cultura y las Artes de Yucatán confirmed the tragic news in a heartfelt statement, expressing profound sorrow over the loss of a cherished cultural figure. "The Secretaría de la Cultura y las Artes del Gobierno del Estado de Yucatán deeply regrets the passing of Herminio Guerrero May and director of regional theater who brought to life the character of 'Codzito,'" the statement read Herminio Guerrero May was not only a comedian but also a pioneer in regional theater in Tizimín where he directed the Tumben K'iin theater group such as 'Tradiciones de Vida' and 'Muerte en Xcaret,' showcased his versatile talent and deep connection to Yucatán's cultural traditions Guerrero May's comedic performances were known for their clever parodies of local customs endearing him to audiences across Yucatán reflecting the everyday lives and quirks of the local people with humor and affection The cultural community in Yucatán and beyond is grappling with the sudden loss of a figure who brought laughter and insight through his performances and cultural institutions have taken to social media to express their condolences and share memories of Guerrero May's impact on their lives plans for memorial services and tributes are being discussed to honor the legacy of Herminio Guerrero May His contributions to Mexican comedy and regional theater will be remembered as pillars of his enduring legacy it is a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of the artists who shape and reflect our cultural identity Herminio Guerrero May's death leaves a void in the hearts of many but his work as Codzito will continue to bring joy and laughter for generations to come Yucatán was electrified by a visit from Queen Elizabeth II the sovereign arrived with her husband Prince Philip — who died in April 2021 — at the newly opened Mérida airport she was received by President Luis Echeverría and Gov Carlos Loret de Mola Mediz. They left their bags in a hotel in the Historic Center and headed for the ancient Mayan city of Uxmal amazed by the imposing pre-Hispanic buildings while the international and national press took pictures from a respectful distance She was invited to inaugurate Uxmal’s light-and-sound show in the archaeological zone Everything happened on the platform known as the Nunnery Quadrangle The sovereign was tasked with raising the switch to begin the audiovisual montage based on “The Land of the Pheasant and the Deer” by Antonio Mediz Bolio A gala dinner was held there in honor of guests from the world of politics An unexpected heavy downpour mobilized the presidential general staff whose members quickly ran with umbrellas to protect the president and the governor The guests and the journalists themselves sought shelter among the pre-Hispanic buildings so as not to get wet One of her assistants approached her to offer her an umbrella “We wondered if she likes to get wet or is it because the English are used to rain who was worshiped by the inhabitants of Uxmal in pre-Hispanic times The queen and the prince apparently passed the deity’s test and the act continued according to an account from Diario de Yucatán the area’s dominant news source at the time The dinner menu included lobster salad in its shell and marinated pheasant and quail The dessert was soursop ice cream with meringues which at the time would normally require driving four hours on narrow Mexican authorities built the two-kilometer Cupul airstrip on the outskirts of town for the occasion Today the airstrip is abandoned and guarded by a military platoon to prevent drug planes from landing there she immediately went to inaugurate the local zoo she toured Tizimín in an open car to greet the residents who came out of their houses waving British and Mexican flags the orchestras performed jaranas and couples danced wearing the typical regional costume while the people shouted: “long live the queen!” But it was back at the zoo where Her Majesty was most visibly moved a group of 2,000 Maya girls and boys sang “God Save the Queen” and “Land of Hope and Glory,” in English “It is the best gift I have received from Yucatán,” she commented to the governor Lee Steele is the founding director of Mérida-based Roof Cat Media S de RL de CV and has published Yucatán Magazine and other titles since 2012 He was Hearst Connecticut’s Sunday Magazine creative director and worked in New York City for various magazine publishers A municipal meat market will be closed for 14 days starting Monday after health workers found 17 out of 35 workers there tested positive for COVID-19 The city-run Abastos de Merida Rastro Municipal has slaughtered and sold beef and pork on Merida’s west side since 1978 Environmentalists are expressing concern over plans to run tracks for the Mayan Train above caves and cenotes in Quintana Roo The first recorded instance of piñatas in colonial Mexico dates to 1586 during a Christmas celebration hosted by Agustin monks in what is today Nezahualcóyotl Mexican composer and Yucatecan singer Armando Manzanero is recovering satisfactorily after being hospitalized on Thursday with COVID-19 which is what the doctors were concerned about The bohemian cantina La Negrita celebrates its centennial year after a transition from unremarkable watering hole to vibrant and lively gathering place Yucatan — City Council on Thursday approved a proposal by Mayor Renán Barrera Concha to issue a 50 percent discount on the Property Acquisition Tax (ISAI) in May lawmakers also approved financial support for 34 cultural collaboration agreements Manuel Reyes Sánchez Ruiz opted to trade in beef for bird watching and bicycle tours Located a few kilometers before reaching Puerto del Cuyo, Rancho San Manuel has become a big attraction for nature lovers Guests from around the world spend the night in beautiful wooden cabins The ​​160 hectares / 395 acre ranch includes a jaguar habitat wired with a system of 30 trap cameras that help monitor the wild felines Don Manuel assumes the jaguar population there has just grown from eight to nine because in December a pregnant female appeared before one of the cameras guides hand out binoculars and give advice on bird-watching Their 25 kilometer / 15.5-mile hike passes through four different ecosystems: the low-lying prickly rainforest the treeless plain and the low deciduous forest which collects visitors from the El Cuyo dock arrives at the ranch aboard a trolley similar to a small train which in this case is dragged by a quad bike which will then make the journey along the trails There are two lookouts that afford a spectacular view of the lagoon home to Yucatan’s famous pink flamingos and 165 species of birds which flies here from South America to nest Yucatán has the country’s lowest homicide and kidnapping rates and sees fewer vehicle thefts and violent robberies The only thing we know about tonight’s “House Hunters International” is that it’s the franchise’s 10th foray in Merida Collective calls for protections on World Bee Day plea to save pollinators from extinction A group of watercolor painters will be painting together around Mérida for the next five days The CFE announced that it will invest US$4.5 billion to build new power plants in Yucatán and Baja California.  One power plant is planned for Mérida while the other is slated for Valladolid — though the exact locations of neither have been disclosed according to an official CFE press release The population of monarch butterflies wintering in central Mexico is up 144 percent over last year Archaeologists have discovered a large palace at Kulubá an ancient Mayan city set amid jungle in the eastern Yucatán municipality of Tizimín The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) said in a statement that the palace is situated to the east of the main plaza in the area of structures known as Group C Archaeologists and restoration specialists made the discovery while carrying out conservation work funded by the Yucatán government Archaeologist Alfredo Barrera Rubio said the structure is approximately 55 meters long Stone columns adorn a corridor in the upper part of the palace The palace was likely used by the elite of Kulubá adding that relics found in and near the structure suggest that it was occupied between the years 600 and 1050 BC The 450-year period concludes at the end of the terminal classic period when many Mayan cities were abandoned Barrera said that during the terminal classic period – 850 to 1050 BC – the city of Chichén Itzá extended its influence over smaller Mayan cities including Kulubá and the Chichén-like ceramic materials and obsidian [found at Kulubá] we can infer that it became an enclave [under the control] of Chichén Itzá,” he said Archaeologists are currently exploring four other structures in Group C – an altar two dilapidated residential buildings and a round structure believed to be an oven – while experts are carrying out restoration work on buildings in Groups A and B Residents of nearby communities and builders from the municipality of Oxkutzcab who have extensive experience in the restoration of archaeological sites are assisting the INAH team a co-coordinator of the restoration project said that certain parts of Kulubá are being reforested in order to protect structures from sunlight and wind Experts are also mapping the site and tests will be carried out to determine the sex age and other characteristics of several individuals whose remains were found in a Kulubá grave The site’s name is believed to come from the Mayan word K’ulu’ – a wild dog-like animal that inhabited the area Boasting some of the last swathes of jungle in Tizimín and inhabited by a range of native animals including spider monkeys Kulubá will open to the public in the medium term Restoration work began in 2018 to prepare the site for opening to the public Jade has been a journalist for more than 15 years She has lived in and reported on the Middle East Europe and the United States and has authored more than 30 Lonely Planet books She has edited sections for Time Out and Radio Times and has contributed to The Times either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content A man was attacked by a crocodile Wednesday while working a plot in the Dzonot Carretero community outside the city of Tizimin causing him to bleed profusely and be rushed to hospital The crocodile would only release its grip on the man's foot when it was attacked with a machete known as Santos "N," was taken to the Dzonot Carretero Health Center in a private car after the attack but due to the extent of his injuries he was immediately transferred to San Carlos de Tizimin hospital It's common to see crocodiles in the Yucatán region It's presumed that due to adverse weather conditions the crocodiles have come out of the surrounding marshy areas to the city Locals suspect the reptile went in search of food and lashed out when it felt threatened by human presence Crocodiles have also been spotted in other areas of Yucatán since storm Cristobal The Yucatán region is hugely popular among tourists many come to see its archaeological sites and Mayan ruins The state had more than 3.2 million visitors in 2019 Local authorities have asked people to be vigilant for crocodiles Sightings of crocodiles in Mexico have increased since the coronavirus pandemic has seen more crocodiles than usual in recent weeks due to the absence of tourists At El Palmar Beach, in the Pacific Coast beach resort of Ixtapa, a 6-year-old boy was attacked by a crocodile on July 14 when he and his sister were exploring an estuary The crocodile dragged the boy into the water by his head and held him below the surface for roughly 10 minutes the child was rushed to hospital after enduring a series of bites on the head Passers by and a hotel lifeguard threw stones at the crocodile in an attempt to get the creature to release the boy has reported an increase in the nation's river crocodile and swamp crocodile numbers since identification and species monitoring for the crocodile population has been in place the swamp crocodile population in Mexico was estimated at around 54,000 to 100,000 would like to cull the crocodile population Newsweek is committed to challenging conventional wisdom and finding connections in the search for common ground Newsletters in your inbox See all A boardwalk and pier will be built in the port of El Cuyo, Tizimin, as part of a government project to promote tourism at the Biosphere Reserve of Ria Lagartos The work will cost 18 million pesos and will be financed equally by the state and federal government The project stems from several meetings with federal and state tourism officials Officials hope El Cuyo will benefit from its proximity to Holbox The Federal Ministry of Tourism and the state government is also splitting a 12-million-peso tab on new exterior lighting for various colonial churches and the Calzada de Los Frailes El Cuyo is “the hidden treasure of the Yucatecan emerald coast,” writes Yucatan Today noting that this spot on the coast is where the turquoise blue Caribbean Sea mingles with the shallow waters of the Gulf of Mexico “El Cuyo is a small beach community where you will enjoy the tranquil ambiance of a port Everything about it invites you to relax and enjoy the beauty of the nature.” many of whom still make a living on fishing boats this village is nestled in the National Park of Ria Lagartos famous for its pink flamingos and sea turtles Three proponents of a park at La Plancha are walking away On the road to a “new normal,” Yucatan is stalled at a red light The federal “traffic light” system began Thursday a signal to states who can start letting businesses open again yellow or red signals will correspond to local coronavirus data Yucatan hasn’t yet reached a curve in… Greenpeace Mexico has openly questioned an environmental award accepted by a pork processing conglomerate in Yucatan The Yucatecan Entrepreneurship Foundation (Feyac) recognized Grupo Porcícola Mexicana — also known as Kekén — as a “socially responsible” company But Greenpeace denounced the company for being at odds with Mayan communities whose sacred lands gave way to their environmentally… already known for getting his seeing-eye dog accepted on buses and restaurants are collecting money for a cochlear implant to salvage his hearing The city honored a historic friendship by renaming a stretch of road Avenida República de Corea in the Altabrisa neighborhood When Ric Kokotovich and Alison Wattie expanded their Mérida home by buying the lot next door they took an opportunity to upgrade their workspaces.  And upgrade they did airy and bold — and immediately suggests… Yucatán — The beloved Yucatecan writer Ana Patricia Martínez Huchim died Friday morning the School of Literary Creation of the State Center of Fine Arts reported was just last week honored for her work at Mérida’s Municipal Book Fair A leading author and poet in Yucatec Mayan Martínez Huchim is especially known for her compilations of Mayan folk tales from her native Tizimín Her works were translated not only into Spanish but also into English and other languages She was a member of the National System of Art Creators of Mexico’s National Fund for Culture and Arts (FONCA) and held a degree in Anthropology from the Autonomous University of Yucatan (UADY) Among her works were the “Pocket Maya Dictionary” (2005 “U yóol xkaambal xíiw” (Contrayerba 2016) and “Tsimin tuunich jwáay mis yéetel aluxo’ob” (“The Jwáay Cat and the Aluxes”) Martínez Huchim was the recipient of the National Prize of Indigenous Literature Enedino Jiménez 2005 for her novel “U k’á jsajil u ts u ‘noj k’áax” / “Memories of the Heart of the Mountain,” and the Alfredo Barrera Vásquez Award in the UADY 2005 National University Literary Games Her efforts to preserve the Mayan oral tradition and to promote bilingualism made her worthy of other distinctions such as the Chíimpolal U Maaank’inal Prize Maaya T’aan at the 2013 Maternal Language Festival of the State of Yucatan and recognition for her participation was highlighted in the program “Women in Culture” in Tizimín A mass will be offered at noon today at the Funeraria Mérida a 50-acre parcel of land has been transformed from vacant rail yard to a modern playground Jorge has become an inspiration to scores of people in Mexico and abroad Several localities south of Chuburná Puerto will be less isolated with a new road project that began Monday David Ebersole and Todd Hughes — both accomplished writers and producers — followed a few friends and moved from Palm Springs to Mérida We caught up with them while they were at a rented beach house working on their respective projects What first attracted you to Mérida?  We have… Americans are not appropriating a Mexican celebration on May 5 A modernized road connecting Chuburná Puerto with remote Sierra Papacal and the science park was completed ahead of schedule and opened ceremoniously over the weekend Receive our weekly Newsletterand set tailored daily news alerts Product chosen to digitise manual planning processes and provide a unified version of the truth to reduce raw material inventories and costly manufacturing variances Knitted Outerwear, Sports/​Activewear Panam Group invests in Coats Digital’s FastReactPlan Digital transformation for leading sportswear manufacturer Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke this week will show a delegation from Germany "exciting developments" happening in the community A delegation from Evansville’s Sister City will visit to see local economic development and for educational and cultural exchanges The group of 18 German officials will include Lord Mayor Wolfgang Griesert several mayors (the equivalent of American city council members) business leaders and industry representatives The delegation was scheduled to arrive in Evansville on Monday night and leave Thursday Their schedule includes tours of the Civic Center as well as the mayor's office; Evansville Regional Airport Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Gardens and Bosse Field The group will also attend a luncheon hosted by the University of Southern Indiana “This is an opportunity to showcase our businesses and educational institutions while they experience a bit of Hoosier Hospitality," Winnecke said in a statement All Evansville mayors have visited Osnabrück a city of about 160,000 in northwestern Germany since the sister city relationship began in 1984 Winnecke took his first trip to Osnabrück in May 2013 His most recent trip to Germany was last year on a personal vacation and he plans to take another vacation there next year long-term partnership between two communities in two countries typically recognized after the highest elected or appointed official from both communities sign an agreement USI has a student exchange program with the University of Osnabrück and the University of Applied Sciences in Osnabrück Evansville's other two sister cities are: Tochigi City Just three miles north of Tizimín sits the tiny community of Kikil Though the town is very small, it makes for a worthwhile stop on the way to El Cuyo, the ruins of Kulubá, or Las Coloradas and the ruins of an impressive 16th-century convent built by the Franciscan order.   The former convent of San Francisco was founded back in 1576 and its massive church dedicated to San Roman soon followed in 1584 The convent and church remained in use until the mid-19th century when the Caste War  (1847–1901)  saw it destroyed and occupied by native Maya people The Caste War was a revolt of the native Maya of the Yucatán Peninsula against the dominant socio-political class made up of Europeans.  The convent complex has been out of use for close to two centuries now but remains extremely impressive even though its ceiling collapsed long ago.  The impressive ruins of the church of San Roman feature a large nave measuring 37 feet wide while the ruins are 85 feet tall and 150 feet deep.  By the time the Europeans arrived at Kikil the area was controlled by a Maya chiefdom known as the Tases were forcibly converted to Catholicism.  Kikil is also known for its open-air cenote which is open to tourists and offers amenities such as showers The cenote is quite pleasant and has come a long way since I first visited roughly 15 years ago when it was full of garbage Kikil is also known to be the hometown of the renowned Caste War historian Apolinar García y García who was only 10 when violence broke out and was orphaned by the time he was 12 Much of what is known about the area during the 19th century survives thanks to his extensive writings though it’s possible to spend the night in nearby Tizimín if you want to get an early start and enjoy some great birding The restaurant at the cenote is quite good and one of your few options if you do not pack your own lunch but it’s always possible to find taco or torta stands lining the town’s main road.  The development of Mexico’s Patria COVID-19 vaccine has fallen several months behind schedule The first phase of clinical trials for the vaccine was scheduled to be complete by the end of May but this milestone is yet to be reached.  Nevertheless the director of Mexico’s council for science and technology which Mexico recently approved for emergency use is named for the satellite that won the space race against the United States Sputnik V — the V is not a Roman numeral five it’s short for vaccine — was tested in Mexico last December and found to be 91.6% effective in preventing people from… The new airport bathroom features images of Mexican pop culture namely the likenesses of famous luchadores including El Santo and Blue Deamon the Centenario and the Animaya, have four summer house guests and two sub-Saharan African antelopes are at the more modern Animaya zoo deputy director of General Services of the Directorate of Municipal Public Services will remain closed until further notice due to contamination It is fitting that the recital “The Essence of My Roots” is returning to where soprano Claudia Rodríguez was born MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – Archeologists have discovered a large palace likely used by the Mayan elite more than 1,000 years ago in the ancient city of Kuluba near the modern day tourist hot spot of Cancun in eastern Mexico The remains of the six-meter high building 55 meters (180 feet) long and 15 meters wide suggest the palace was inhabited for two long periods between 600-1050 A.D. the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) said in a statement The Mayan civilization reached its peak between 250 and 900 A.D. when it ruled large swaths of what is now southern Mexico The palace was discovered in the east of the Kuluba archaeological zone a key pre-Hispanic site in Mexico’s Yucatan state we’ve barely began uncovering one of the most voluminous structures on the site,” archeologist Alfredo Barrera said in a video shared by INAH Kuluba had important ties with the Maya cities of Ek’ Balam and more crucially falling under its influence and becoming part of its network of trade and territory Mexican experts are exploring four other structures in the area known as “Group C” in Kuluba’s central square remnants of two residential buildings and a round structure believed to be an oven Conservationists are exploring reforesting parts of Kuluba to protect the historical site from wind and sun damage The site should be opened to the public in the medium term Powered by PageSuite