Merida, Yucatan has a vibrant art and culture scene and we let you know about all the great art and cultural events in the city!
I ventured to Campeche with Taller Maya and Fundacion de Haciendas to meet the Guatemalan artisans who have established themselves in the communities of Laureles and Quetzales of Campeche. They are master artisans using waist looms and techniques they have brought from their native Guatemala. Carola, the founder of Fundacion de Haciendas, made an exciting […]
In July, Harvest Comedy Club opened its doors in the Itzimná neighborhood of Mérida, bringing something fresh to the city’s growing cultural scene. The club offers a diverse lineup of talented comedians almost every night of the week. While most shows are in Spanish, there’s a unique opportunity on Thursdays, when Ese Wey—a Comedy Central
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Merida’s burgeoning design scene is a world to explore. The talent in fashion, decor, interior, and exterior design is inspiring. The trend in Mexico in general is deeply rooted in the ancestral pre-Hispanic roots and contemporary innovative ways to interact with our surroundings. Mexico has become a real player on an international level, many eyes
The “Neomaya” architecture is an urban architectural creation that forms part of the cultural heritage and represents the Yucatán Peninsula and Mexico on an international level. After the Mexican Revolution, the country embarked on a mission to revive and celebrate its indigenous heritage. This cultural renaissance was expressed artistically through various Neo-Prehispanic styles, with Neo-Maya
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We ventured to the state of Campeche with Fundacion de Haciendas Taller Maya to meet 2 of the 43 Maya communities of artisans Taller Maya works with in the region. Campeche is just two hours from Merida and, as in Yucatan and all of Southern Mexico, there is a rich heritage and history of culture,
Guatemalan Refugee Artisans Launch New Fair Trade Design Line with Taller Maya Read More »
The “Night of Legends Tour” is a fun tour to go on if you have never done it, it is a must for visitors and those living here. It is a fusion of theater with tourism, combined with a historical focus, aiming to explore the most significant points that shaped the personality of the city
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Mérida offers a wide variety of options to inspire and enjoy talented artists who share a particular way of seeing society and the world in multiple galleries around the city. From bizarre to contemporary and modern art, you will find different forms of expression in these artistic spaces. Merida is coming up in the art
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Today I ventured out to meet some of the artisans in the town of Dzitya, Yucatan where for generations most townspeople are craftsmen and women working with wood, stone and making traditional taffy-like candy called “dulce de melcocha”. As I walked into the workshop and store front of Guillermo Pisté, he greeted me with a
Mexico is the land of spectacular food, deep culture, and extraordinary folkloric art. The handmade popular art is a vibrant tapestry of color and tradition that weaves stories of ancient civilizations and modern celebrations. To witness the process of worn hands creating meticulously and meditatively is truly an honor. It is also fascinating how in
Doña Soco’s Melcocha: A Sweet Legacy in the Traditional Food of Yucatán Read More »
June 10, 2024 Located in the heart of Mérida, Pasaje Picheta has a fascinating history that has seen it transform from a refuge for prisoners to a vibrant cultural hub. Today, it offers a vastly different appearance from its early days, now a beautifully remodeled space teeming with life and activity. The name Pasaje Picheta
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