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Recycling in Merida: Learn where the “Puntos Verdes” are in the City

March 13, 2024 In an inspiring stride towards sustainability, the city of Merida proudly presents the “Punto Verde” program, a cornerstone of the Zero Waste Strategy set forth by the Merida City Council. This initiative is a rallying call for the cultivation of a culture that champions waste separation, recycling, and responsible waste disposal, all […]

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Hip Hop and the Graffiti Art Scene Merida: Homage to the Yucatecan Mestizo

Written by Stephanie Carmon April 25, 2024 I have always been drawn to street art. It is rebellious in nature, true expression put out for all to see, with no regard to whether one wants to see it or not. It is a vulnerable and risky way to express one’s innermost thoughts, and many times

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MID CityBeat On the Art Scene: Must Visit Galleries in Merida

At MID CityBeat we continue our journey to find the best of Merida and Yucatan in general. This week we have visited some fabulous galleries that we believe are worth checking out.

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MID City Top Must See Museums in Merida & Progreso

Touring Yucatan is a trip to the very heart of the Mayan civilization where multiple stories will accompany you on a path of culture and learning that is thousands of years old. We went through thirty-one museums in the city, however, this is the list of our top seven. Each one has its own magic

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Beat the Heat: MID City Top Beach Clubs in Yucatan

March 26, 2024 It’s that time of year when things are really heating up and most of us are just waiting until we can head out to the beach! There are more beach clubs to choose from this year and below we give you some of our favorites! **Become a MID City Insider member for

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Urban Treasures & Antiques in the “Magical Neighborhoods” of San Sebastian and La Ermita

The “barrios magicos” of San Sebastian and La Ermita are some of Merida’s oldest neighborhoods and you feel the history in the air as you walk down the brick laden streets. The stories of love, passion, betrayal and the mundane in and outs of life permeate every wall and street corner that have seen generations

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Are we really safe in Yucatan?

Written by Stephanie Carmon Merida: designated capital de la cultura, ranked 4th in the Lonely Planet’s Top Cities of the World to travel described on LP website as a “dizzying array of live music, art shows and dance performances, and the booming culinary scene is hotter than a Habanero pepper.” It is the relocation destination of countless foreigners

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Círculo 47: Promoting Agricultural Sustainability in Merida’s Surrounding Communities

June 14th 2023 Circulo 47 is an initiative by the city of Merida to help stimulate the growth of the small farms around the city. There are a variety of micro farmers in the surrounding villages of Merida and this program encourages the local restaurants, stores and consumers to buy local and support the local

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Treat Your Mom to Shopping & Dining Out at Paseo 60

Mother’s Day is approaching in Mexico, celebrated every year on May 10th to honor all the mothers who hold a special place in everyone’s lives. If you’re looking for a unique plan to pamper your mom on her special day, we recommend visiting the Paseo 60. Here, you’ll find a wide range of options to

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Ideas on what to do for Children’s Week in Merida, Yucatan

Children’s Week is coming up in Mérida, which means a week full of fun and adventure for the little ones in the house. To honor and recognize the importance of children in society, it is celebrated on April 30th each year in Merida. The history of Children’s Day dates back to the early 20th century

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