Native Trails MyTrails 2025 299 Yucatán 5 Visit of the port of Progreso Duration: 01:30 h · Level: Easy You visit Progreso, the most important port of the Federal State of Yucatán. Its official name is Progreso de Castro in reminiscence of Juan Miguel Castro, the most important supporter to promote the construction of the harbor. In 1895, a quay of about 2 km (1.3 mi.) was built for the export of sisal and fish; in the late 1930s, it was extended to a total length of 6.5 km (more than 4 mi.) and has thus become Mexico’s longest landing place. The expansion has enabled container and cruise ships to land here as well. The sights of the town include, besides the harbor, the San José parish church, the chapel of San Antonio Yaxactún, the lighthouse – and especially the beaches and restaurants with their selection of fruit de mer, which are also very popular with the local population. 6 Visit to the ruins of Dzibilchaltún Duration: 02:30 h · Level: Medium Explore the ruins of Dzibilchaltún – with more than 8,000 structures, this is one of the oldest and biggest sites of Maya culture. Many academics are of the opinion that the position of the city was chosen deliberately so that it was located as close as possible to the salt production facilities of the coast that is 22 km (13.5 mi.) away. The fresh water supply in the center of the site was guaranteed by the Xlakah cenotes – today you can take a refreshing swim here, right next to the pyramids. The “Temple of the Seven Dolls” is architecturally most interesting, and here you can see a special interaction of light and shadows both during the day and at night. 7 Visit of the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya in Mérida Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy The Gran Museo del Mundo Maya in Mérida acquaints its visitors with the roots and the identity of the Yucatec people. Immerse yourself in the history, changes and migration of the various ethnic groups on the Mexican peninsula. This state government project, which opened on 21 Dec. 2012, is intended to offer both locals and foreigners an access to the civilization of Yucatán as well as a space of exchange. There are six halls where you can marvel at permanent and temporary exhibitions with archaeological finds. The special architecture provides a first access to the civilization of Yucatán: The green, nest-like structure has been modeled after a kapok tree. 8 Visit of the museo Regional de Antropología de Yucatán Palacio Cantón Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy You visit the anthropological museum of Yucatán in the Palacio de Cantón – a historic private house of the early 20th century. The magnificent building impresses by its dimensions, but also boasts noble finishing materials – marble of various colors and splendid stucco work on the walls and ceilings. Over the years, many high-quality artifacts from archaeological excavations have found their places in the museum and – grouped thematically – provide an insight into Mayan life and religion. 9 Market visit in Mérida with tasting Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy Experience an extraordinary visit to the market. From Parque Santa Lucía, stroll through one of the colorful markets of the city: Santa Ana, San Benito, del Chem Bech, or Mercado de San Sebastián. Walking or by taxi, you go to one of the market halls, where you will learn all about Yucatec spices and ingredients from a local cuisine expert – whether chili habanero, chaya or the countless species of citrus fruits – but also about the Milpa Maya. Samples, of course, await you at every turn. 10 City tour in Mérida Duration: 02:30 h · Level: Easy Join us for a trip to the colonial capital of Yucatán – Mérida. Founded in 1542, Mérida is the economic and cultural capital of Yucatán up to the present day. The town impresses the visitor with colonial charm, narrow streets, and romantic horsedrawn carriages. The influence of Spain and France can be noticed all over the city. The ChampsElysées, for example, became a model for the Paseo de Montejo. On your tour, you will see the cathedral, the Palacio Municipal, and the Casa de Montejo, the house where the founder of the city was born.
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