Ontdek het mooie van Yucatán & Chiapas

About the destination: Cancun is a city located on the southeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is a major world-renowned tourist destination, as well as being the seat of the municipality of Benito Juárez. The city is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the easternmost points in Mexico. Cancún is located just north of Mexico's Caribbean coast resort band known as the Riviera Maya. Cancun, located in the Yucatan region of Mexico, has many great attractions. Start with the white sand beaches of Cancun City. In the jungles of Yucatan lies one of the largest and best preserved archaeological sites in Mexico, Chichen Itza. The world famous Mayan ruins with thousands of years of history are one of the most visited sites in the world. Cancun is surrounded by spectacular scenery. Isla Mujeres, a small gorgeous island close to Cancun, is simply spectacular. The magical underwater natural pools known as Cenotes are a big draw around the Cancun area. Many have rocky edge formations above them. Outside of Cancun we find Tulum, a unique site where you can go for a swim in turquoise waters and visit the famous ruins of Mayan civilizationCancun has lots to offer. With its mix of tropical beaches, ancient ruins and modern resorts, this area is simply the perfect vacation destination for everyone. Modern Cancun offers wonderful white sand beaches and turquoise sea, great restaurants, lively clubs and activities of every type imaginable.

About the destination: Valladolid is a small city in the state of Yucatán. Valladolid is an old city full of colonial buildings that stands out and is characterized by the richness of the Spanish legacy, which is expressed in the temples and old neighborhoods, where the old houses painted with bright colors highlight those features that characterize the city. Some of the main tourist attractions in Valladolid are the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena, the Municipal Palace and the Museum of San Roque.

About the destination: Mérida is the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan. Mérida is a fascinating and festive city with a very distinct Spanish colonial influence. Mérida is a very atmospheric town, especially on weekends when the central streets are closed off and there is music and dancing in the main square. The whole city seems to move downtown to celebrate. It is also a good base to explore the Yucatan Peninsula. From Mérida you can visit Mayan ruins and museums, haciendas, cenotes, and a great variety of Catholic churches.Mérida was founded by Spanish conquistadors in 1542. They conquered the existing Mayan town, dismantled the pyramids and used the stones to build the Cathedral of San Idelfonso. The site of one pyramid is now Mérida's main town square. This town square or Plaza is now ringed by this cathedral as well as the town hall, the governor's palace and the Casa de Montejo, the former home of the conqueror of Yucatan. Stroll down Paseo Montejo to admire restored Spanish and French colonial mansions.Mérida is an interesting mix of amazing culture and history, tasty food, endless cultural activities and exciting attractions. Mérida is the cultural capital of the Yucatan and its beating urban heart.

About the destination: Campeche is one of 31 States that, together with the Federal District, conform the 32 federal entities of Mexico. It is one of three entities that make up the Yucatan peninsula, is in a position of transition between the Guatemalan Peten rain forest and deciduous in the north end of the Yucatan peninsula. The State capital is San Francisco de Campeche. The region has a based on the well-known tourism as Sun and beach tourism, although the great legacy of pre-Hispanic culture makes the place even more charm.

About the destination: Villahermosa, the lively capital of the state of Tabasco, is often called the “Emerald of the Southeast” for its lush greenery and tropical atmosphere. This riverside city, crisscrossed by lagoons and framed by dense vegetation, makes a great base for exploring both urban culture and surrounding natural attractions. The humid climate is part of the experience: expect warm temperatures, sudden rain showers, and intensely green landscapes year-round. One of the city’s highlights is La Venta Museum-Park, a unique combination of open-air museum and jungle park. Here you’ll find colossal Olmec heads and ancient stone sculptures scattered among towering trees and wandering coatis. It’s one of the best places in Mexico to get a close look at the mysterious Olmec civilization, all while enjoying shady paths and the sounds of tropical birds. Villahermosa’s historic center blends colonial and modern architecture, with plazas, churches, and colorful streets that come alive in the evenings. The Malecón along the Grijalva River is ideal for a stroll, especially at sunset, when locals gather, food vendors set up, and the city cools down a bit. Nearby, cultural spaces and galleries host exhibitions and performances that showcase Tabasco’s rich traditions. For food lovers, Villahermosa is a gateway to the intense flavors of Tabasco’s cuisine. Don’t miss dishes like pejelagarto (a local freshwater fish), tamales de chipilín, and hearty stews accompanied by handmade tortillas and cacao-based drinks. From simple market stalls to more refined restaurants, you’ll find plenty of chances to sample regional specialties before heading deeper into the jungles, rivers, and archaeological sites that surround the city.

About the destination: Palenque is in Chiapas and is a city famous for the ruins of a Mayan city dating from about 600 to 800 CE and became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987. Its numerous inscribed stone slabs, intricate basrelief sculptures, inlaid masks and other remarkable adornments give Palenque an air of enchantment and sanctity. The 75-foot-high Temple of the Inscriptions contains one of the only crypts found inside a pyramid in Mexico. On excavation, the Tomb of Pakal, a Mayan ruler of the 7th century, revealed an array of jewels, masks, jade ornaments, wall carvings and other exquisite artefacts.

About the destination: Bacalar is the largest city of Bacalar municipality in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. The main attraction of the city is the Laguna, on whose banks is a spa where you can swim, also offers palapas to eat, boating on the lagoon and other services. The Museum of the Caste War located in the old fort of San Felipe shows weapons and objects of the founders of Bacalar and the struggle between them and the Mayan groups and pirates attack suffered by the city. Another of the main attractions of the city is the Blue Cenote, famous for the transparency of its waters, which monitor perfectly from the surface to a depth of over 30 meters.

About the destination: Tulum is the largest community in the municipality of Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is located on the Caribbean coast of the state, near the site of the archaeological ruins of Tulum. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS •Tulum archaeological site •Muyil archaeological site •Cenotes •Sian Ka'an Biosphere. The reserve features acres upon acres of pristine mangrove swamp and wetlands. •Coba ruins. They feature "el castillo" the tallest of the Mayan ruins that juts up above the treetops in the jungle. You can still climb el castillo in Coba and the sight from the top is spectacular. •Tulum Ruins. It is the biggest ancient building that is standing on the Riviera Maya shore.

About the destination: Playa del Carmen was originally a small fishing village south of Cancun, but in the last years it has transformed into a bustling tourist resort. It is one of the most colorful and diverse towns on the Mayan Riviera. Playa del Carmen offers balmy tropical breezes, world class food, good night life, amazing ruins, endless beaches, incredible snorkeling, wonderful parks, friendly people and so much more. And it is as mellow or as wild as you'd like it to be. Playa del Carmen is a great base for exploring all of the interesting places on the Mayan Riviera and the Yucatan peninsula. The island Cozumel, which offers some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving in the world, it's just a short boat ride away. The site of Chichén Itzá is 3 hours away, but it's definitely worth the trip! Although touristy Playa del Carmen is captivating and picturesque, full of small and charming Mexican shops and restaurants. This little city has so much to offer if you want it.

About the destination: Cancun is a city located on the southeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It is a major world-renowned tourist destination, as well as being the seat of the municipality of Benito Juárez. The city is located on the Caribbean Sea, and is one of the easternmost points in Mexico. Cancún is located just north of Mexico's Caribbean coast resort band known as the Riviera Maya. Cancun, located in the Yucatan region of Mexico, has many great attractions. Start with the white sand beaches of Cancun City. In the jungles of Yucatan lies one of the largest and best preserved archaeological sites in Mexico, Chichen Itza. The world famous Mayan ruins with thousands of years of history are one of the most visited sites in the world. Cancun is surrounded by spectacular scenery. Isla Mujeres, a small gorgeous island close to Cancun, is simply spectacular. The magical underwater natural pools known as Cenotes are a big draw around the Cancun area. Many have rocky edge formations above them. Outside of Cancun we find Tulum, a unique site where you can go for a swim in turquoise waters and visit the famous ruins of Mayan civilizationCancun has lots to offer. With its mix of tropical beaches, ancient ruins and modern resorts, this area is simply the perfect vacation destination for everyone. Modern Cancun offers wonderful white sand beaches and turquoise sea, great restaurants, lively clubs and activities of every type imaginable.