Merida, Mexico - a beautiful Colonial City

 

Darrell and Elaine enjoy an evening carriage ride through the old city of Merida

 

We had dinner at a wonderful restaurant - Pancho's.   They made fresh quacamole at the table.

 

The church tower

 

One of the old Colonial mansions that are still preserved

 

Monument to the Flag

 

Merida is the capital and largest city in Yucatan state and the cultural and financial capital of the region. It’s a modern, cosmopolitan city with museums, art galleries, restaurants, shops and boutiques. A major center of commerce, Merida Yucatan is considered the crossroads of the region and one of the most important places to experience the Mayan heritage.
Mérida was founded in 1542 by Francisco de Montejo “el Mozo” (the son), and built on the site of the ancient Maya city T’ho, meaning “city of five hills.” T’ho was the center of Mayan culture and activity in the Yucatan region. After the arrival of the Spanish, the ancient city’s five main pyramids were destroyed and their ruins used in the construction of Merida’s cathedral and other important buildings

 

Our Hotel - Hotel Caribe.  Very clean and most centrally located. 

 

http://www.hotelcaribe.com.mx/esp/index.php