The Yucatan Peninsula is culturally diverse and geographically varied. It has mountains in the southern Puuc region, large colonial cities, ancient jungles that guard Mayan ruins, caves and cenotes, wetlands teaming with exotic birds, and the white sand beaches and swaying palms of the Carribean Sea. To help make your visit memorable, here are some links for sights you may want to see. Tranquilo!

Turismo Merida - Be sure to experience Merida on the Internet, created by our city government in four languages.

Yucatan Living - Insiders and residents talk about what they see and do here and what they love about the Yucatan Peninsula.

Artists in Mexico - Art gallery in a beautiful renovated colonial near Parque Santa Ana and an art museum. Beautiful art for reasonable prices.

Hacienda Yaxcopoil - No visit to the Yucatan is complete without exploring this famous henequen hacienda, maintained in 19th century splendor.

Mayan History - This History Link 101 site offers comprehensive background information on the history and culture of the Mayan people.

Mayan Archaeology - Fascinating companion website to WGBH Boston´s Nova series about recent archeological efforts in the Yucatan and what has been learned.

Yucatan Trails - Our local travel agent, Denis Lafoy, can help with airline tickets, reservations, sightseeing and transportation.

Mexico Mike - Information about living, driving and out-of-the-way places in all of Mexico.