There are many unknown towns in Yucataneach one with surprising attractions that will make you want to discover them on your next trip.
Surely you have already heard about Izamal, Valladolid and Peanut, but the center of the state is full of charming towns that you may not have heard of. Meet them!
ticul
Walking through the center of Ticul is getting in touch with the essence of Yucatan. The Church of Saint Anthony of Padua it dominates the view of the Parque de las Armas, with its striking clay-colored façade. The weathered appearance of the enclosure and its architecture with two false towers and an elongated vault have all the hallmarks of the temples of the region.
In addition, walking through the park you will find stone sculptures with Mayan figures, characters and motifs. Kibe vendors abound, with their typical transparent boxes where they keep the Lebanese snack that has been absorbed by the Yucatecan culture.
muna
On the way to uxmal, Muna is a natural stopover for the traveler coming from or heading to the ruins. Its salmon-colored church adorns the center of town, with a vast park integrated with a market where in the afternoon the aroma of marquesitas is perceived.
Going up the hill on the way to Uxmal there is an ecotourism complex known as the Muna viewpoint. There you can walk trails, enjoy a temazcal, buy handicrafts and musical instruments from the region, and admire the view of the jungle from one of the highest points in Yucatan.
maxcanu
The modest and peaceful town of Maxcanú hides more than one surprise in its surroundings. When you are in front of Temple of Our Lady of Mount Carmelif you have visited the previous destinations, you will begin to feel a deja vu due to the similarity of the color, the facade and the structure.
Just five kilometers to the east is the Oxkintok archaeological zonea settlement known as the oldest mayan city Of the peninsula. A fascinating feature of this ceremonial center is that it has a tza tun tzat (place to get lost or lost)a kind of labyrinth to which the Mayans gave a supernatural meaning.
South of Maxcanú is also the peculiar former Hacienda Santa María Eduviges Chan Chocholá. The ruins of what was once a small medieval style castle stand out in the green of the Yucatecan jungle. Without a doubt, one of the unknown towns in Yucatan that is most worth discovering.
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st. Helen
He town of santa helena It is located to the east of Uxmal and has its own version of the same church, although the one here is considerably smaller. The unmissable attraction is the mummy Museumwhere the remains of four minors are exhibited, partially mummified, who were found under the floor of the St. Matthew’s Church.
About 10 kilometers to the south is the Kabah archaeological zone, with the remains of an impressive Mayan city that was contemporary with Uxmal. The imposing structure known as Codz Pop it is completely covered with masks of the god Chaac carved in stone. A unique view!
Acanceh
Further north, 30 kilometers from Mérida, the town of Acanceh sits on the limits of the Ring of Cenotes State Geohydrological Reserve. In this place, different moments in the past of Yucatan coexist in the same space.
And it is that in the central square of Acanceh, facing each other, you will find a colonial church and a Mayan pyramid. The Church of Our Lady of the Nativity It differs from those of the other towns on the list, with a Franciscan style and a yellow-painted façade. Meanwhile, the pyramid is one of the few surviving buildings from an ancient Mayan city that was almost completely destroyed. also called Temple of the Masksis decorated with stucco masks on its façade.
If you pay attention, it is possible to find other vestiges of the ancient Mayan settlement in certain corners of the town, such as a stone with engravings of stylized birds, reptiles and apes.
Plan your getaway to any of these unknown towns in Yucatan!
Eknakan
Of all the little unknown towns of Yucatan that we mention in this list, Eknakán is possibly the least known of all. We recommend you make a stop in this tiny town, just to appreciate the beauty of one of the few gothic constructions in all of Yucatan. It’s about the St. Joseph’s Churchwith a thin façade reminiscent of the German Gothic style of the 18th century.
Take the opportunity to also visit the beautiful X’tojil cenotejust two kilometers south of downtown.
Homún, another of the unknown towns in Yucatán that you have to visit
Our tour ends in homun, land of cenotes. Although this little town is known for the beauty of the cenotes that surround it, it also has a peaceful park and a church with the typical characteristics of the region, although with the peculiarity of having three white towers on the upper part of its façade.
On the outskirts of Homún is Hameki Glamping, a place in the heart of the Yucatecan jungle that is perfect for reconnecting with nature. Hameki tents are fresh and spacious, with beds, furniture, air conditioning and everything you need for a comfortable stay. In addition, there is a private cenote that you can reach by pedaling a bike. At night, enjoy the sounds of nature and live experiences like group bonfires and romantic dinners.
If you are looking for a place to base yourself to discover all these little unknown towns, Hameki is the ideal place to do it.