Convento de San Antonio, Izamal

Convento de San Antonio, Izamal
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Convento de San Antonio, Izamal: Our most recommended tours and activities

Merida: Magical Izamal Tour

Merida: Magical Izamal Tour

We will move from Mérida to the city of Izamal, considered a colonial jewel, this city was founded by the Spanish in the mid-16th century on the ancient Mayan city. During the trip you will enjoy the fields planted with henequen, the green gold of Mexico. Arriving in Izamal you will perceive the fusion of pre-Hispanic, colonial and contemporary elements that characterize the yellow city, also known as "The City of Three Cultures". We will begin by visiting the Kinich Kakmó pyramid, the largest in surface area in the Yucatan Peninsula and the third in Mexico. If you dare, you can climb it to get the best view of the city. We will walk between the cobbled streets and colonial houses capturing the best photos, to reach a corner where we will rest and have a refreshing drink while we let our imagination run wild and delight ourselves with the magic of that place. On this tour we will also make a stop and visit the Cultural Center Museum, an old house from the 16th century, very famous among the inhabitants of Izamal and much visited by tourists. Here, artisan pieces divided into 5 categories are exhibited: clay, wood, metal, vegetable fibers, textiles, and several among which are listed seeds, skin, feathers, stone, paper, and more. You will have the opportunity to visit the Convent of San Antonio de Padua. This masterpiece of colonial architecture was built on the ruins of a Mayan shrine and has the second largest closed atrium in the world, after Saint Peter's Square in the Vatican. We will go through its picturesque alleys aboard a carriage, a colonial carriage pulled by a horse, while you discover the archaeological zone immersed among its yellow and white painted houses, a detail that gives authenticity and personality to this town. You cannot leave Izamal without first tasting the best of its gastronomy, therefore, we will take you to a magnificent culinary space of Yucatecan food where some ingredients from the colonial and contemporary times are integrated with traditional Mayan techniques, managing to transmit in each dish a culinary journey. We continue to our last stop, the workshop house of Don Esteban, named Grand Master of Mexican Folk Art by the Banamex Cultural Fund and who opens the doors of his house to show us how his hands transform cocoyol and dzibul seeds, and thorns of henequen into true pieces of art and fine jewelry. His creativity, the use of ancient Mayan techniques in combination with contemporary tools and fine materials such as silver thread, among many others, give way to the creation of pieces that you can only find in this part of the world. We will start our trip back to Mérida to end the tour.

Merida: Exploration of Valladolid and Izamal

Merida: Exploration of Valladolid and Izamal

Embark on a captivating 9-hour journey from Mérida, exploring the rich historical and cultural tapestry of Valladolid and Izamal. Begin your adventure with a visit to Uayma, a small town boasting an imposing church, the former convent of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. Marvel at its facade crafted from stones extracted from nearby archaeological sites, adorned with stars and rosettes in vibrant colors, showcasing a unique heritage of viceregal architecture. Continue your exploration to Valladolid, aptly named "The Pearl of the East." Founded in 1543, this city is a blend of Mayan tranquility, warm hospitality, and colonial architecture. Wander through the colonial facades along Calzada de los Frailes, leading to the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena. Explore the Sisal neighborhood, the Church of San Servacio, and the House of the Deer, capturing the essence of this charming city. The journey then takes you to Izamal, also known as "The City of Three Cultures" or "The Yellow City." Admire the golden yellow-painted houses, shops, and churches that give Izamal its distinctive charm. Visit the pyramid of Kinich Kakmó, the third-largest in Mexico, offering panoramic views of the city. Stroll through cobblestone streets, colonial houses, and make a stop at the Cultural Center Museum to delve into Izamal's rich history. Explore the Convent of San Antonio de Padua, a colonial masterpiece built on the ruins of a Mayan shrine, featuring the second-largest closed atrium in the world. No visit to Izamal is complete without savoring its gastronomy. Kinich Restaurant offers a culinary journey, integrating colonial and contemporary ingredients with traditional Mayan techniques. As the day concludes, board the private transportation for your return to Mérida, carrying with you the memories of a day filled with history, architecture, and the vibrant flavors of Yucatecan cuisine.

Convento de San Antonio, Izamal: Our most recommended tours and activities

Merida: Magical Izamal Tour

Merida: Magical Izamal Tour

We will move from Mérida to the city of Izamal, considered a colonial jewel, this city was founded by the Spanish in the mid-16th century on the ancient Mayan city. During the trip you will enjoy the fields planted with henequen, the green gold of Mexico. Arriving in Izamal you will perceive the fusion of pre-Hispanic, colonial and contemporary elements that characterize the yellow city, also known as "The City of Three Cultures". We will begin by visiting the Kinich Kakmó pyramid, the largest in surface area in the Yucatan Peninsula and the third in Mexico. If you dare, you can climb it to get the best view of the city. We will walk between the cobbled streets and colonial houses capturing the best photos, to reach a corner where we will rest and have a refreshing drink while we let our imagination run wild and delight ourselves with the magic of that place. On this tour we will also make a stop and visit the Cultural Center Museum, an old house from the 16th century, very famous among the inhabitants of Izamal and much visited by tourists. Here, artisan pieces divided into 5 categories are exhibited: clay, wood, metal, vegetable fibers, textiles, and several among which are listed seeds, skin, feathers, stone, paper, and more. You will have the opportunity to visit the Convent of San Antonio de Padua. This masterpiece of colonial architecture was built on the ruins of a Mayan shrine and has the second largest closed atrium in the world, after Saint Peter's Square in the Vatican. We will go through its picturesque alleys aboard a carriage, a colonial carriage pulled by a horse, while you discover the archaeological zone immersed among its yellow and white painted houses, a detail that gives authenticity and personality to this town. You cannot leave Izamal without first tasting the best of its gastronomy, therefore, we will take you to a magnificent culinary space of Yucatecan food where some ingredients from the colonial and contemporary times are integrated with traditional Mayan techniques, managing to transmit in each dish a culinary journey. We continue to our last stop, the workshop house of Don Esteban, named Grand Master of Mexican Folk Art by the Banamex Cultural Fund and who opens the doors of his house to show us how his hands transform cocoyol and dzibul seeds, and thorns of henequen into true pieces of art and fine jewelry. His creativity, the use of ancient Mayan techniques in combination with contemporary tools and fine materials such as silver thread, among many others, give way to the creation of pieces that you can only find in this part of the world. We will start our trip back to Mérida to end the tour.

Merida: Exploration of Valladolid and Izamal

Merida: Exploration of Valladolid and Izamal

Embark on a captivating 9-hour journey from Mérida, exploring the rich historical and cultural tapestry of Valladolid and Izamal. Begin your adventure with a visit to Uayma, a small town boasting an imposing church, the former convent of Santo Domingo de Guzmán. Marvel at its facade crafted from stones extracted from nearby archaeological sites, adorned with stars and rosettes in vibrant colors, showcasing a unique heritage of viceregal architecture. Continue your exploration to Valladolid, aptly named "The Pearl of the East." Founded in 1543, this city is a blend of Mayan tranquility, warm hospitality, and colonial architecture. Wander through the colonial facades along Calzada de los Frailes, leading to the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena. Explore the Sisal neighborhood, the Church of San Servacio, and the House of the Deer, capturing the essence of this charming city. The journey then takes you to Izamal, also known as "The City of Three Cultures" or "The Yellow City." Admire the golden yellow-painted houses, shops, and churches that give Izamal its distinctive charm. Visit the pyramid of Kinich Kakmó, the third-largest in Mexico, offering panoramic views of the city. Stroll through cobblestone streets, colonial houses, and make a stop at the Cultural Center Museum to delve into Izamal's rich history. Explore the Convent of San Antonio de Padua, a colonial masterpiece built on the ruins of a Mayan shrine, featuring the second-largest closed atrium in the world. No visit to Izamal is complete without savoring its gastronomy. Kinich Restaurant offers a culinary journey, integrating colonial and contemporary ingredients with traditional Mayan techniques. As the day concludes, board the private transportation for your return to Mérida, carrying with you the memories of a day filled with history, architecture, and the vibrant flavors of Yucatecan cuisine.

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