Chichen Itza 6 Tourism YUCATAN | 7 Location Yucatan Is Located in Southeastern Mexico, in the GEOGRAPHY Northern Part of the Yucatan Peninsula
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SALES CATALOGUE Y U C ATA N THE BEGINNING OF A NEW BAKTUN WELCOME TO YUCATaN The beginnings and origin of who we are today was born in the land of the Maya, the Mayab, with the ancient Maya civilization to which we belong and whose ancient heritage fills us with pride. Humanity in the 21st century searches to reconnect with ourselves, to become reconciled with nature and learn from their peers. We are on a quest to encounter ancient civilizations, new landscapes, new seas, new traditions, new experiences... In YUCATAN we offer the possibility of communion by virtue of our extraordinary heritage, where we have the opportunity to learn, preserve, share and enjoy the cultural, natural and tourist wealth that we possess. At the start of a new Baktun, or long-count cycle in the Maya calendar, we offer a myriad of options for recreation, leisure, knowledge, reflection, peace, health, adventure, andcoexistence throughout the length and width of the Yucatan... YUCATAN is land of origins: It is a land where everything begins anew. It is a prodigious land within the reach of travelers from the world over who seek to know and live among a culture that is more live than ever: The Maya Culture. We are heirs of this great wealth, which we should, want and wish to share with all of you and future generations. WELCOME TO YUCATAN Rolando Rodrigo Zapata Bello Governor of the State of Yucatan MAYAN MUSEUM OF MERIDA 2 Tourism YUCATAN | 3 CREDITS Rolando Zapata Bello Governor of the State of Yucatan Saul M. Ancona Salazar Secretary of Tourism Development Cultural and Tourist Services for the State of Yucatan Association of Hotels in Yucatan YUCATAN Association of Agencies Promoting Tourism in Yucatan The Land of Origins, the Land Where Tourism Business Council Yucatan Everything Begins Anew … Production of the Secretary of Tourism Development Yucatan is a land of origins because it was here was that the great Copyright MMXI Reproduction in whole or part Maya civilization settled, which carved in stone science and deep Free copy knowledge; because it was here that the Earth began a new cycle; Not for sale and because it is in the Yucatan that we forge ahead to explore the expanses of the Maya World… INAH-MEX Conaculta Views authorized by the National Institute of Anthropology and With magnificent archaeological sites; historical cities of the Colonial History Era; attractive natural destinations, such as natural sinkholes, known as cenotes, and caves; a vast cultural heritage expressed through our This work was printed in December music, dance and cuisine; and the great heritage of the traditions and 2012 customs of our Maya communities, Yucatan is a tourist destination 7,200 units printed by “Impresora y that offers visitors unique experiences. Editora Xalco S. A. de C. V.” www.grupocorme.com With differentiated tourism options, world-class services and with the generosity of our people, Yucatan begins the days of this new Baktun, the new cycle in the Maya calendar, by offering all travelers in the 21st century, not unlike we did to explorers of the 19th century, the unique possibility to marvel at the wealth we possess. We deeply appreciate your interest in Yucatan and we hope that with the material we put into your hands, we entice you to share, promote and package this great tourist destination in Mexico which is Yucatan. But above all we hope to enchant you to come to know and travel the paths of the land of the Maya, the Mayab. Saul Martin Ancona Salazar Secretary of Tourism Development EL GRAN JAGUAR, INSIDE THE CASTLE OF KUKULCAN 4 Tourism YUCATAN | 5 CONTENT 1. Basic aspects of State 9 2. Chronology 10 3. Product specialization 12 4. Archaeological Tourism 14 • Archaeological Tours 28 5. Nature Tourism 42 • Nature Tours 52 6. Cultural Tourism 66 • Stately Cities 68 • Tourist Towns - Traditional Festivals 78 • Crafts 86 • Gastronomy 88 • Cultural Tours 90 7. Unique Experiences 108 • Haciendas 110 • Golf 112 • Spas 113 • Meetings Tourism 114 • Tourism & Yacht Cruises 116 • Health Tourism 117 • Premium Yucatan 118 • Second Home Tourism 121 • Patronato Cultur 122 8. Touristic Routes 124 9. Mayan World 134 10. Travel Experts Directory 136 11. General Directory Of Yucatan Tourism 148 CHAC MOOL, CHICHEN ITZA 6 Tourism YUCATAN | 7 Location Yucatan is located in southeastern Mexico, in the GEOGRAPHY northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula. On the Yucatan north and west it is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico, southeast with the State of Quintana Roo, and OF YUCATAN southwest with the State of Campeche. The territory extends for 43,379 square kilometers, most of which is a limestone plain. The State is formed of 106 municipalities, with the largest and most important its capital of Merida. Climate There are basically two different climates: warm along the coastline, and warm subhumid with Divided highway summer rains in the rest of the state. The average Highway temperature is between 25 and 35 ° C., with slightly Las Coloradas cooler temperatures in winter. Federal highway GULF OF MEXICO Ecab Isla Contoy Railroad San Felipe Communications Río Lagartos Laguna Yalahan Archaeological sites Its geographical position makes Yucatan an El Cuyo open destination for the world, with fast, secure Puerto Santa Chiquilá Cenotes zone X’Cambó Telchac Clara connections by air, sea and land. Dzilam de Bravo Both Cancun and the Riviera Maya with their Caves Progreso Panabá 295 Colonia Isla Mujeres Puerto privileged position are the perfect gateway for Dzidzantún Yucatán Yucalpetén Puerto visitors to enter deep into the Mundo Maya: Yucatan. Chicxulub Dzemul Both the International Airport of Merida, Manuel Dzibilchaltún Sisal Temax YUCATÁN Tizimín Crescencio Rejon Airport and the International El Palmar Motul Cancún Airport of Chichen Itza located just a few minutes Conkal Tekal de Venegas Espita the archaeological site (considered World Heritage Hunucmá Tixkokob Mérida of Humanity), facilitate access to the state. Yucatan has various highways, including two Kinchil CARIBBEAN Umán Aké X-Can federal highways and a modern major toll road. Izamal Tunkás Ek Balam SEA Highway 180 which connects Merida to Cancun also Celestún Sotuta allows the quickest access to Colonial cities and Acanceh Dzitás 180 de Peón archaeological sites such as Izamal, Chichen Itza, Valladolid Playa del Carmen Valladolid, and others. Highway 261 from Merida Cuzamá Sotuta Pisté Chichimila to Uxmal and also facilitates connections between Mayapán Chemax different areas of the Mayab, such as archeological Oxkintok Chichén Itzá Tekom Cozumel Sacalum Yaxcabá sites and the Convent and Puuc routes. The commercial Port of Progreso on the Yucatan Muna Grutas de Yaxunáh Isla peninsula is a focal point as a tourism Ticul Maní Balankanché Mujeres Uxmal border and open to trade from the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. The modern port facilities as well Loltún Oxkutzcab Tulúm as the production and trading sectors of the region Tekax assure the import and export of goods between Peto Kabáh Labná North and South America, Caribbean islands, Europe Jaina Sayil Xlapak Calotmul and Africa. TOURIST ROUTES For more information see: Tzucacab Xcalumkin QUINTANA ROO Cenotes Magic Waters www.puertosyucatan.com Santa Rosa Center Biósfera Neighborhoods of Merida Tips for travelers de la Reserva Campeche Punta Puuc We recommend that you use comfortable light Sian Ka’an Allen Emerald Coast clothing in light colors, with comfortable, closed of the Convents shoes at archaeological sites, sandals for the beach CAMPECHE and Cenotes. Biodegradable sunscreen, hats or caps Polyuc of the Flamingos and bottles of water are also a good idea. of the Itzaes 8 Tourism YUCATAN | 9 BRIEF TIMELINE Yucatan 1441 1562 1997 2008 The Xiu of Uxmal attack and kill Fray Diego de Luciano Pavarotti Placido Domingo gives a the Cocomes of Mayapan. Landa burns the gives the “Voices in concert in Chichen Itza, the Mayan codices in Chichen Itza” concert “Concert of the Thousand 1517 “an act of faith” in Chichen Itza. Columns”. 200 - 600 in Mani. 1910 Spaniard Hernandez de Cordova Growth and reaches the Yucatan shore bringing with The first spark of the development of him smallpox, influenza and measles Mexican Revolution is Uxmal in the Early to Yucatan, illnesses that ultimately kill 1825 lit in Valladolid. Classic Period. thousands of Mesoamerica natives. The first 1244 1492 1528 Constitution 1993 2001 2010 of the 1857 The Itzaes abandon Christopher Spaniard Francisco de Commonwealth Pope John Paul II Izamal is Elton John Chichen Itza for Colombus Montejo begins the of Yucatan is Campeche visits Yucatan designated gives a concert unknown reasons. discovers the conquest of the northern signed on separates from (Merida and as a “Magical in Chichen New World. Maya, which lasts 20 April 6. Yucatan. Izamal). Town of Itza. years. Mexico.” 200-1500 1501-2000 2001-2012 1263 1511 1542 1902 1996 2007 2012 The Itzaes Spaniards Gonzalo Merida is founded President Porfirio begin building Guerrero and Jeronimo de over the Mayan city Diaz proclaims the Uxmal is The Castle of Valladolid is Mayapan. Aguilar are shipwrecked of Tho’ on January 6 separation from designated Chichen Itza is designated as a off the Yucatecan coast; by Spanish explorer Yucatan of the Cultural designated as “Magical Town of Guerrero marries a woman Francisco de Montejo new territory of Heritage of one of the Seven Mexico”. of a noble Maya family and y Leon “el Mozo”. Quintana Roo. Humanity by Wonders of the becomes the enemy of the UNESCO. Modern World. Maya Culture 750 - 1200 Spanish; Aguilar serves Festival 2012, TIME; as interpreter for Hernan Manifestations heirs Chichen Itza is Cortes. living in the state of founded. 1847 this tradition and the rich cultural heritage 1461 The first Mayan that our ancestors uprising begins, left us.