MÉRIDA, Mexico — Until this winter, Mérida had just been a busy city I passed through on my way to the ancient Mayan ruins. Then, in mid-December, I made it my destination. I pretty much had to: I’d ...

If you’re considering a trip to Mexico and can’t seem to decide between Mexico City or Cancun, take a chance on the city of Mérida, hidden right in the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula. As the capital ...

The colony of Augusta Emerita, which became present-day Mérida in Estremadura, was founded in 25 B.C. at the end of the Spanish Campaign and was the capital of Lusitania. The well-preserved remains of ...

In this video, we spend a few days exploring Merida, a city often described as one of the safest in Mexico. From walkable streets and visible security cameras to friendly locals and peaceful cafés, ...

A journey to Mérida highlights the calm rhythm of life in one of Mexico’s most peaceful cities. Known for its welcoming locals and low cost of living, Mérida offers a blend of traditional charm and ...

For a Mexican city whose reputation tends to concentrate on its gilded age of the early 20 th century, some hundred years later, Mérida is experiencing a second coming. Between new hotels, restaurants ...

Pati explores the food-lovers city of Merida, the capital of Yucatan. With the help of local friends and chefs Pedro Evia and David Cetina, Pati gets an inside look at Merida, the capital of Yucatan.

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