MERIDA
Merida is known as the ‘White City of the Yucatan’. Founded in 1542, Merida is a true colonial gem abundant in Yucatecan culture and cuisine, rich history and great shopping. Merida is home to the oldest cathedral in all of the Americas. Horse drawn carriages or calesas are for hire to take passengers on guided tours of this beautiful city. Paseo Montejo is an elegant tree lined boulevard with gorgeous colonial buildings, outdoor cafes and shops. Merida is a colonial city, but at the same time a very cosmopolitan one. You will find movie theatres, universities, museums as well as such stores as Costco, Sam’s Club, Home Depot, Walmart and Sears. Each year Merida is home to one of the top 5 carnivals in the world. Merida is a safe and fun city to visit and explore.
