Destination: Valladolid, Mexico
The "Eastern Mayan Pearl" of Valladolid offers a mix of the Mayan ancient civilization with Colonial features. This Mexican "Magical Town" takes you back in time through its well-preserved cobbled streets, its picturesque-buildings, astonishing architectural elements, and authentic culture. Take a trip to Valladolid while cruising the Caribbean and experience this Yucatan Peninsula gem.
There are plenty of historic sites to visit, parks, museums and natural attractions that the list may seem overwhelming. Not to mention, gastronomy in town is a true must; try some real Mayan cuisine, you'll absolutely love it. Take a couple of days to really get to know the hidden jewels Valladolid has to offer.
There are plenty of historic sites to visit, parks, museums and natural attractions that the list may seem overwhelming. Not to mention, gastronomy in town is a true must; try some real Mayan cuisine, you'll absolutely love it. Take a couple of days to really get to know the hidden jewels Valladolid has to offer.
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Things to do in Valladolid
HISTORY AND CULTURE
San Servacio Church is one of the most popular chapels in Valladolid, Yucatan. It overviews the Plaza Central and its architectural structure is truly amazing. Another key spot to visit when exploring Valladolid is the Convento de San Bernardino de Sienna, which consists in a chapel, buildings, and the Guerra de Las Castas Museum. Every night at 9pm, the Lights and Sound show reflects upon the walls of the convent and displays a narrative of the story of Valladolid.
NATURE AND PARKS
If you really want to get to know Valladolid, take a stroll by its iconic cobbled streets and get a feel of what the Valladolid lifestyle is like. Walk through the Calzada de Los Frailes, which connected the Spanish Valladolid and the Mayan Valladolid. Don't forget to stop by the Plaza Central de Valladolid, a true gem in the city center. Get a traditional "Marquesita" (sweet local snack) or a crepe and enjoy it while walking by the plaza.
ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES
Valladolid is close to several world-known archaeological sites. Ek Balam, Chichen-Itza, and Cobá are just a few to mention. Coba are home to the famous Ancient Pyramid and the "Poc-ta-poc" (a game played in the ancient Mayan Civilization). While Chichen-Itza is home to the pyramid with the same name that classifies among UNESCO World's Seven Wonders.
WATER ACTIVITIES
The land that locks Valladolid isn't an impediment for some adventurous water activities. The city is come to several "cenotes" (underground water caves), that invite tourists to explore the natural wonders in the Yucatan Peninsula. Just to mention a few, the Cenote Zaci, the Cenote Suytun and Samula (next to each other) are some of the most popular.
San Servacio Church is one of the most popular chapels in Valladolid, Yucatan. It overviews the Plaza Central and its architectural structure is truly amazing. Another key spot to visit when exploring Valladolid is the Convento de San Bernardino de Sienna, which consists in a chapel, buildings, and the Guerra de Las Castas Museum. Every night at 9pm, the Lights and Sound show reflects upon the walls of the convent and displays a narrative of the story of Valladolid.
NATURE AND PARKS
If you really want to get to know Valladolid, take a stroll by its iconic cobbled streets and get a feel of what the Valladolid lifestyle is like. Walk through the Calzada de Los Frailes, which connected the Spanish Valladolid and the Mayan Valladolid. Don't forget to stop by the Plaza Central de Valladolid, a true gem in the city center. Get a traditional "Marquesita" (sweet local snack) or a crepe and enjoy it while walking by the plaza.
ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES
Valladolid is close to several world-known archaeological sites. Ek Balam, Chichen-Itza, and Cobá are just a few to mention. Coba are home to the famous Ancient Pyramid and the "Poc-ta-poc" (a game played in the ancient Mayan Civilization). While Chichen-Itza is home to the pyramid with the same name that classifies among UNESCO World's Seven Wonders.
WATER ACTIVITIES
The land that locks Valladolid isn't an impediment for some adventurous water activities. The city is come to several "cenotes" (underground water caves), that invite tourists to explore the natural wonders in the Yucatan Peninsula. Just to mention a few, the Cenote Zaci, the Cenote Suytun and Samula (next to each other) are some of the most popular.
Get to Know Valladolid
This Magical Town is located just a short drive away from Merida and Cancun, within the state of Yucatan. It is home to numerous iconic cathedrals from the Colonial times, several underwater caves or "Cenotes," and traditional life from the Yucatan Peninsula.
Valladolid was found in 1543 by a Spanish Conquistador; it was named after Spain's capital back then. The town used to be further by the coast, but the Spanish decided to move it further inland and built over what formerly was the Mayan town of "Zaci." Ever since, the shock of Spanish and Mayan cultures has influenced the history of this beautiful city. Valladolid was a main battling city during the Guerra de Las Castas (Castas War).
Valladolid was found in 1543 by a Spanish Conquistador; it was named after Spain's capital back then. The town used to be further by the coast, but the Spanish decided to move it further inland and built over what formerly was the Mayan town of "Zaci." Ever since, the shock of Spanish and Mayan cultures has influenced the history of this beautiful city. Valladolid was a main battling city during the Guerra de Las Castas (Castas War).