The main square with the cathedral and colonial buildings.
Address: Plaza Grande, Centro, Mérida, Yucatán
Mérida was founded in 1542 by the Spanish on the site of the Maya city of T'hó, using stones from its pyramids. Its cathedral, completed in 1598, is one of the oldest in the Americas.
Known as the "White City", Mérida is famous for its safety, colonial architecture and Yucatecan food.
November to March.
Evening, when the plaza fills with families.
Mérida en Domingo festivities.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
For its white limestone buildings, among other stories.
In 1542.
It is considered one of Mexico's safest cities.
