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Founded in the year 1542, Merida was under Spanish colonial rule and the villages and edifices in and around Merida stand as brilliant showcases of Spanish colonial rule. The present city of Merida has developed on the sites of the Maya city which still retains the ruins of the colonial rule. Archaeological Tours in Merida will take you to these historical sites. Archaeological Tours in Merida will also provide you glimpses of History of Merida.
Archaeological Tours in Merida will take you to places like Chichen Itza which is a well known archaeological site. You will get a picture of Mayan customs and beliefs when you visit the Ixchel (e-shell) regarded as the Mayan goddess of fertility by the Yucantan people. You will be steeped in the peaceful ambiance of the old colonial empire when you visit the Flamingo Lakes Golf Resort. The place is well known for the fine golf courses.
There are other smaller archaeological sites in Yucatan of which Uxmal is an important one apart from the Chichen Itza. At Uxmal you will find some of the masterpieces of architecture belonging to colonial rule in Merida. You will encounter innumerable buildings which speak of the architectural grandeur of the Spanish colonial rule. Yucatan Real Estate comprises old houses which also include beach houses to the haciendas in the forests which are glorious examples of old Colonial architecture. The privately owned park which is located southwest of Merida near Hunucma is also a famous eco-archaeological site. Archaeological Tours in Merida will really take you back to the ancient colonial empire.
Archaeological Tours in Merida to its northern parts will take you to visit port of Progreso, San Antonio Cucul, a hacienda belonging to XVII Century and Dzibichaltun which is a Mayan ceremonial center. Pay a visit to the most famous of the Maya museums like The Museo del Pueblo Maya.
You can enjoy Archaeological Tours in Merida by horse drawn carriage or go for Convent Trail to explore these historical sites. It is a nice experience to drive on the horse back on the roads laid with cobble stone.
There are innumerable hotels and travel agencies in Merida who offer you different packages of Archaeological Tours in Merida. These packages include everything starting from your food and transportation. Choose the best package and set out to explore the city.
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