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The colonial city of Valladolid is located half way between Cancun and Merida. The quiet city has keep its traditional charm with cobblestone streets, markets, colonial houses and its famous cathedral. Discover the real Mexico at only 2 hours from Cancun, Valladolid is sure to be a wonderful memory. From cenotes to archaeological ruins, from typical culinary dishes to colonial architecture, Valladolid has it all. |
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History of Valladolid: Valladolid is an important part of the historic heritage of the Yucatan peninsula. Founded as a Mayan village named Zaci, it is believed that it was on the route to reach Chichen Itza from the city of Tulum and Cozumel. The Spanish conquistadors leaded by Francisco de Montejo arrived in 1543 in the area and start settling close to a nearby lagoon. Soon after, in mid 1545, they moved to the actual current location due to the heavy humidity and mosquitoes. Using the stones of the Mayan temple and monuments, the Spanish started building what will be the third largest city of the Yucatan peninsula until the early 1900's. The Maya revolted themselves various time during the occupation, most notably in 1546-1547. |
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Valladolid was also the birth place of the Yucatan casle war between the Mayan and the descendant of the conquistadors. The city was captured and sacked by the Maya in 1848/1849. |
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Valladolid is one of the most beautifully conserved colonial city of Mexico with several attractions. We highly recommend you to visit the famous San Bernadino convent, the San Roque Museum which explore the history of the city through the centuries, and the Government house located on the main plaza. You can admire several painting retracing the most famous events of Valladolid. Several Mayan ruins are located close to Valladolid such as Chichen Itza at less than 30 minutes, and the beautiful archaeological site of Ek Balam. The city is also famous for its 2 cenotes (sinkhole) Zaci and Dzitnup located within minutes of downtown.
Another attraction of Valladolid is its culinary reputation. You can enjoy traditional Mexican dishes and the city specialties such as longaniza and lomitos. A great place to enjoy typical food is along the central plaza where you will a market with several small eating place offering from tacos to traditional dishes. Also around there are several dozen of street vendors (mostly typically dress Mayan women) selling souvenirs. Valladolid is also well-known for its silver jewelry.
Important note to all our visitors: Please help us keep our children in school by NOT buying anything from them or tipping them. It can be hard and emotionally difficult but it is a necessary step to keep them in school.
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Valladolid
State of Yucatan
Time Zone: GMT -6 hours
Inhabitants: 25,000
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