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CULTURAL CENTER IZAMAL

OVERVIEW

«Izamal, known as the «City of Three Cultures», is a charming colonial town located in the state of Yucatán, Mexico. Renowned for its distinctive, yellow-painted buildings, it combines influences from Maya, colonial Spanish, and contemporary Mexican culture.

This «»Pueblo Mágico»» is home to important historical sites, including the ancient Mayan pyramids, such as Kinich Kakmó, and the impressive Convent of San Antonio de Padua, built in the 16th century atop a former Mayan temple. Izamal’s cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and vibrant artisan culture makes it a captivating destination rich in history, spirituality, and tradition.

Museum Tour – This tour is the perfect opportunity to discover a selection of handcrafted pieces curated by Fomento Cultural Banamex. This collection brings together the Grand Masters of Mexican Folk Art through the Popular Art Support Program. At the end of the tour, artisans Gabriel Rajón and Lorenzo Yam share with visitors part of their knowledge and history, showcasing techniques they have been working with for over 20 years: wood carving and papier-mâché, respectively.

Shop Taller Maya Tour – During your visit to the Taller Maya store, you can explore and choose from 14 different artisanal techniques of the region, reflected in authentic and innovative handcrafted pieces. Each piece highlights the work, detail, and collaboration between Mexican designers and artisans from the Yucatán Peninsula.»

TIME OF DAY                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Monday to Sunday

DURATION                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Approximately 45 minutes

PRICE                                                                                                                                                                                          entrance fee Museum $25 MXN per person (taxes included)

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Hacienda Santa Rosa


Hacienda Uayamón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón


Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda San Jose

Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón

Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Uayamón


Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Uayamón

Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Uayamón


Hacienda Temozón


Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Uayamón

Hacienda Santa Rosa


Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Uayamón


Hacienda Puerta Campeche
Hacienda San Jose
Hacienda Santa Rosa
Hacienda Temozón
Hacienda Uayamón

CULTURAL CENTER IZAMAL

PRICE LIST

FLAT RATE                                                                                                            $25 MXN per person                                                                                                                                          (Taxes Included)

                                                                                       Cost per adult and minors over 10 yeasrs old

Group                                                                                                                                        Min. 2 pax                                                                                                                                                   Max. 20 pax

Baktún Pueblo Maya

We promote the conservation of Mayan biocultural heritage in the Yucatán Peninsula through projects that celebrate and revitalize their cultural legacy. These initiatives contribute to the individual and collective well-being of their communities, strengthening social, economic, and environmental regeneration by recognizing and preserving their tangible and intangible wealth.

CATHERWOOD

Catherwood is the extraordinary starting point to open your eyes, mind—and perhaps even your spirit—to the Yucatan Peninsula and the artistic, natural, and cultural richness of the Mayan World. The experiences designed by Catherwood take you beyond the expected, offering cenotes, Mayan sites, and ruins, and opening new paths to discover the diversity of jewels and magical places of the Mayan Universe. Catherwood provides exclusive spaces to admire, feel, contemplate, enjoy, explore, and discover new ways of traveling. This unique combination of expert knowledge and the warmth and attention of our local hosts allows for visits and expeditions through history, nature, and living culture. You can enjoy exquisite stays in haciendas, villas, and private reserves that pamper guests with the comfort of home, with a presence, attention, and sensitivity to all the senses, including the culinary delights of Catherwood’s chefs and cooks.

At Catherwood, we offer private haciendas and villas located throughout the state of Yucatan, with the comforts of a luxury hotel near the best natural and cultural attractions of the region. The Haciendas are an opportunity to connect with Yucatan’s henequen past. Our properties range from haciendas nestled in the jungle to an isolated beach resembling paradise or a colonial villa in the stunning town of Izamal. Each Private Haciendas property has been chosen for its historical significance and meticulously restored, preserving its original charm while incorporating modern comforts and exquisite atmospheres. We provide the perfect setting for retreats, family gatherings, and any special occasion, whether for couples or small or large groups. The experience of a private hacienda can be complemented by Catherwood-designed experiences, offering a wide range of adventures and expeditions throughout the Mayan Peninsula. Explore archaeological sites, feel the art and nature, and experience the culture of the Mayans.

FUNDACIÓN HACIENDAS DEL MUNDO MAYA

The Fundación Haciendas del Mundo Maya is dedicated to generating socioeconomic development opportunities in the Yucatan Peninsula, with the active participation of the community inhabitants as protagonists of their own social welfare projects. It implements economic and social development projects framed within the Comprehensive Community Development Program, promotes the dissemination, promotion, and preservation of Mayan natural and cultural wealth, and establishes the foundation for creating micro-regional development hubs. This foundation drives strategies to strengthen the capacities and skills of the inhabitants of these communities, including the commercial platforms of Taller Maya and Traspatio Maya.

La Vaca Independiente

We are a social enterprise dedicated to driving the individual and collective evolution of organizations shaping Mexico’s future. Our purpose is to develop the talent and capabilities of leaders, teams, and networks to face change with greater adaptability, resilience, and awareness of ecological and social sustainability

Paralelo 19

Paralelo 19 is a company formed by a group of renowned Mexican entrepreneurs with extensive experience in the development, design, construction, and operation of major tourism projects, including hotels, golf courses, and various tourism-related properties in Mexico. We primarily focus on the Jalisco Coast and the Yucatan Peninsula. Our model has a clear vision that recognizes the importance of Mexican culture. We promote and preserve the biocultural heritage in the areas where we operate. Our goal is to be successful agents that drive comprehensive development and well-being for local communities, building a better future together for the new generations.

TALLER MAYA & TRASPATIO MAYA

Taller Maya is a collective Mexican design brand formed by a multidisciplinary creative team that collaborates with artisanal social enterprises established in the Yucatan Peninsula to promote the development of their communities. It was founded in 2002 in response to an initiative to recover traditional Mayan techniques through a training program led by the Fundación Haciendas del Mundo Maya (FHMM), which resulted in community self-management and business management projects. Traspatio Maya is a brand representing a network of rural producers established in the Yucatan Peninsula, dedicated to the sustainable production of salts, honeys, corn, and vegetables. It serves as a platform for accessing a fair-trade network, thanks to the various food procurement projects promoted by Fundación Haciendas del Mundo Maya (FHMM) that foster self-management and empowerment of the producers in this region. The artisanal food products available at Traspatio Maya have a triple impact on social, economic, and environmental levels, ensuring equitable labor and trade conditions and sustainable management that protects the natural and cultural resources of the peninsula.

Transformation Through Art and Education

We co-create communities of educators who transform education by fostering human capacities, commitment, and leadership among teachers, trainers, and educational leaders. Inspired by art, nature, and cultural heritage, we promote an education that connects the present with the future, applying knowledge to create new ways of relating to social and natural environments.