This is Valladolid
In the eastern Yucatan, where the emerald jungle merges with the turquoise sky, lies Valladolid, a colonial city that whispers tales of grandeur and hidden treasures. At an altitude of 30 meters above sea level, this city rises like an oasis of serenity, just 162 kilometers from the vibrant Merida and a stone's throw from Mayan wonders such as Chichen Itza and Ek Balam.
Valladolid invites you to immerse yourself in a journey through time. Stroll along its cobblestone streets, flanked by vibrantly colored houses that whisper legends of conquistadors and Mayan warriors. Be captivated by the imposing monastery of San Bernardino de Siena, a stone colossus that showcases Franciscan architectural mastery.
In the heart of the city, the Parque Principal offers you a haven of peace under the shade of its laurel trees. Listen to the harmonious song of birds while you delight in the local cuisine, an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the Mayan mystique.
Emblematic places
Cenotes "Ancestral and Natural Legacy".
Cenote Zací
In the heart of the city, there is a cenote that stands out for its beauty and is a symbol of eastern Yucatan. Visiting it is an exciting adventure, as its rocky forms are truly capricious and enclose an intriguing legend that adds even more mystery and magic to the place.
Cenote Saamal
Located in the majestic Hacienda Selva Maya, is one of the most dazzling open Cenotes in the world, a sanctuary of diverse flora and a waterfall that invites your senses to dance with nature at its best. Its access, a descent down sculpted stone steps that culminates in a wooden platform, is a prelude to the wonder that awaits.
Cenote Dzitnup
Discovered in 1950, this cenote dazzles with its unique beauty. Nicknamed "Cenote X-kekén" after an ancient legend, its access opens before us through stairs carved in rock. There, a majestic spectacle awaits us: stalactites and stalagmites frame an eye of turquoise water, a gift of nature.
Colonial Valladolid
St. Servatius Parish
Erected in 1545 and devastated in 1705 after the "Crime of the Mayors", this church was restored in 1706 with a new design to preserve its sacredness. It is called the "Punished Church" because of these events. Its sober, Franciscan-style architecture includes two square towers and houses the only public clock in the city.
La Candelaria Church
Erected in 1545, razed in 1705 by the "Crime of the Mayors", it was reborn in 1706 with a new design, protecting the sacredness of the sullied altar. The "Iglesia Castigada", of sober Franciscan architecture, houses two square towers and the only public clock in the city.
San Juan
Church
The "Iglesia del Refugio de Pecadores", in the neighborhood of San Juan, honors the Patron Saint of the place. Erected in 1780, it follows the pattern of the local temples, with atrium, temple, sacristy and additional buildings.
Ex Telar
The Dawn
Ex Telar La Aurora in Valladolid, Yucatán, is an emblematic building dating from the 19th century and was used as a textile factory. Its history reflects the importance of the textile industry in the region during that time. Currently, the building has been restored and reused to house various cultural and commercial activities, thus preserving its historical and architectural legacy.
The Causeway
of the Friars
Calzada de los Frailes in Valladolid, Yucatán, is a historic gem that transports you back to colonial times. Built by the Franciscans, this charming cobblestone street connects the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena with the city center. Today, it offers a unique experience for visitors, with its colorful colonial houses, handicraft stores and delicious restaurants.
Ex- Conven of
San Bernandino
de Siena
The Ex-Convent of San Bernardino de Siena in Valladolid, Yucatan, is a treasure of history dating back to the 16th century. This monumental work, erected by the Franciscans, shines with the colonial opulence of the region. Today, its majestic ruins invite travelers to immerse themselves in the past, with its imposing arches and captivating story, making it an essential destination for discovering Mexico's cultural and architectural richness.
Nights of heroic Valladolid
The show lasts 20 minutes and summarizes the most important events in Valladolid's history, including the era of the Maya peoples, the founding of Zaci as a warrior city, the conquest led by Francisco de Montejo in 1543, the evangelization by the Franciscans, and the construction of the former convent of San Bernardino de Siena. It also highlights the daily life, neighborhoods, markets, colonial buildings, gastronomy and culture of Valladolid.
Santa Ana Church
The structure suggests an origin in the XVI century, possibly destined possibly to the indigenous community, because the services, except the mass, were carried out in Mayan language. Formed by atrium, temple and sacristy, the temple, of masonry, presents a single nave of smooth walls. Its façade culminates in a simple belfry with three bell spans, while the door frames exhibit detailed carved stonework.
Santa Lucia Church
The facade is topped by a simple belfry with three spans for the bells, similar to that of Santa Ana, and the door frames are carved in stone with plant motifs. The construction dates from the beginning of the 16th century.
Surrounding Places
