Izamal Light and Sound

Información

Izamal, located 72km of the city of Merida, it is called the “City of the Three Cultures” because it has three main periods: pre Hispanic (pyramids), colonial (the convent which is an indelible mark of Spanish influence), and modern period with its friendly and gentle people proud of their culture.

The Pope John Paul II visited Izamal in 1993 there was a memorable mass in the large atrium that precedes the Temple dedicated to the Immaculate Conception virgin. Three large ramps facing north, South and West, provide access to this monumental Atrium, considered the largest in Latin America (8,000 square meters surface).

Walking quietly along the beautiful and picturesque streets, enjoying its gastronomy, handicra?s and its people, will be an unique experiences that will help you to understand the past and present of this Mayan village. In the night you can enjoy the sound and light show.

Coming out of Merida will make a one-hour and 15 minutes trip approximately to arrive the magical town. Upon arriving there you will have a city tour where you can visit the market, the main square and the convent. Then you will wait for nightfall to start the hike to enjoy the wonderful light show called videomapping, which are projections on the main facades of the houses and important corners of the historic center, this culminates in the Franciscan convent. At the end we return to the city of Merida.

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel lobby.
Duration: 5 hours approx.
Start/opening time: At 3pm.
End/closing time: At 8:30pm. Summer time the return is one hour after.
Opening days/period: Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Others: We recommend to bring water, comfortable clothes and shoes (snickers), sunscreen, camera, hat, sunglasses and bug repelent.