Magical Yellow City
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IZAMAL, YUCATAN, MEXICO
The “Magical Yellow City of Izamal”, also called the City of Hills is located in the middle of the Yucatan Peninsula. It's thought to be the oldest city in the Yucatan. It was conquered by the Spaniards and the months because they were eager to convert the Indians to Catholicism. The Izamal people are still very devoted to the Immaculate Virgin. One of the highlights to see is the Franciscan convent which was built over one of the Mayan pyramids. Pope John Paul made a visit to the city in 1993. |
Almost all the buildings in Izamal are painted and egg-yolk yellow which gives it its name. The streets are cobblestone and colonial lampposts line the way. Its a very quiet, clean and peaceful city and very safe to walk around in.
You'll see plenty of Mayan pyramids, parks, plazas, people and even horses and buggies. Some of the more notable buildings are the Government Palace, the Museum of the Community, and the Kinich Kakmo Maya Pyramids.
The Kinich Kakmo is probably the most important of those. It's a beautiful unrestored pyramid that resembles a symmetrical hill and you can even climb it to the top to see a gorgeous view.
One of the highlights of your visit will be the evening time as that’s when they have a magical light and sound show and tour called “Izamal, Ciudad Luz”. The show is held at 8pm Thursday to Saturday from the Parque de los Canones and then ending at the convent.
Rounding out your visit to Izamal, be sure to take a stroll and visit the homes where some of the local artisans work. There are paper mache insects, wooden animals, crucifixes, and jewelry made from the cocoyol seeds and the tips of henequen plants that were originally used to make ropes and hats, etc. There are all kinds of neat crafts so be sure and pick up a souvenir or two to take back home with you.
You'll see plenty of Mayan pyramids, parks, plazas, people and even horses and buggies. Some of the more notable buildings are the Government Palace, the Museum of the Community, and the Kinich Kakmo Maya Pyramids.
The Kinich Kakmo is probably the most important of those. It's a beautiful unrestored pyramid that resembles a symmetrical hill and you can even climb it to the top to see a gorgeous view.
One of the highlights of your visit will be the evening time as that’s when they have a magical light and sound show and tour called “Izamal, Ciudad Luz”. The show is held at 8pm Thursday to Saturday from the Parque de los Canones and then ending at the convent.
Rounding out your visit to Izamal, be sure to take a stroll and visit the homes where some of the local artisans work. There are paper mache insects, wooden animals, crucifixes, and jewelry made from the cocoyol seeds and the tips of henequen plants that were originally used to make ropes and hats, etc. There are all kinds of neat crafts so be sure and pick up a souvenir or two to take back home with you.
- Please check website for more information regarding excursions and guided tours, local cuisine, lodging, culture and art -
Izamal is located in the central northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula and is about 50 minutes from Merida
and about 40 minutes away from Chichen Itza, each way.
Izamal is located in the central northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula and is about 50 minutes from Merida
and about 40 minutes away from Chichen Itza, each way.
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Learn more about the Magic City of Izamal by visiting their website.
Phone: (999) 924 8522 - Municipal Tourist Office
Phone: (999) 924 8522 - Municipal Tourist Office
Updated 10/20/20 - lls