Izamal Profile

Important Maya and Spanish colonial centers, unsophisticated Izamal is easy on the eyes, a boon for laid-back travelers




Bike RidingNice and flat, with uncrowded streets

WalkingWalking in and around town is safe and streets are uncrowded.

ReadingGreat place to catch up on some reading

RuinsHuge Kinich Kakmo pyramid can be climbed, although in ruins

SightseeingNot much in town, but lots to see in the area by car or bus

HandicraftsExcellent Yucatan hammocks, must ask around

ShoppingFew estblished shops but many locals sell unsophisticated items out of their homes

Cultural ActiviesNot lots of organized activities, but plenty there beneath the surface

JungleThe Yucatan consists of low tropical forests

ColonialBeautiful colonial buildings and others of later vintage

VillageA small town that seems like a village

TownAn important if compact and sonambulant town

NatureSinkholes (cenotes) throughout the peninsula for swimming and even diving

CharmA lovely town with beautiful architecture

SimpleYes!

Middle ClassSome creature comforts, but mainly small town life

All YearHot yearround, especially in September and May; coolest December and January

RemoteOne hour east of Merida, 3+ hours west of Cancun



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