TEMOZON SUR
A Luxury Collection Destination, Mexico
THE TRADITIONAL VILLAGE OF TEMOZON SUR IS SET DEEP WITHIN THE FORESTED YUCATAN PENINSULA ON MEXICO’S SOUTHEASTERN COAST.
With both Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Ocean shorelines, the Yucatan peninsula in southeastern Mexico is one of the most naturally rich and culturally significant states in the country. It is the birthplace of the sophisticated Mayan civilization, with vibrant cities shaped by Spanish colonial influence.
DISCOVERIES
Walk in the footsteps of ancient Mayans in the largest collective of caves in the southern Yucatan. Follow lit paths revealing cave paintings and petroglyphs along the walls of the various halls and chambers of this awe-inspiring site.
Founded around 1000 A.D., historically significant Mayapan was the last thriving Mayan civilization and the cultural and political capital before the arrival of the Spanish. There are several pyramids to climb, and altars to observe. Lizards dart along the stone walls, and vultures perch high in the trees of this site more populated with wildlife than tourists.
FEATURED EVENTS
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Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe
12/12/2019 - 12/12/2019YucatanThis religious celebration at the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe in Hidalgo to mark the place where the Virgin appeared to the Mexican people through Juan Diego. A mass is followed by live music and dance performances and vendors selling traditional food and crafts.
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Festival de las Aves
21/03/2019 - 25/03/2019YucatanBirders flock together for one colorful weekend of birdwatching tours, workshops, and a bird count to celebrate and raise awareness about the Yucatan’s diverse bird population.
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Día de Reyes
06/01/2019 - 06/01/2019YucatanJoin families as they mark the the Feast of the Epiphany when the Magi (three kings or wise men) visited the Baby Jesus, by giving gifts to children and eating sweet wreath-shaped “Rosca de Reyes” cakes.
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Semana Santa
14/04/2019 - 22/04/2019YucatanThis high holy week leading up to Easter is marked by passion plays in town squares and religious processions in the streets. Families often celebrate the time off from work and school at the beach.
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Merida Fest
05/01/2019 - 05/01/2019YucatanFireworks kick of this annual event marking the 1542 founding of Merida, the Yucatan’s capital city. Big name bands and local folk favorites take the stage for events throughout the city during this three week-long fiesta.
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Mexican Independence Day
16/09/2019 - 16/09/2019YucatanThis national holiday commemorates the “Cry of Dolores” on September 16, 1810, the battle cry for the Mexican War of Independence against the Spanish colonial government, with parades, patriotic programs and concerts.
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Dia de Muertos
01/11/2019 - 02/11/2019YucatanFamily and friends gather across Mexico during this multi-day holiday to remember loved ones who have died by creating elaborate altars, preparing special meals, dancing and marching in processions.
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Carnival
02/07/2019 - 02/07/2019YucatanKick off the Lenten season with parades, a battle of flowers, live bands and popular performers for Carnival in town plazas, such as Merida and Campeche.
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Spring Equinox
20/03/2019 - 20/03/2019YucatanGather to mark a new season as the ancient Mayans did at Chichen Itza on the spring equinox and watch as the sun moves across the pyramids like a great serpent.
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Yucatecan Trova Festival
20/03/2019 - 20/03/2019YucatanMusic is central to life in Mexico, and this festival in Merida highlights live music in the trova—traditional Cuban guitar style—tradition.
EPICUREAN
TEMOZON RESTAURANT
Yucatecan Specialties at Hacienda Temozon
Drawing on traditional recipes that mix Mayan and Spanish flavors, enjoy expertly spiced classics such as smoky sopa de lima, rich cochinitas pibil, and pillowy salbute in a Colonial-style dining room with gorgeous views of the pool and grounds.
