Urgent Need for Improved Road Planning in Mérida Amid Urban Growth

Mérida and several municipalities in Yucatán are experiencing significant urban growth. However, this expansion has overlooked the importance of proper road planning, sidelining essential road engineering principles crucial for street development and city design. In an interview, road engineer René Flores Ayora emphasized the critical need for road impact studies in new developments, such as […]

Decline in Tourist Visits to Yucatán’s Attractions in 2024

Tourist Visits Drop by 6.3% From January to October 2024, Yucatán’s main tourist attractions saw a 6.3% decrease in visits compared to the same period in 2023. The Board of Cultural and Tourist Services Units of the State of Yucatán (Cultur) reported that the attractions received 2,244,196 visits, down from 2,394,510 the previous year. Chichén […]

Fishermen Seize Boats in Dzilam de Bravo, Demand Expulsion of Foreigners

Local fishermen in Dzilam de Bravo, Yucatán, have raised concerns about the increasing illegal fishing activities that threaten the sustainability of the area’s marine life. These activities have reportedly intensified in recent months, endangering the local fishing industry. During a meeting organized by municipal president Gerónimo Medina Trejo, fishermen from Dzilam de Bravo and nearby […]

Yucatán Government Cancels Bipartite Investment for Municipal Works in 2025

In 2025, the Yucatán government will not provide bipartite investment for public and social works, a move that will significantly impact the municipal economy and infrastructure. Governor Joaquín “Huacho” Diaz Mena has decided against investing in municipalities, further straining their financial resources. Mayors from various municipalities confirmed to Sol Yucatán that the state government has […]

Activists Protest Against Traditional Bullfight in Mérida

On Wednesday, January 1, a group of activists gathered in front of the Mérida Bullring to protest against the traditional bullfight on horseback. The protest took place in the García Ginerés neighborhood, where the bullring is located. The demonstration began around 3:00 p.m., with protesters positioning themselves at the corner of 33B and 72 streets. […]

Mérida Fest 2025: Celebrating 483 Years of Culture and Unity

Mérida is set to celebrate its 483rd anniversary with the vibrant and diverse “Mérida Fest,” announced municipal president Cecilia Patrón. The festival, running from January 5 to 26, promises a rich program of 199 events across the city, including the Caucel and Cholul police stations. “We present these three magical weeks that will have 199 […]