Izamal, Yucatan
Yellow and white are the colours of Izamal, Magical Village of Yucatan. The peaceful passing of the days is interrupted by cheerful festivals that are not to be missed, such as the festival of Santo Cristo Negro de Siltepich, celebrated every 18 October with dances, processions and dinners. Visit the Convento de San Antonio de Padua, and carry along your camera. If you are physically fit, climb the great Kinich Kakmo pyramid, set in amongst picturesque homes of colonial architecture. Don’t forget to buy handicrafts and taste Yucatan’s cuisine.
Festivities
The San Idelfonso (Saint Ildefonsus) Fiesta on April 3rd
The Santo Cristo Negro de Sitilpech (Holy Black Christ of Sitilpech) Fiesta on October 18th with dances, processions, and meals organized by the different traditional unions
The Day of La Virgen de Izamal (Our Lady of Izamal) on December 8th