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| People and Culture of the Yucatan Here are some of the Mayan people you may meet and cultural ceremonies you may see in the Yucatan. People who live here call themselves Yucatecans, and enjoy a rich cultural heritage. These scenes are not arranged for tourists, but are an authentic reality of everyday life and culture in the villages of Yucatan, Mexico. Click here for detailed information about cultural events, sights, activities and more in our area. |
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| This beautiful village senorita wears a traditional hand embroidered terno gown for a village dance. |
| In this Quince Anos Party, a young lady in her elaborate dress, and her attendants, are on their way from the religious ceremony at the church, to the party. |
| Tio Santiago dresses as an old woman for a traditional village dance. |
| This young boy wears a formal costume for the Jarana Dance, a Yucatan tradition. |
| Inside a thatched hut, Teo's wedding party enjoys the cake. |
| These children in the Village are participating in a celebration called The Dance of the Boar's Head. |
| "Hanal pixan", ceremonial altar offering to the dead, during the "Days of the Dead", end of October. |
| With a pot on the fire, Carmen makes meal preparations in a traditional Mayan cooking hut on our grounds. |
| What to do when it's just too hot! |
| Old traditions blend with modern conveniences, and in a thatched hut country market here in the Yucatan, you can even buy a Coke. |
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