After kicking back on Isla for about 3 weeks decided to head out to Merida in the Yucatan as well as Progresso on the Gulf. We used a 2nd class bus (segundo) from Cancun to Merida, taking about 7 hours and visiting every Tom, Dick and Harry type town along the way. This is the way we like to travel i.e. seeing folks and places along the way rather then barreling through. Have to say though, Merida was a welcome site. Merida, as a Spanish city, started with its´ conquest by Francisco de Montego. Prior to this, it was the Mayan city of T¨ho. Upon entering the city, the conquerors were reminded of the Roman architecture which remained in Merida, Spain, hence the name. We enjoyed the modern Merida for its¨, music, architecture and art.
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