Yucatán

Yucatán spans across a limestone peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea, encompassing 106 municipalities with Mérida as its capital.

The state declared independence multiple times during the 19th century, including a notable separation attempt in 1823 following Mexico's independence from Spanish rule.

The Mayan language and traditions remain active throughout the state, with many residents speaking Yucatec Maya alongside Spanish in their daily interactions.

The state experiences a tropical climate with a wet season from May to October, requiring visitors to plan outdoor activities during the drier months.

Yucatán's economy transformed through henequen production, creating a network of haciendas that processed this agave plant for rope manufacturing until the 1950s.

Location: Mexico

Inception: 1823

Capital city: Mérida

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Shares border with: Campeche, Quintana Roo

Address: Yucatan, Mexico 97

Website: http://yucatan.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 21.00000,-89.60000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:04