Must-see attractions in Izamal

When the Spaniards conquered Izamal, they destroyed the major Maya temple, the Ppapp-Hol-Chac pyramid, and in 1533 began to build from its stones one of…

Though not worth detouring wildly for, if you're here already, three of the town’s original 12 Maya pyramids have been partially restored. The largest …

Just across the square from the monastery, this cultural center and museum showcases popular art from around Mexico. Explanatory cards in English give an…