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Merida, the historic capital of the Yucatan was 470 years old on January 6! On this day in 1542, Spanish conquistador Francisco de Montejo y Leon the Younger \u201cEl Mozo,\u201d founded his new city amidst the ruins of a much earlier Mayan capital called T\u2019Ho. He called it \u201cMerida\u201d because the white limestone he saw around him reminded him of the city of Merida in his homeland, and to this day, it is affectionately known as \u201cla Ciudad Blanca\u201d or the white city.
\nThe anniversary festivities last the whole month with the Merida City Festival, January 5 \u2013 30. This popular event features more than 200 events ranging from concerts, plays and ballet and dance performances to street performances, art shows, cinema, historical exhibitions and literary workshops. Performers hail from the Yucatan, different parts of Mexico and other countries, including Spain and Cuba. On Saturday, January 28, the National Poetry Prize Merida 2012 will be awarded at the Olimpo Cultural Center in the main square.
\nThis year holds particular significance in the Yucatan as one cycle in the ancient Mayan calendar draws to a close on December 21 and a new one begins and many of the festival events showcase the Mayan culture this time. The 2012 festival program is available on www.merida.gob.mx\/festival\/index.html<\/a>
\nWhatever the season, the Merida cultural scene is thriving and there are concerts, theatrical productions and art exhibitions during the year. The city is home to the Yucatan Symphony Orchestra and the 2012 season begins on January 20 \u2013 June 26, to see the concert program visit: www.sinfonicadeyucatan.com.mx\/temporada\/temporadactual.html.
\nIf you are planning a trip to Merida don\u2019t miss the concerts, folk ballets and gala events staged during the week. For a listing of weekly events visit Merida Celebrates its 470th Anniversary and for more information about sites of interest in the city read M\u00e9rida on the Royal Resorts blog.
\nThomas More Travel<\/a> offers day and overnight trips to Merida and can assist with vacation planning if you would like to stay longer.
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