The beautiful city of Mérida has something for everyone, no matter their interests. It offers easy access to Caribbean beaches and Mayan ruins, authentic pueblos and modern resort towns such as Cancún.
-it is the capital of the state of Yucatán, the gateway to the Mayan world. This part of Mexico was the homeland of the Mayas, one of the most important civilizations that flourished in old America. Pre-Colombian cities are dotted in numbers around the state, including Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Dzibilchaltun and Labna, amongst many others.-it was founded in 1542 by the Spanish conqueror Francisco de Montejo, who named it after the province of the same name in Spain. It was built over the ruins of the ancient Mayan city, Ichcaanziho, and features a rich architectural and cultural heritage from colonial times. Today it is known as the White City, and is one of the safest, cleanest and most tranquil cities in Mexico.
-it is located just 30 minutes from the unspoilt and undiscovered Gulf of Mexico, and also within easy reach of the Caribbean with its white sand beaches and azure water.
-it enjoys a fabulous year-round climate - the average temperatures during the coldest month (December) in Mérida are between 25 - 28 deg Celsius.
-the Meridan people are characterized by the warmth of their hospitality and their pride in their strong traditions and cultural roots.
In short, it is an ideal place to study and enjoy yourself in a charming and pleasant atmosphere that makes everyone who visits feel at home.
