Get the inside scoop on what's happening in Campeche. Mexicanist brings you the latest local news, from community events to cultural trends.
Yucatan
In Yucatan’s Chenes region, Maya descendants wield nature healing with plants and ancestral wisdom—midwives, bone-setters, and jungle pharmacies. Why pop pills when Jaguar’s Paw and dirt-cheap remedies work? Modern medicine’s flashy, but here, survival’s oldest manual still thrives.
Maya
Archaeologists have discovered a significant new Mayan site in Campeche, Mexico. Named Valeriana, the site spans 16.6 square kilometers and features pyramids, a ball court, and a complex network of roads and structures.
Hurricanes
Hurricane Milton made landfall in Yucatán with minimal damage. Over 6,000 people were evacuated to shelters. The Mérida International Airport reopened at 9 AM. Public transportation is expected to resume by midday.
Politics
President López Obrador's morning conference covered a range of topics. From sharing musical recommendations to announcing the Fifth Government Report in Campeche, he addressed the Mayan Train project, media bias, border issues, and more.
Biodiversity
Discover the bittersweet reality of honey production in Campeche, Mexico. Climate change and international competition threaten harvests. Explore the unique flavors, aromas, and challenges faced by beekeepers. Will the sweet golden nectar survive?
Seaweed
Discover Playa Bonita, Campeche's hidden gem! Learn about the recent seagrass invasion, its impact on the beach, and how the dedicated team fights back. Plan your visit, avoid the stench, and enjoy a seagrass-free getaway.
Campeche
Find out how the ancient Mayas and pirates influenced the food in Campeche. The focus is on high-quality ingredients, seafood, and corn that were grown before the Spanish arrived.
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Chiapas
Introduction to the Mayan Route. Find out about the right season, how to get there and get around, lodging, food, and more practical tips.
Chiapas
These are the states that the classic Mayan Route crosses, as well as information about the countries and possible alternative itineraries.
Culture
Campeche
A visit to the state of Campeche, but also to know its history, its customs, its gastronomy, its traditions, and its geography, with beaches, rivers, lagoons, mangroves, and jungles. An amazingly biodiverse place that very few know about.
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Campeche