Mexico: Three Yucatan Towns to Discover

If you're looking for history, culture, adventure, and unbeatable cuisine, come and discover these three lesser-known Yucatan towns before everyone else does. 

Be among the first to discover the charming towns of Tekax, Espita, and Motul. All of these towns have recently been named Magical Towns by the Mexican Ministry of Tourism. These towns join the ranks of the four other Yucatan Magical Towns: Valladolid, Sisal, Izamal, and Maní. 

The Magical Towns of Mexico are recognized not only for their beauty but for being rich in national symbolism, ancient legends and stories as well as having served as the backdrop for profound historical events that reflect the essence of our nation's identity to the world.

Get to know these charming towns and be among the first to visit them! 

Escape to the ultimate adventure playground of Tekax, where thrill-seekers can enjoy quadbike rides, explore the Chocantes Caves, camp in Kalmankal or visit Sartenejas Ecotourism Park, where rappelling and ziplining await. In addition to that Tekax also offers plenty of history and art on its streets. Its beautiful murals make the entire town the perfect spot for an Instagram photo. Your stay in Tekax will be anything but ordinary.

Or why not indulge your taste buds in the culinary towns of Espita and Motul. Espita is a town steeped in ancestral flavours that has been welcoming food enthusiasts to the iconic "Juan José Méndez'' market since its inauguration in 1906. Here, traditional local cooks prepare mouth-watering Yucatan delicacies like salbutes, panuchos, cochinita pibil, and the renowned kots'ob—a delicious tamale recipe safeguarded by dedicated groups preserving Mayan cuisine's rich heritage. 

Motul on the other hand, is a town renowned for the delicious motuleño eggs, a dish created in the 1920s by Mr. Jorge Siqueff for President Felipe Carrillo Puerto. While food is one of the highlights of this town, fantastic culture and nature also await you here. Why not visit Motul's Historical Museum, nestled within the renowned Sambulá cenote where you can engage with the city's vibrant history through enlightening panels, captivating artwork, and immersive three-dimensional displays, tracing Motul's evolution from pre-Hispanic roots to the modern era, including the process of evangelization and the henequen boom that emerged in the so called "Pearl of the Coast." Afterwards, why not unwind in the tranquil cave-like cenote with crystal-clear waters, a perfect place to go with your family and cool off. Alternatively, you can enjoy a bicycle tour around the town, exploring its picturesque streets and surroundings.

Now that you know a little more about the charm of these towns, don't hesitate and visit Yucatan with your family or friends and discover first hand why these destinations have earned the esteemed title of Magical Towns, joining the ranks of iconic Valladolid, Izamal, Sisal, and Maní.