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• Explore the Plaza Grande in downtown Mérida. Also known as the Plaza Mayor and the Plaza de la Independencia, this amazing destination is set within the heart of the historic city center. Many other cultural attractions are just a short walk away, including the Palacio de Gobierno and the Museo Fernando García Ponce-Macay.

• Visit the Catedral de San Ildefonso (Cathedral of Mérida). Located mere steps from the Plaza Grande, this stunning building is among the city’s most recognizable landmarks. It is one of the most historic churches in North America, having been constructed during the late 16th century.

• Travel to the Reserva de la Biósfera Ría Celestún nearby. A designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this majestic wildlife reservation is home to many unique species of animals, including an incredibly large flamingo colony. "