Merida- Our Journey To A Beautiful Colonial City!
(Finally published after being set aside for a couple of years...my, that was a trip of a lifetime!)
It was an adventure to get back to the mainland, after our visit to Caye Caulker, Belize. There was a terrible storm going on as we sailed and we arrived sea-sick to a flood in Chetumal, Mexico. Roland's luggage got soggy in the knee deep water. There is no drainage in this city, so when it rains, it floods! We were grateful for the scenic cross-country bus trip to the colonial town of Merida.
We had a wonderful time in Merida, exploring the back streets and the majestic colonial buildings. The hotel we stayed in was tucked in behind a big wall on a busy street. It was a tranquil haven with delicious breakfasts served daily surrounded by artwork by the famous Mexican artist, Frieda. The people were very friendly and helpful. The city was not a tourist destination and the people were happy to show us around just because of pride in their fine city. The streets were narrow and constantly filled with diesel spewing buses at all hours! We loved to churches and traditional dance displays in the streets!
Roland got really soaked when he got off the boat from Caye Caulker,
Belize, en route to our new destination of Merida, Mexico via
the public bus through the scenic Yucatan Peninsula!
We made it safe and sound! Roland enjoying the central square area.
Brenda near the museum.
We joined in the fun at the Museum Mexican Revolution Exhibit.
One of the many churches in the city.
Dancing troupe in the central square.
Famous Catholic Church that the Pope John Paul II visited.
Busy Mexican streets!
A quiet early morning moment before the traffic got hectic.
Eating lunch at a Launcheria...this was a snack with lots of spice!
These were the hottest chilly peppers Roland ever tasted!
Cozy hotel room over-looking the inner pool courtyard with only Mexican guests in attendance.
View of inner courtyard pool from balcony- it is hard to believe that there
is busy traffic outside this tranquil oasis.
Roland chillin' on the balcony.
I'm lovin' it!
Breakfast area (and internet) with Frieda paintings all around.
What awesome artwork!
Artwork by Frieda and her husband, Diego.
