Izamal

Izamal is a small city in Yucatán, about 70 kilometers east of the capital, Mérida (Yucatan) | Mérida. It has deep roots in the Mayan and Spanish colonial past, with impressive historic architecture. By local tradition, most buildings are painted yellow.

Izamal Halal Travel Guide

In ancient Mayan times Izamal was sacred to the Creator God "Itzamna" and to the Sunday God "Kinich Ahau". The city was a place of pilgrimage from throughout the Mayan lands.

When the Spanish conquered Yucatán and they followed their usual training of building a new Spanish town atop the Mayan city, but at Izamal some of the Mayan structures were so massive that the Spanish contented themselves with putting churches and convents on top of them rather than demolishing them completely.

Izamal is still a regional place of pilgrimage, only now worshippers come to pay homage to the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception, commonly called Our Lady of Izamal. Pope John Paul II visited Izamal in 1993 and presented the statue of the Virgin with a silver crown.

The Mayan, Colonial (Spanish), and Modern mix comfortably in Izamal. The Mayan language is still often heard here spoken here, although most people also have at least a working knowledge of Spanish.

Travel to Izamal

By vehicle or bus. Second-class bus from Mérida (Yucatan) | Mérida or Valladolid (Mexico) | Valladolid. First-class bus from Cancún. The bus station is just a block west of the Municipal Palace. From Merida you can take the collectivo between 54/52 and 65. They run every 20 min. Last one to come back from Izamal is at 6pm.

Taxis from Merida were quoting a one way trip to Izamal at M$700 (as of September 2023)

Oriente second class buses depart to Izamal at Merida's Noreste Terminal, several times a day. One-way bus tickets were M$31 as of September 2018. The journey take about 1.5 hours, depending on the number of stops in the small towns along the way.

How to get around in Izamal

If you drive in, park your vehicle near one of the 3 plazas around the monastery complex at the center of town; sites of interest are within walking distance.

What to see in Izamal

• Mayan ruins around the town center: Kinich Kakmo pyramid to the north, Pap Hol Chac to the south, Itzamatul to the east and Kabul to the West.
• The Colonial Franciscan Monastery of San Antonio de Padua was completed in 1561. It looks like it's atop a natural hill, but the base is really an ancient Mayan acropolis. When completed and the atrium was second in size only to the Vatican. Mayan and Yucatan history buffs should be sure to look inside for the original painted portrait of Bishop Diego de Landa and the conquistador-era cleric with the double edged legacy: his written accounts preserve invaluable information about Mayan history and culture, but at the same time, de Landa ordered the burning of all the pre-Hispanic Mayan libraries, as part of his campaign to stamp out paganism. A sound and light show is held in the atrium Monday thru Saturday evenings.
• Centro Cultural - beside the Monastery on 5 de Mayo Park. Museum displays, mostly relating to local handicrafts, and cultural center; also has a cafe.
• Palacio Municipal - the Municipal Palace has tourist information, in addition to various public displays, including historical models of the city. West of the Monastery, across 5 de Mayo Park.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Izamal

Every day except on Sundays and there is a sound & light show in the atrium of the convent, at 8:30 pm. On Sundays from about 9AM to 3PM, local residents gather at Parque Zamna (the park on the north side of the Monastery) for a paseo with live music, vendors, and refreshments.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Izamal

• Municipal Market is to the southwest of the Monastery.
• Hecho a Mano shop on the main square has local handicrafts.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Several restaurants. Most are not open late.

• Restaurante Kinich - El Sabor de Izamal | Calle 27 No. 299 X28 y 30 close to the entrance to Kinich Kak Monday Pyramid ☎ +52 988 954 0489 Opening Hours: 11am to 7pm daily US$ 10-15 One of the most well known and appreciated restaurants in the Yucatan. Very reasonably priced and very busy with local residents on the weekends. Bright yellow stucco facade with open air palapa style dining room to the rear. Specializes in Yucatecan dishes. Be sure to visit the local ladies in the back patting fresh corn tortillas.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Izamal

Izamal - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Izamal, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Izamal. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Izamal and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Izamal. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Izamal. Key components include:

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Izamal, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Izamal, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Izamal without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Izamal is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Izamal.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Izamal is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

A few hotels and bed & breakfasts in town. From budget Posadas to comfort hotels there is lodging for everybody

• Campingmexico - Calle 18 x 33 - ☎ +52 1 9676136 US$10-25campsites with or without electricity, modern, clean bath rooms only campground in between Campeche and Cancun - Izamal Hotel Romantic Hotel Santo Domingo - Calle 18 x 33 Izamal, Yucatan - GPS: Calle 18 x 33 ☎ +52 1 988 96 76 136 US$49-110| checkin=3.00pm / Check-out: 11.30 am Best value in town, different categories from standard to Junior Suites, family suite, all rooms in the tropical garden with exotic plants and fruit trees, free full breakfast, free parking on property and WiFi Internet, swimmingpool massages, sundeck,restaurant, café.

• Hotel Macanche - Various casitas and rooms, each one different, are spread throughout the gardens. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Also available for groups and yoga retreats.

Telecommunications in Izamal

A couple of cyber cafes ("Ciber Café") in town; one is by the bus station. Some hotels also offer internet access.

The post office is north of the Municipal Palace; one can also make long-distance phone calls from here.

Travel Next

• Mérida (Yucatan) | Mérida and the state capital and largest city is to the West.
• Chichen Itza and the largest ancient Mayan ruins in Yucatan, are to the east.
• Valladolid (Mexico) | Valladolid, pleasant Spanish Colonial city, a bit further east than Chichen.

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