La Misión de Fray Diego
Merida, Mexico
Calle 61 #524- 64 y. 66 Centro, Merida, Mexico, 97000
Original Property Opened in 1867
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2016
Founded in the 17th century, La Misión de Fray Diego is a charming mansion that has been recently restored into a charming boutique hotel. Over 400 years ago, La Misión de Fray Diego was part of the Monjas Church (Nuestra Señora de la Consolación), the second-oldest church in Mérida. La Misión de Fray Diego takes its name from the first Bishop of Yucatán, Diego de Landa, who lived in town during the initial spread of Catholicism among the Mayans. Now a hotel, La Misión de Fray Diego is located in the heart of downtown Mérida. This terrific holiday destination is surrounded by a large amount of fine-dining establishments, museums, and upscale shopping districts. The city also features an extensive variety of ancient Mayan architectural landmarks, including the marvelous ruins of Uxmal.
Discover
- Discover the great historical character of La Misión de Fray. This magnificent holiday destination was once a part of a church called the Nuestra Señora de la Consolación over four centuries ago. That church still stands behind the La Misión de Fray today.
- Admire the rich historical architecture of this terrific historic hotel. La Misión de Fray displays an extraordinary blend of Spanish Colonial- and Colonial Revival-style architecture.
- Walk over to the Centro Cultural Olimpo right down the road from the hotel. This spectacular venue offers a wealth of facilities to enjoy, such as a planetarium, art exhibitions, and movie screenings.
Explore
- 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 remarkable Dzibilchaltún on the outskirts of the city. Dzibilchaltún is a fascinating Mayan archeological site that features many well-preserved structures that date back thousands of years.
Experience
- Experience the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya (Mayan World Museum of Mérida). This world-renowned cultural institution commemorates the rich culture of the Maya through its extensive collection of ancient artifacts.
- Tour the Palacio Cantón. This beautiful Porfirian-style building was originally constructed during the early 20th century for the prominent Cantón Rosado family. It is home to the Museo Regional de Antropología Yucatán, which also covers the history of the Mayan civilization.
- Interact with the exhibitions inside the Museo de la Ciudad de Mérida. The museum is focused on telling the great story of Mérida’s past from pre-Columbian times to the present. Few places are better in the whole city to learn of its impressive history.
Taste
- Start the day off with some huevos motuleños. Beloved across the region, this delightful breakfast dish is comprised of a fried tortilla that is topped with fried eggs, refried black beans, and a local tomato-based sauce. Local chefs will occasionally add ham, peas, and plantains, as well as a sprinkling of cheese.
- Taste a salbute or panucho when out exploring Mérida. Salbutes are deep-fried, puffy corn tortillas that are filled with a delectable assortment of meat, onion, and salsa. Panuchos on the other hand are very similar to salbutes, except that their crust is stuffed with refried black beans before it is cooked.
- Delight in some pibil. This amazing meal is made by wrapping rich marinated beef in banana leaves, and then barbequing it over an open fire. An especially popular variant is the “cochinita pibil,” which involves using the meat from an entire suckling pig.
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