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Mexican Independence Day in Yucatan

It is not too late to pick up a Mexican flag to celebrate Independence Day

It is September 16th in Yucatan.  The banks, government offices, many businesses and schools are closed.  Some residents rise at their “normal hour” while others sleep in a little because it is a national holiday.  That- and the fact that …

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September 16th in Mexico: Independence, Revolution or Both?

From celebrations to culture- learn what makes Everything Yucatan special

Many people from the US and Canada celebrate Mexican heritage on May 5th every year- “Cinco de Mayo.”  This is a day for celebrating all things Mexico as much as March 17th, Saint Patrick’s Day, is seen as a day …

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