About Merida
As the state and regional capital, Merida is a cultural center, featuring multiple museums, art galleries, restaurants, movie theatres and shops. Music and dance play an important part in day-to-day life as does visual art. The famous avenue, Paseo de Montejo, is lined with original sculptures.
Each year, the MACAY Museum in Merida mounts a new sculpture installation, featuring works from Mexico and one other chosen country. In 2007, sculptures on Paseo de Montejo featured works by artists from Mexico and Japan. Because of its tranquility and cleanliness, Merida has become a popular place for families from other Mexican states.
Crime is not tolerated in Merida, and it has the distinction of the city with the lowest crime rate per capita in Mexico. Merida is located in the Northwest part of the state of Yucatan, which occupies the northern portion of the Yucatan Peninsula. Its central location is ideal for trips to some of the Yucatan's most treasured ancient Mayan ruins and clear water cenotes.
In 2008, Fortune Magazine named the Yucatan peninsula as one of the top 5 picks for real estate investment based on lifestyle comparable to home.
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