This is the Monument to the Motherland on the Paseo de Montejo. The Paseo is a big tree lined boulevard with large 19th century mansions. In the late 1800's and early 1900's, hacienda owners made fortunes on henequen. Henequen is a type of agave plant (tequila comes from another type of agave). Henequen is also the name of the fiber that comes from this plant. The fiber is used in the production of rope and fabrics. The Yucatan supplied virtually all of the henequen used in rope until the introduction of nylon. 
Bob and Lynn on the way to the Central Market posed in front of a seller of flowers. What a great aroma from the flowers- not Bob and Lynn!
More of the thousands of flowers!
This is a typical street leading away from the zocalo (main square). Tall buildings with tall doors all built right up to the sidewalk. This street closes to traffic every Sunday and every evening after 9:00 PM. At 9:00, tables from restaurants immediately appear on the street and live music is everywhere. Reminded us of New Orleans without the hurricane slushies!
Peggy saw this young man posing for his father in traditional Mexican peasant garba. So, Peggy asked if she could take a photo or two. He was ready for one of the jillions of festivals the city has.We had such a great time visiting Merida. Next year, we'll be taking more "European" holidays to the small villages and ruins in the Yucatan. So many places to see!
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