Enjoying History While Living in Merida – Audio Tours

A new service is now being offered for getting to know Merida’s historical sites – an “audio guide” which allows visitors to take their time and go on a self guided tour, choosing where to spend more time, and where not to.  A great little perk for tourists, right?

Forget tourists, this is great for those of us who choose to live in Merida!  When you buy Yucatan real estate, especially if it’s a charming colonial Mexico home in the old city, you will be surrounded by and immersed in a rich culture and history.  Whether you actually go out to learn more, or you just chat with the locals (both Mexicans and expats who’ve been around for while,) you’ll begin uncovering layers upon layers of stories, anecdotes and explanations.

If you like this sort of thing, the new audio-tour service could be an ideal way for you to get to know this city’s history.  The way it works is that there are 6 different “routes” with audio information about historic sites, parks, monuments, museums, markets, etc. Users can choose which point on the route they wish to hear about, on a digital audio system.  Currently there are recordings for 56 different sites, and the information describes their historical, architectural and cultural significance, as well as related customs and traditions from Merida.

Users can choose the language – Spanish, English, French, Italian or Mayan.  There is a small fee of about $6 USD for the rental of the audio device for 4 hours.

Many expats who live in Mexico enjoy becoming “experts” on their area’s history, culture and little facts.  This service is an ideal way to become an expert on the city’s main historical sites.  This way, when family and friends come to visit, you can be their own personal tour guide!

Mitch Keenan has been a Licensed Broker in the United States since the 1980s. He holds a GRI and a CRS from NAR (National Association of Realtors). With over ten years of living and working in the Yucatan real estate industry, Mitch brings American business ethics and Mexico business experience together to give buyers unparalleled service. 512-879-6546 THE www.TOPmexicorealestate.com NETWORK “Mexico’s Leading Network of Specialists for Finding and Purchasing Mexican Properties Safely!”