{"id":2257,"date":"2010-09-13T00:30:55","date_gmt":"2010-09-13T06:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/temp-blog\/?p=2257"},"modified":"2010-09-11T23:47:20","modified_gmt":"2010-09-12T05:47:20","slug":"5-great-reasons-to-live-in-yucatan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topmexicorealestate.com\/blog\/2010\/09\/5-great-reasons-to-live-in-yucatan\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Great Reasons to Live in Yucatan!"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are probably hundreds of different reasons to live in Merida, the colonial capital of the State of Yucatan, and the surrounding towns, but these 5 reasons summarize the core benefits most expats will find.\u00c2\u00a0 If you buy Yucatan real estate<\/a>, you will enjoy:<\/p>\n

Culture and History<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Well-kept-up colonial cities, Mayan Pyramids, beautiful architecture, traditional music, live jazz concerts, art shows, local handicrafts, artisan shops, museums and galleries are just a glimpse of the culture you will enjoy in Yucatan.\u00c2\u00a0 You can enjoy romantic evening walks, or also find a vibrant, living city center.\u00c2\u00a0 In addition to Merida, which has the second largest colonial city center in Mexico (after Mexico City) there are a number of beautiful colonial cities and towns in the area to visit.\u00c2\u00a0 Chichen Itza has been named one of the new Wonders of the World for a good reason, and dozens of other Mayan Pyramid sites in the area mean you never run out of new choices.<\/p>\n

Beachfront and Nature<\/strong><\/p>\n

Merida is only 30 minutes away from the resort town of Progreso, and the long stretch of beachfront along the north of the peninsula, known as the Emerald Coast, offers many beaches to visit, in addition to ecological wonders, such as the flamingo reserve in Rio Lagartos.\u00c2\u00a0 The area is also famous for its cenotes, cool, naturally formed pools at the entrance to underground caves and waterways; some are ideal for refreshing swims, others are beautiful just to see.\u00c2\u00a0 The surrounding countryside is ideal for horse-back riding, and the jungle can be enjoyed in many, many ways, from ATV rides, to wildlife watching.<\/p>\n

Variety in Properties<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are few places where you can find colonial Mexico homes<\/a>, luxury beachfront condos, gated golf course communities and large countryside ranches all in virtually the same place.\u00c2\u00a0 You can choose a traditional Mexican home with a lots of flowers and a courtyard with a fountain, but you can also enjoy a relaxing lifestyle in completely modern properties.\u00c2\u00a0 Out on the country, you can buy a ranch or a large plot of Mexico land<\/a> and have whatever kind of home built that suits your tastes.<\/p>\n

Low Cost of … Everything<\/strong><\/p>\n

Well, just about everything.\u00c2\u00a0 Properties not only come in all shapes and sizes, but they are very affordable.\u00c2\u00a0 What’s more, the cost of living will be very low. \u00c2\u00a0You will hardly notice the water bill, and electricity is also cheap (unless you use a lot, in which case the rates go up!)\u00c2\u00a0 Fresh fruit, vegetables, excellent food and going out for the evening tend to cost much less than in other places.<\/p>\n

Modern Services<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"To top off all of this, Merida is a modern city of a million people; there are new malls, large-screen movie theaters (some are played in English), international stores, new golf courses, excellent hospitals, wide express ways, internet service and much more.\u00c2\u00a0 While you enjoy the romance of an old colonial city, and the variety of the area’s nature, you will also enjoy modern comforts.<\/p>\n

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