Uxmal Living Legacy In the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, where the sun paints the sky in hues of warmth and history breathes deeply across the land, Uxmal stands not merely as Mexican ruins but as an artistic canvas of the Maya civilization. Stepping into Uxmal isn't just a journey into the past; it's an immersive exploration of a culture's artistic heartbeat that has transcended time. Unlocking the Name Uxmal The name Uxmal, pronounced oosh-mahl, has been a whispered enigma through centuries. "Thrice built," a conventional interpretation, hints at a history layered like the stones that grace its grounds. Yet, within the syllables of 'ux,' a Maya Yucatan term meaning harvest, suggests a narrative of the agricultural wealth of the Puuc region. The Puuc Region is a 7500 square km | 4660 square miles triangular in shape within the states of Yucatan and Campeche. Living Puuc …
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Casa Gemelas: Mérida MX’s Architectural Splendor
Casa Gemelas stands in the heart of Mérida, Yucatán, where the vibrant history of the area resonates through its grand architecture. Montejo 495 Casa Museo, as it is now referred to, was built as one of two mansions that continue to stand as sentinels of a bygone era. Together, both homes are known as the Twin Houses or Cámara Houses. These exquisite homes, built between 1908 and 1911, grace the historic grand street of Paseo de Montejo, epitomizing the opulence of the Beaux-Arts style popular in the 1830s to the end of the 19th century. Beaux-Arts focused on the straight lines of French Neoclassicism, while still incorporating elements of the Baroque and Renaissance periods. Symphony of Creation: The Origins of Casa Gemelas In the golden age between 1870 and 1920, fueled by the prosperity of the henequen industry, a group of visionaries sought to craft a boulevard reminiscent …
Creating Cadence Podcast: Journey from Imbalance…
...to Authenticity Someone once said, "Life is a symphony!" and for the longest time, I struggled to find the right rhythm. As a responsible mom juggling two young children, a business, and a home, my life was often played out of tune. The constant demands left little room for my own needs. It took a series of bold decisions over several years that led me to hit the road solo where I discovered the sweet spot between responsibility and personal fulfillment. In pursuit of balance, I stumbled upon a podcast that resonated with my evolving journey - The Creating Cadence Podcast by Mich Bondesio. Little did I know that this podcast and its host would become instrumental in shaping my mindset and accelerating my path toward a more harmonious life. The Cadence Effect: A Mindset Shift Before my nomadic adventures began, I grappled with the challenges of finding equilibrium. The …
