Campeche, Mexico. A Colonial Jewel, World Heritage Site

Campeche is a charming fortressed city with warm weather. The actual city was founded in the XVI Century by the Spaniards on top of the ancient Mayan settlement of AkimPech.

Between the XVI to XVIII centuries the city became a strategic port for commerce between Spain and the New world, reason why it was also very much attacked by pirates, mainly English sponsored by the British empire.

For 2 centuries English, French and Dutch pirates attacked the city to obtain its treasures until the Spanish crown decided to build a defensive wall of 2.5 kms around the city.

The walls had 5 bastions distributed as fortresses to gather the soldiers. Nowadays we can still admire 4 of its 5 bastions and a big part of the ancient original walls.

Campeche is a destination you cannot miss. Declared a World Heritage site by the UNESCO, Campeche keeps traces of the past in their neighborhoods, temples, plazas and elegant colorful houses Spanish style.

Fort of San Miguel

The fort was completed in 1801 as part of a formidable defense system including walls and strategically forts. The fort offers a spectacular view of the Gulf of Mexico.

Now, the Fort of San Miguel houses the Museum of Maya Archaeology of Campeche, bringing together an invaluable collection of Maya artifacts from archaeological sites across the state like stelae, jade masks, necklaces, incense burners, and more.

The city of Campeche was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. This recognition highlights the well preserved colonial architecture of its colorful facades and the unique charm of the city.

It is a truly delight to walk the Historic center of Campeche, it is a trip to the glorious past of this colorful city

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