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SHOPPING
In Merida, you will discover lots of modern and luxurious malls such as Plaza
Las Americas, Plaza Dorada, and La Gran Plaza where you can find the
best sales and latest fashion details, known brands and food courts.
However, the main charm in Merida are small shops with the loveliest local
designs in clothes, handicrafts, jewelry, leather shoes, candies, and especially
the quality hammocks. Not to be missed are the multi-colored and vivid
markets Lucas De Galvez, Mercado de Santa Ana and El Bazar Garcia
Rejon where wonderful handmade souvenirs as well as authentic local food
await the visitors. If you are lucky to be in Merida on Sunday at the main
Plaza near the City Hall, you will be able to enjoy a great party where
music, art performances, expositions and shows are surrounded with small stands
full of interesting and unusual products.
DINING
The richness of culture and visitors has contributed to the diverse eateries
in Merida. Apart from the acclaimed local Yacatecan cuisine at Los
Almendros and Eladio's where the food is free as long as you continue
to drink its beer, and myriad of other outdoor market restaurants you can find
around the neighborhood of Santa Ana which leads into Paseo Montejo, there are
Italian and Mediterranean food to be savored at the well-known La Tratto while
La Nao and Hong Kong will fulfill your curiosity why Chinese is
named one of the best cuisines on earth. Chili's offers a place to
order excellent ribs and other American grilled specialties in a friendly
ambience. For good, inexpensive thin crust pizzas, Billy Pizza on
Paseo Montejo is the place to go, complete with a loud rock-n-roll atmosphere.
Traditional tacos and other continental Mexican dishes are found at Restaurante
Leo and Las Mil Tortas. Beef lovers will be delighted by the
Argentine-style food at La Cabana del Gaucho, and Soberanis should
not be missed if you're looking for scrumptious seafood.
NIGHTLIFE
Nightlife is first rate in Merida and there is a wide range of options to
choose from. After the meal hour has passed, La Tratto is turned
into a lounge which is popular for its nice atmosphere as well as tasty Italian
hors d'ouvres. Another place to begin the night with is El Cielo which
is set in an open air patio where soft lounge and trance music wafts through the
air, preparing you for a long night ahead at some other upbeat venues. La
Mancha serves Italian dishes in its music lounge where the tunes are
delivered by experienced international DJs, whereas Canta Mexico is the
perfect venue for aspired singers! Whenever you feel ready to shake your
body as the night deepens, head to Mambo Cafe or Tequila Rock for
some disco fun.
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