Espita Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Yucatan, Mexico
About Espita
The town has over 11,000 residents (2010), making it regionally important. It is known for having several nearbyhaciendasduring Mexico'scolonial era, though unlike most haciendas in Yucatán, those around Espita grew corn rather than henequen, making it the breadbasket of the Yucatán. Originally settled by indigenous Maya, the town of Espita was formally organized as a Spanish town in the late 1520s. It grew under theencomiendo systemthat saw the establishment of Espita's nearby haciendas, primarily growing corn and sugar cane. The most historically significant event for Espita was its involvement in theCaste Warsthat occurred during thePorfiriato erabetween theWar for Independenceand theMexican Revolution. In 1848 the town was taken over by indigenous rebels. They would be ousted by federa
Top Attractions in Espita
Explore the best things to see and do in Espita:
- ★Iglesia de San José
Where to Eat in Espita
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Estación 9-3/4
- 🍴Tropi del Caribe
Where to Stay in Espita
- 🏨Casa Kacaya
- 🏨Casona los Cedros
- 🏨Jardines de Ixchel
- 🏨Posada Georgina
Espita Travel Guide Sections
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