Mayan Adventure: Pomona, Palenque Archaeological Sites and Cheese Route in Tenosique
Villahermosa, Mexico
Trip Type: Archaeology Tours
Duration: 13 hours
Discover ancient Mayan ruins and enjoy the the route of Cheese tour from Villahermosa. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is believed to be an ancient Mayan capital like Palenque, and visit Pomona Archaeological site located near of the Usumacinta River. Enjoy a gourmet experience with a local cheese farm in Tenosique Tabasco, delighting in a variety of cheese and know more about this process.
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Discover ancient Mayan ruins and enjoy the the route of Cheese tour from Villahermosa. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is believed to be an ancient Mayan capital like Palenque, and visit Pomona Archaeological site located near of the Usumacinta River. Enjoy a gourmet experience with a local cheese farm in Tenosique Tabasco, delighting in a variety of cheese and know more about this process.
After pickup at your hotel, depart Villahermosa in an air-conditioned minivan for a full-day cultural and archaeological tour. Your first stop is the Palenque archaeological site, once an important Mayan capital city. The ruins date back to 226 BC and are surrounded by jungle.. Spend 2 hours learning about Mayan culture and what life was like in this fascinating civilization during its peak.
The second stop is Pomona Archaeological Site. Pomona was the center of an important kingdom, which occupied a pivotal place in the western Maya Lowland. Pomona's importance was not only related to its location near the Usumacinta, but also because it was positioned between the sphere of influence of two great powers of the Classic Maya Period, Calakmul and Palenque, this last one a close ally of Tikal.
After this visit, you will continue with direction to Tenosique Tabasco to enjoy a culinary experience with the Cheese of the Region. Once you arrive at the principal farm in Tenosique "Finca los Alvarez", you’ll get to see the workshop, where cheeses like Provolon, Manchego and Tio Rodo are made. Queso de Poro is a traditional artisanal cow cheese from this region. It has a creamy flavour and it's seeking it's Appellation d'Origine.
If you're a foodie, gourmet or a cheese enthusiast who likes the nature and adventure and happens to be in Tabasco don't hesitate to make this trip.
The second stop is Pomona Archaeological Site. Pomona was the center of an important kingdom, which occupied a pivotal place in the western Maya Lowland. Pomona's importance was not only related to its location near the Usumacinta, but also because it was positioned between the sphere of influence of two great powers of the Classic Maya Period, Calakmul and Palenque, this last one a close ally of Tikal.
After this visit, you will continue with direction to Tenosique Tabasco to enjoy a culinary experience with the Cheese of the Region. Once you arrive at the principal farm in Tenosique "Finca los Alvarez", you’ll get to see the workshop, where cheeses like Provolon, Manchego and Tio Rodo are made. Queso de Poro is a traditional artisanal cow cheese from this region. It has a creamy flavour and it's seeking it's Appellation d'Origine.
If you're a foodie, gourmet or a cheese enthusiast who likes the nature and adventure and happens to be in Tabasco don't hesitate to make this trip.
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