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Book Synopsis: Exploring forgotten regions of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, Susana Ordovás and photographer Guido Taroni uncover the faded splendor of both neglected and restored homes. Susana Ordovás’s Inside Yucatán is an ode to the merging of the ancient with the contemporary. At the turn of the 20th century, more millionaires lived in the isolated region of Mérida than in any other city in the world, building breathtaking, brightly colored homes nestled into the surrounding tropical greenery like hidden jewels. Over time, nature conquered, leaving crumbling structures in place of what were once vibrant, lavishly decorated mansions. But today, Ordovás reveals, Yucatán’s “forsaken, decaying ruins, remnants of an illustrious past . . . are awakening from a centuries-old siesta.” Here, in Guido Taroni’s evocative new photographs of more than 30 previously unseen residences across the peninsula, in such places as Izamal, Mérida, and Valladolid, decadence and beauty shine through what remains of the homes’ diverse, contrasting styles, from Renaissance to Baroque, Medieval to Moorish, and occasionally a combination of all. Setting the houses in context, three specially commissioned maps of the region have been beautifully illustrated by renowned artist Jesús Cisneros. In her detailed commentary, Ordovás celebrates their eccentric, distressed charm and hails the revival of this magical land.
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Discover the hidden treasures of the Yucatán Peninsula with Inside Yucatán: Hidden Mérida and Beyond. Written by Susana Ordovás and beautifully photographed by Guido Taroni, this mesmerizing book takes you on a journey through forgotten regions and faded splendors. Experience the merging of ancient and contemporary as you explore the breathtaking, brightly colored homes nestled in the tropical greenery. Once the home to more millionaires than any other city in the world, Mérida's abandoned mansions are now awakening from their centuries-old slumber, revealing a glimpse into a bygone era.
Inside Yucatán offers a glimpse into the decaying ruins that were once lavish mansions, now left to nature's conquest. Through Guido Taroni's evocative photographs, you'll witness the decadence and beauty that still shine through the remnants of diverse architectural styles. From Renaissance to Baroque, Medieval to Moorish, each house tells a unique story of the past while celebrating the revival of this magical land. With three specially commissioned maps illustrated by renowned artist Jesús Cisneros, you'll have a comprehensive guide to explore the region's hidden gems.
Get lost in the pages of Inside Yucatán and let Susana Ordovás's detailed commentary transport you to a world of eccentricity and distressed charm. Immerse yourself in the remarkable journey that this book offers and fulfill your wanderlust for adventure. Don't miss out on this extraordinary experience. Purchase your copy of Inside Yucatán: Hidden Mérida and Beyond today!
Purchase now and embark on a captivating adventure through the forgotten regions of the Yucatán Peninsula. Explore the allure of Mérida's abandoned mansions, witness the revival of a centuries-old siesta, and immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of this magical land. Inside Yucatán: Hidden Mérida and Beyond awaits you!
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