Aldea Maya Xa' Anil Naj
by Gladys Concepci贸n
Discover authentic Mayan life at Aldea Maya XA'ANIL NAJ, where ancestral traditions come alive
My History
A journey through time, from my roots to the present, preserving the wisdom of my ancestors
Roots in Santa Elena, Yucat谩n
Growing up in a small Mayan community of 4,200 inhabitants
About Gladys
I am Gladys Concepci贸n Coll铆 Ek, a Mexican woman born and raised in Yucat谩n. I have a degree in Tourism, Recreation and Environment from CERT University in Ticul, Yucat谩n, and I am the first woman in my family with professional studies and international experience.
I created Aldea Maya XA'ANIL NAJ (which means "Mayan house" in the Mayan language) to share the cultural richness of my community with visitors from around the world.
Recognitions & Awards
Celebrating the achievements and recognition of our work in preserving Mayan culture and empowering our community
WTM Latin America - Silver Award
Silver Winner for Best Initiatives for Indigenous and/or Traditional Community Tourism
Aldea Maya XA'ANIL NAJ
Experience authentic activities in our Mayan community, where each activity is guided by local women
Traditional Mayan Cooking Workshops
Learn to prepare ancestral dishes with local ingredients and techniques passed down through generations.
Embroidery and Weaving Workshops
Discover the art of traditional embroidery and hammock weaving with local master artisans.
Jarana Dance and Temazcal
Participate in traditional dances and purification rituals in our ancestral temazcal.
Melipona Bee Sanctuary
Meet the sacred bees of the Maya and learn about traditional beekeeping.
Watch Our Experiences
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Our Community
A project led by Mayan women that preserves and shares our ancestral traditions
Women Working Together
The women of our community preparing traditional Mayan foods
Aldea Maya XA'ANIL NAJ is more than cultural tourism: it is a space of empowerment for the women of our community. Through our activities, local women share their ancestral knowledge while generating dignified income for their families.
Each experience we offer is designed to show authentic Mayan daily life, from our traditional homes to our millenary culinary techniques, all guided by the expert hands of the women of our community.
Visit Us
Come and live an authentic experience in our Mayan community. We await you with open arms!
Contact Information
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