Part 8/12:
Traveling south-eastward, we arrive at the Yucatán Peninsula, an ecological haven with lush tropical environments. The peninsula is crucial for Mexico’s offshore oil production, significantly outpacing the outputs of Veracruz. The Yucatán is also steeped in the rich heritage of the Maya civilization, which attracts considerable tourism.
In terms of demographics, a significant portion of the population identifies as Protestant, with many communities residing in small, rural settlements scattered throughout the dense forests.