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Sotuta de Peon

Yucatan · Mexico

9 story sections

Explore the history of Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, discover the beauty of the agave fields, learn about the henequen industry, enjoy a swim in cenote Dzul Ha & taste Yucatecan food at Restaurante KIH.

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Contents

9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Sotuta de Peon

    Welcome to Hacienda Soh-too-tah deh Peh-ohn. As you stand near the main entrance, take a moment to observe the sprawling grounds around you. …

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  2. 2The Main House and the Syncretism of the Green Cross

    We have now stepped inside the main house of the hacienda. Instantly, you will notice a sharp drop in temperature. …

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  3. 3The Caste War and the Geology of Green Gold

    Stepping out from the main house into the shaded courtyard, we must address the intense historical turbulence that preceded the massive agricultural boom of this estate. It is impossible to fully grasp the history of the…

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  4. 4The Etymology of Sisal and the Global Roping Trade

    As we walk alongside the exterior walls of the main complex, let us analytically examine a fascinating linguistic anomaly regarding the fiber produced here. If you were to purchase this tough, durable fiber anywhere else in the…

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  5. 5The Hacendado Quarters and Daily Life

    Let us now move into the private residential quarters of the main complex. As you observe the layout, a rather surprising architectural detail becomes apparent. …

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  6. 6The Company Store and the Trap of Debt Peonage

    We now transition toward the administrative buildings of the estate. It is here that we confront the darkest, most oppressive aspect of the green gold era. …

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  7. 7The Fields, the Quotas, and the Punishments

    Step out into the blinding sunlight and face the seemingly endless, geometric rows of spiky agave plants stretching toward the horizon. Out here in the fields, the true physical cost of the green gold industry was paid in blood…

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  8. 8The Machine Room and the Synthetic Downfall

    We arrive now at the industrial heart of the estate, the heavy machinery room. Breathe in the lingering scents of dried plant matter, ancient grease, and oxidized metal. …

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  9. 9Sotuta de Peon

    As our tour comes to an end, let us gather back near the shaded entrance to reflect analytically upon the profound historical duality of Hacienda Soh-too-tah deh Peh-ohn. You have now walked the same grounds where unfathomable…

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What is Sotuta de Peon?

Sotuta de Peon is a place in Yucatan · Mexico with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationYucatan · Mexico
TypeHeritage
Story sections9
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates20.7406, -89.5770
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