Confident chairs in Yucatan

 

Confident Chairs in Yucatan

Have you ever seen Confident Chairs in Yucatán, a Yucatecan tradition?

Chairs "double," "you and me," "confidants," and "lovers" are some names that are given. This characteristic piece of furniture has become a fundamental part of the cultural identity of a state rich in history and tradition: Yucatán.

The History of Confident Chairs

A piece of furniture similar to this was first seen in France in the 19th century. A few linked armchairs were used by royal families as part of their daily lives, certainly allowing the people who used them to sit up front, chat, and look at each other in a comfortable position.

It was the colonial era, and the henequen industry was growing rapidly. Consequently, in the 19th and 20th centuries, the state economy prospered and generated many jobs. In 1915, as a result of this industry, Yucatán began to grow exponentially. It began to invest in remodeling parks and squares in the capital.

Confident chairs were first placed in the Plaza Grande de Mérida. Later, they became popular and joined the list of tourist attractions in Yucatan.

"The Legend of Confident Chairs"

The origin and creation of these Yucatecan chairs are attributed to a man from a town near the state capital. To the father's discontent, one of his daughters began to go out with a boy from the village. 

As this situation was not to the man's liking, he decided to create a bench where the couple could sit facing each other and thus avoid contact.

The only way to get permission to go out with him was if they used the chairs he had designed during their meeting. Perfect to maintain a considerable distance between each lover and calm the jealousy of the father, Yucatecans began to reproduce this furniture.

The Chairs in the Parks of Yucatan.

In Yucatan, confidant chairs, also called "Chairs You and I," began to become popular in the largest city in the state, Mérida, and many others, such as Valladolid. They are regularly found in the city's main parks.

In Mérida, you can find these chairs in many of its essential park avenues. Also, in the Parque de Santa Lucía, you can photograph yourself with some Giant Confident Chairs! I love this place; it is so impressive and fun to get on the chairs and take a photo of yourself looking like a tiny little person.

The Confident Chairs in Valladolid, Yucatán.

In Valladolid, there are also some parks with these characteristic Yucatan chairs.

Taking a picture with the Confident Chairs in the "Main Park" Francisco Cantón Rosado " is possible.

They are spread around the Fuente la Mestiza, and you can see the Cathedral of San Servacio perfectly. The chairs are really comfortable; you can spend a romantic moment as a couple or with a friend. I recommend you visit them at night to enjoy the pleasant climate and the illuminated cathedral and taste a delicious marquesita.

Valladolid, the Magical Town, awaits you with the most fun family activities. Do not miss one of the most important destinations in the Yucatan state.