Izamal, Mexico

Izamal, located in the Yucatán Peninsula's center, has a strong religious tradition connected to the Mayan civilization. With seven Maya pyramids, Izamal is an important ceremonial center in the region. The Franciscan monasteries built in the area in 1549 show Spanish colonial influence. Izamal is a significant pilgrimage site in Yucatán state, and it is still a place where the Maya language is spoken!

Despite not having every color of the rainbow, this tiny city of cobblestones is included on the list thanks to its eye-catching yellow buildings. The yellow color continues to pay homage to the area's Mayan roots. The canary-colored 16th-century monastery at the center of town was constructed on top of a Mesoamerican temple.

This is Chefchaouen's yellow variant. Despite being thousands of miles away in South America, Izamal uses the same style of painting all of its buildings in a single color. The bright yellow color of the structures in Izamal emphasizes their architectural character. If you ever visit the area, be sure to visit their Mercado Izamal. The Mercado is home to a farmer's market where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables. The farmer's market also has restaurants where you can sample the local specialty: deer tacos.