Merida facts for kids

Mérida is a name that can refer to many different places and things around the world. It is often a city or a state, but it can also be a character from a movie, a type of bicycle, or even a football team! This page will help you learn about the different meanings of Mérida.

Places Called Mérida

Mérida is a popular name for cities and regions, especially in Spanish-speaking countries. Many of these places have interesting histories and cultures.

In Venezuela

• Mérida (state) is one of the 23 states that make up the country of Venezuela. It is known for its beautiful mountains and natural parks.
• Mérida, Mérida is the capital city of the state of Mérida in Venezuela. It is a lively university city located high in the Andes Mountains.

In the Philippines

• Merida, Leyte is a municipality, which is like a town, located in the province of Leyte in the Philippines. It is a coastal area known for its farming and fishing.

In Spain

• Mérida, Spain is a historic city and the capital of the Extremadura region in Spain. It was founded by the Romans in 25 BC and has many ancient Roman ruins, like a large theater and bridge.

In Mexico

• Mérida, Yucatán is the capital city of the state of Yucatán in Mexico. It is a beautiful city with a rich Mayan and colonial history, often called the "White City" because of its clean streets and white buildings.

Other Places

• Mardin, Turkey was once known by the ancient names of Merida or Marida. This historic city is located in southeastern Turkey.

Sports Teams Named Mérida

Several football (soccer) clubs have been named Mérida, often after the cities where they are located.

• Estudiantes de Mérida is a professional football club from Mérida, Venezuela. They play in the top league of Venezuelan football.
• Mérida AD is a football club based in Mérida, Spain. They compete in the Spanish football league system.
• Mérida F.C. is a football club from Mérida, Mexico. They are also known as Venados F.C. and play in the Mexican football league.
• Bahrain–Merida Pro Cycling Team was a professional cycling team. They competed in major bicycle races around the world.

Other Uses of Mérida

The name Mérida also appears in other interesting ways, from movies to bicycles.

• Merida (Disney) is the brave main character from the 2012 animated film Brave. She is a skilled archer and a Scottish princess.
• Merida Bikes is one of the largest bicycle makers in the world. This company is based in Taiwan and makes many different types of bikes.
• Mérida Initiative is a program between the United States, Mexico, and Central American countries. It aims to help these countries with security and cooperation.
• Mérida sunangel (Heliangelus spencei) is a type of hummingbird. This beautiful bird is native to the mountains of Venezuela.
• Fran Mérida is a professional Spanish footballer. He has played for several teams as a midfielder.