Edzna is a Mayan archaeological site, located in the state of Campeche in Mexico. It is one hour away from the city of Campeche. The Mayans founded it in 600 BC and occupied it until the 15th century. Edzna was at its peak (year 600-1000) an important regional capital. It hosted up to 25 000…
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Calakmul means “two adjacent mounds” in Yucatan Maya, in reference to the 2 biggest pyramids of the site: structures I and II. But, according to some hieroglyphs, the city would also have had other names like Kan “snake” or Ux te tuun “three stones”. It is the site where the greatest number of steles from…
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The Riviera Maya is a beautiful stretch of coastline in Mexico that spans from Cancun to Tulum. With crystal clear waters, pristine beaches, and ancient Mayan ruins, it’s no wonder that this region is a popular vacation destination. In this guide, we’ll explore the top beaches, ruins, eco-parks, cities, and cenotes in the Riviera Maya.…
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Izamal, known as the “Yellow City” due to its striking yellow-painted buildings, is a charming colonial town in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico that offers a rich cultural and historical experience to its visitors. Here is a little guide about what to do in Izamal. Explore the free pyramids There are several other pyramids in…
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Chichen Itza means “at the edge of the well of the Itza”, in Maya. The name refers to the Itza people who founded the city in the 6th century. It was invaded towards the end of the 10th century by the Toltecs and then abandoned around 1250, for reasons that remain unknown to this day.…
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Holbox Island is a nature and vacation paradise with white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and mangrove forests. Holbox is perfect for a relaxing beach vacation. The tourist center on Holbox comprises the kilometer-long white sand beach in the north, Playa Holbox, and the only island village. This is also Holbox. The 40 or so hotels…
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Cancun, with its white sandy beaches and diverse tourist infrastructure, is one of the hotspots for tourists in Mexico. The city and the Yucatán Peninsula are famous for a unique natural landscape. Also, paradisiacal beaches and countless opportunities to get to know the Mayan culture. Here are some cool places to visit in Cancun. In…
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El Cuyo is a small fishing village with miles of sandy beaches. It faces the Gulf of Mexico. It is one of the last small paradises on the Yucatan coast that is still relatively virgin. There is no bar here, there is no beach club. So those who are looking to party quickly go back…
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The Riviera is undoubtedly one of the most recognized destinations in the Mexican Caribbean, not only nationally but also internationally, for its spectacular golf courses. If you are a lover of this sport you can enjoy playing it and see incredible landscapes. Here are 3 golf courses to visit in Riviera Maya. 3 golf courses…
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The El Pit Cenote is a perfect cenote to practice professional diving. The reason: it is one of the deepest and most beautiful examples of this type of natural formation. The El Pit Cenote is the entrance to the Mayan underworld and a favorite of professional divers. It sits in the ejido Jacinto Pat in…
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