Now go and enjoy. No vacation in Cancun and/or the Mayan Riviera is complete without visiting at least one of these Mayan Yucatan ruins. They’ll leave you speechless, really!What else is there to do near Cancun?As well as visiting Mayan ruins, there are many more things to do in ...
including temples and plazas, dating back to the 13th century. For panoramic views of Cancun's skyline and coastline, take a ride on the Torre Escenica. This iconic observation tower offers a bird's eye view of the city, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of Cancun from above. If you...
But visiting the Museo Maya de Cancun and seeing its ancient artifacts somehow made Mayan history feel more intimate and personal. And the fact that the San Miguelito archaeological site is right there on the property only serves to reinforce the fact that Cancun lies at the heart of one of ...
Ek Balam has only been seriously excavated since about 1987. It is less famous than nearby Chichen Itza, and much smaller, but is quite impressive in its own right. It is very well preserved, less crowded than the other ruins sites near Cancun, and you can still climb the temples, leadin...
Make Mayan a Mexican! Cancun Is a Party, but the Temples, Beaches and Diving along the Mayan Riviera Are Truly ThrillingByline: by Victoria GoochDaily Mail (London)
Next up are the ruins of Chacchoben near Mahahual – one of the most popular sites of the Mayan era. Unlike many of its smaller counterparts, Chacchoben has only a portion of the site open to the public.Many of the original temples are still standing in their ancient condition, awaiting...
You can also go in the other direction from the Mayan Riviera and go from Valladolid to Merida to Campeche to Palenque then back to Chetumal, up to Cancun. We have traveled both routes numerous times and recommend to break it up in multiple trips dividing the Yucatan Peninsula into four tra...
Tulum RuinsCarr. Tulum-Cancun Km. 3, TulumTulum was one of the last Maya inhabited cities in the arrival of Spanish conquistadors in 1518. Mayan Ruins Near Tulum are on our Map 123,513 maps downloaded so farDownload Your Free Tulum Map - updated January 2015 ...
Costa Maya is the nearest city, and Chacchoben is about 50 minutes by car. If you’re coming from Cancun, it’s a 4.5-hour drive. 12.Tula Aside from the pyramids and temples that are a part of these Mayan ruins, Tula offers another intriguing prospect: giant columns shaped as warriors...
1. Cancun: Gateway To The Yucatan Most travelers will start their Mayan train journey in Cancun, the train’s northern terminus and one of Mexico’s most popular beach destinations. The Cancun train station is located 20 minutes away from Cancun International Airport, however if you’ve ...