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Tulum: One of the most visited sites in recent times
Beaches, cenotes, water parks and archaeological ruins are some tourist attractions of this Caribbean paradise.
Tulum located in the southern part of Quintana Roo, Mexico, has become one of the main international tourist destinations. Approximately two million people visit this place, considered unique to know the Mayan civilization.
Its climate is warm and sub humid, with an average annual temperature of 26 °C. Tourists assure that the best date to visit it begins at the end of November, until April, due to its warm temperatures, sunny weather and less rain.
Places to visit in this destination: Top 6 of the best beaches
1. Paradise Beach
It has an emblematic space called "the inclined palm tree", where tourists take the opportunity to take a souvenir of this place, which is located in the heart of the Riviera Maya.
2. Boca Paila Beach
It is one of the most virgin, silent beaches, perfect for camping and spending the night. The ideal place to enjoy the nature that the Riviera Maya offers you.
Being a protected area, located within the Sian Ka'an Ecological Reserve, it is not inhabited, nor does it have any services. To visit it, it is important to have all the necessary supplies such as food and drinks.
3. Ruins Beach
It is located in the archaeological zone, with crystal clear waters, white sand and surrounded by Mayan ruins on top of the cliffs.
The iguanas are one of the attractions of this place, many tourists do not miss the opportunity to be photographed with them.
It is the ideal place for fishing fans, the bridge that connects it with Punta Allen makes it a strategic point for the best fishing.
4. Santa Fe Beach
It is one of the best destinations to share with the family, since it has a variety of food stalls, restaurants and family cabins.
Due to its strategic location 1 km away from the Ruins, it allows tourists to visit both places without having to travel long distances.
5. Fisherman's Beach
It is considered by visitors to be a fairly quiet place, where you can share with your dog, as it is the only beach that allows them. Its turquoise blue water is quite calm, and you can go several meters deep, since it is not very deep.
6. Xpu-Ha Beach
It is ideal for walking along its extensive and calm shores, which have two reefs at each point. Every weekend there is live music, providing entertainment and relaxation.
The Top 6 of the most beautiful cenotes to visit in Tulum
1. Cenote Car Wash
This cenote acquired its better known name as Car Wash, because many years ago, next to the Cobá highway, taxis were washed before becoming a vacation destination.
It currently attracts visitors from all over the world, who come to enjoy its crystal clear and shallow water in the open part, ideal for snorkeling by the little ones.
It also has marine plants and a huge underground rock formation, which can be admired when swimming.
2. Crystal Cenote
It is also known as Cenote Naharon and is a few kilometers from the archaeological zone. Cristal is characterized by the blue of its waters, surrounded by palm trees and a wide variety of tropical flora.
Tourists of all ages enjoy diving and swimming on its shores, which are covered by abundant vegetation.
3. Hidden Cenote
It is located next to the Cristal cenote and to get there you have to travel about 2 km from the road access, on a jungle route that warns of the proximity of the sea.
A few kilometers away we find the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, which means "entrance to paradise" in Mayan, considered a World Heritage Site.
4. Two Eyes Cenote
It has become one of the favorite places for divers, as they go to explore the caves and underground rivers that are connected by approximately 300 miles of passageways in its depths.
5. Cenote Zacil-Ha
Cenote Zacil-HaSe differs from the others due to the warm temperature and the green color of its water. Its surroundings have a non-slip wooden coating to prevent accidents.
It was found in the 1980s and its native name means clear water. Divers enter a cavern, in which there is a natural space called "tears", this is due to rock formations similar to drops.
6. Skull Cenote
It is a cenote, in which a large part of the diving enthusiasts participate to obtain their cavern diving certificate. Its name comes from the figure similar to a skull, located at the bottom of the rocky ceiling.
It has a semi-open structure, with a circumference of approximately 160 meters. It is entered by stairs or by jumping from the surface.
Visit the Ruins
It is one of the most recognized places in Mexico, being one of the most renowned postcards. In it there is a geomorphological viewpoint, from which an incredible view of the site can be seen.
Although there is no record of the year of its creation, most of the buildings that currently exist date from between 1200 and 1450.
