{"id":25126,"date":"2015-12-29T11:35:54","date_gmt":"2015-12-29T11:35:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=25126"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:58:00","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:58:00","slug":"tulum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/mexico\/tulum\/","title":{"rendered":"Tulum in Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\"Tulum<\/a>

Tulum is a seaside town in Mexico known for ancient Mayan sites and cenotes in Riviera Maya.<\/p><\/div>\n

Rising from the turquoise splendor of the many-hued Caribbean, Tulum is a seaside pueblo of man-made wonders and natural treasures. The town, still staying true to its origins, has emerged from being an off-the-beaten-path pit stop for backpackers to new-wave tourism destination. Practice snorkeling in the azure waters, take a canal trip through the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve in the afternoon, and book yourself a refreshing Temazcal session: to stay or to leave, therein lies the conundrum. Come here to bathe in its rustic elegance and go back revitalized with lots of memories.<\/p>\n

History<\/h2>\n

This Mayan site was known as ‘Zama’, which means \u201cplace of the dawning sun.\u201d A former trading post of the Mayan Civilization, it was among the last cities inhabited by the Mayans and flourished between the 13th and the 15th centuries. In 1518, a Spanish explorer Juan de Grijalva was the first European to arrive here. The word ‘Tulum’ means wall or fence in Mayan language.<\/p>\n

Things to Do in Tulum<\/h2>\n

Tulum Ruins<\/strong> \u2013 More than 60 Mayan ruins and temples, perched on 12-meter-high cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea, are the numero uno reason to visit this region. A 784-m-long wall, made of limestone, encloses the tallest building of El Castillo or the castle. The Temple of the Frescoes features statues, carvings, and colorful frescoes. Other significant temples are: Temple of the Initial Series and the Temple of the Descending God.<\/p>\n

Cenotes<\/strong> \u2013 A large number of cenotes and cave systems are located in the Tulum area such as the Maya Blue, Dos Ojos, and Grand Cenote. Swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving in these cenotes are experiences not to be missed.<\/p>\n

Beaches<\/strong> \u2013 There isn’t a nicer way to spend the afternoon than feeling the balmy breeze and relaxing in a hammock-furnished beach cabanas between swaying palm trees. White sands and jade-green waters of the Playa Paraiso (Paradise Beach) rival the ones in Cancun. Each additional turn, on the coastal road to Playa del Carmen, brings a secluded stretch of the Caribbean. The beach below the ruins is perfect for reflecting back on the ruins and have some unadulterated fun.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Thrills<\/strong> \u2013 While the Quintana Roo National Park offers campgrounds and hiking trails, get to Tulum National Park for breathtaking view of the sea. Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery Akumal or try horse riding, kite surfing, jet-skiing, and paddle boarding on the beaches. Opt for aquatic zip-lining tours in Xel-H\u00e1 Park and Snuba (snorkel and scuba) tours in Xcaret Park.<\/p>\n

Day Trips<\/strong> \u2013 Be it a single-day excursion or a week-long tour, you are never far away from fascinating destinations when you are in Tulum. Visit Playa del Carmen \u2013 a trendy city with bustling nightlife \u2013 or the Chichen Itza \u2013 a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n

Nearby Attractions<\/h2>\n

Chichen Itza, Kohunlich, Laguna Bacalar, Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park, Cozumel Island, and Sistema Sac Actun.<\/p>\n

Tulum Map<\/h2>\n