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Tulum is located on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula, close
to Cancun and Isla Mujeres. Golden sands and clear blue waters
of the Caribbean make it a perfect spot for pleasure seeking
beach lovers. The beach is also a stunning backdrop for the
ruins of the ancient city of Tulum, built by the Mayans between
the 11th and 15th centuries.
Climate
The best time to visit the Yucatan Coast is between November
and March, when average high temperatures range from 82 and
89 ºF. The rainy season is from August to October. |
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Things to See and Do
Explore the ancient Mayan ruins
Tulum means 'wall', a name given to the site relatively recently
because there is a wall surrounding it. In ancient times it
was known as Zama, meaning the City of the Dawn. The Mayan
civilisation was already in decline when the city was founded,
yet it remained inhabited until after the Spanish conquest.
The ruins, which include a watch tower looking out over the
Caribbean, several elaborate temples and a Great Palace, are
open daily.
Stay in a cabana on the beach
Rent a cabana, and let the Caribbean waves lull you to sleep.
Some cabanas are very comfortable, some ramshackle. Cabanas
Don Armandos is a 10 minute walk from the ruins and a has
a distinctly rustic feel. Alternatively, hang your hammock
in the open air, though a mosquito net is advisable. |
