subject: A Fundamental Visitors Options In Undergoing A Entertaining Adventure In Guadalajara [print this page] Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya
For those still looking for the charm of a bygone century, one of the most beautiful destinations to go to is the Riviera Maya. Going on a trip to the old cities of the Mayans will give you a glimpse of these ancient civilizations. The Chichen Itza is one of the major cities of the Mayan Empire, being its capital where you can go up the Castillo or the grand pyramid and peek at the observatory of ancient astronomers where the most accurate calendars was created. Tulum is another great destination, the only walled city of the Mayans which conveniently overlooks the waters and the beachfront. Other than this, though there are tourist sites and adventure activities that will interest visitors. Xcaret is an ecological park that has a Mayan theme while Xel-Ha has many caves, coves and lagoons that you can explore and swim in. If youre looking to delve more into Mayan culture, then dont forget to include the Mayan Temple in Isla Mujeres in the itinerary, as well as Isla Contoy which has beautiful beaches and water activities for the tourist. Mexico vacations are definitely a learning experience when you include the Riviera Maya.
The Surfing Waves of Escondido
Puerto Escondido or the Mexican Pipeline is popularly considered as one of the top ten surfing areas in the world. The Mexpipe Challenge is held in February and an international surf contest in November. Small and big waves alike are available for both professional and amateur surfers. There are several beaches in Puerto Escondido but the Playa Zicatela is not ideal for swimming as it is the main surfing beach with strong rip tides that will pull you in as well as some of the best and strongest waves in the world which topples even the popular Hawaii Banzai Pipeline. Even the most professional surfers have suffered accidents here so extreme caution is required for even the very experienced surfers. The Point is another popular surfing area with a rapid and tough surf ride. At the other end of the beach break is the Far Bar that has the most surfers since the water is deeper here compared to the other surfing spots and the break is quite far from the shore. Those who love surfing would surely welcome a trip to Puerto Escondido.
Touring the Best of Guadalajara
Guadalajara pulsates with the colorful and vibrant culture of Mexico and is a wonderful addition to your Mexico itinerary. Here you will find beautiful views and a multitude of mariachi bands as the attractions of Guadalajara are not much on the beach but on Mexicos exciting festivals. The Encuentro International del Mariachi is a competition of local and international bands during the Independence Day on September 16 but expect daily shows and festivities throughout the whole month. A trip to this city is focused more on sightseeing, dining and shopping. Right within the city are historical architecture featuring beautiful 17th century and Victorian buildings plus interesting cathedrals. There are also many local restaurants that will give you the authentic taste of Mexican cooking. Beach lovers though can also have fun at the beaches of Guadalajara with its white sand and endless sunshine. Guadalajara is certainly a wonderful addition to your Mexico vacation.
Dazzling Underwater World of Mexico
The vibrant colored marine world of Mexico is a must-see for both experienced and beginner divers. You get different diving experiences when you dive in the Pacific Ocean on the west coast, the Caribbean Sea, the cenote or sinkhole diving and diving at the worlds second largest reef, the Great Maya Barrier Reef. Cozumel, Cancun and Puerto Vallarta are famous diving destinations. The stunning coastline reefs as well as the renowned beautifully complex underwater panorama with cliffs, canyons and underwater flora makes Cozumel a popular dive spot. In Cancun, you get to choose between shallow color rich reefs in Playa del Carmen or go to the Chinchorro Banks which is the entry to the Great Maya Barrier Reef. The nearby islands and bays and sea creatures like whale sharks, dolphins, sea turtles and tropical fishes make Puerto Vallarta a very interesting and famous dive spot. There are several other diving sites in Cabo San Lucas and La Paz that will give you a beautiful tour of the underwater landscapes.
