subject: A Superb Honeymooners Guides For Locating A Exciting Escape At Guadalajara [print this page] Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya Memorable Places in the Riviera Maya
The first thing that pops up in mind when you think of the Riviera Maya is the famous historic archaeological sites. Learn more about ancient civilizations of Mexico by visiting the thousand year old cities of the Mayans. 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. The only walled city of the Mayan is Tulum which is interestingly overlooking the beach. But this is not all there is to this region which boasts of many other interesting attractions and activities. Other attractions in the Riviera Maya region are Xcaret which is a Mayan-themed ecological park and Xel-Ha with its many coves, lagoons and caves. Or otherwise, go on a day tour of Isla Mujeres that has a Mayan temple and several watersports or Isla Contoy with its sandy white beaches and lush palm trees. The Riviera Maya should definitely be included in your Mexico vacations as its not only relaxing but mentally enriching experience as well.
Surfing at Puerto Escondido Worth including in your Mexico vacation itinerary is Puerto Escondido which is called as the Mexican Pipeline and is known as one of the top ten surfing destinations in the world. November is the month when an international surf contest is held while February is for the Mexpipe Challenge. Professional and amateur surfers will get a pick of the best waves they have. 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. This surfing spot is limited to very experienced surfers only as even the most professional surfers have met accidents that have placed them in wheelchairs for life. The Point is another popular surfing area with a rapid and tough surf ride. While Playa Zicatela is the break closest to town, there is the other end of the beach break called the Far Bar which offers the heaviest surfing as the water is deeper and the break is further from the shore. Those who love surfing would surely welcome a trip to Puerto Escondido.
Tijuana Vacations
The sunny city of Tijuana is the most frequented border city and is easily accessible from San Diego via the trolley that goes right to the border. Tijuana may just be very near the US but there are still a lot of exciting shopping with beautiful goods in array such as Mexican handicrafts, leather goods, cigars, silver, beadwork and jewelry at affordable prices at the famous Avenida Revolucion. You can learn so much more about the culture of Mexico by visiting the Tijuana Cultural Center or the Municipal Institute of Arts and Culture. There is so much excitement in watching a Greyhound race at Hipodromo Caliente or a Jai Alai game at the Jai Alai Fronton Palace or watch the thrilling bullfight at the El Toreo de Tijuana and the Plaza Munumental Playas de Tijuana. Tijuana showcases vibrant Mexican culture and is a place that is truly worth visiting.
Things to see in Mazatlan
Long stretches of beautiful palm-lined beaches are guaranteed to lure visitors to the Gold Coast of Mexico and the city of Mazatlan. Mazatlan is a very interesting marriage of history, culture and fun activities. A must-do is a visit to Old Mazatlan where the citys famous twin towered cathedral is located while nearby is the citys second oldest plaza, Plazuela Machado. The malecon (promenade) gives you a refreshing palm-lined oceanfront walkway that connects Old Mazatlan with the resort area known as zona dorada. Those who want to see or buy handcrafted furniture, ceramic and clay handicrafts are better off going on a countryside tour to the villages of Concordia, Copala and Cosala on the Sierra Madre Mountains. The known islands of Mazatlan, Isla de Chivos or Goat Island, Isla de Pajaros or Bird Island and Isla de Venados or Deer Island has fine sand beaches and should be included in your tour of Mazatlan. The passionate side of Mexico of Mexico is very much evident in Mazatlan.
