subject: The Superb Visitors Essentials To Learning The Ideal Retreat At Cancun [print this page] The Sights and Sounds of Cozumel The Sights and Sounds of Cozumel
Cozumel, located south of Cancun and across Riviera Maya provides one of the most unforgettable diving and snorkeling experience in Mexico. Dubbed as one of the best diving destinations in the world, it has amazingly crystal clear waters and the worlds second largest barrier reef, the Palancar. Mexico vacations that include Cozumel afford you the opportunity to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Chichen Itza which is the capital of ancient Maya empire. You can find other rich archaeological sites like Coba that is hidden in the lush jungle forest and has an authentic Mayan community, Tulum which is a beautiful walled fortress believed to be a main port of the Mayans, the Mayan astronomical observatory Castillo Real and the well-preserved San Gervasio which is a site dedicated to Ixchel deity of midwifery, fertility, medicine and weaving. You will definitely need a lot of time at Cozumel with all these and more at Cozumel. Some other attractions for visitors are the water theme park Xel Ha, Xcaret which is called Natures Sacred Paradise, Chankanaab National Park, Playa Mia Grand Beach and the Punta Sur Ecological Park.
Dazzling Underwater World of Mexico
Diving enthusiasts on a Mexico vacation are presented with a variety of choices for this popular and fulfilling water activity. You can opt to go diving in the Pacific Ocean on the west coast, on the Caribbean Sea side, the unique cenote or sinkhole cave or at the second largest reef in the world or 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. Cancun on the other hand gives a choice of either the shallow and colorful reefs of Playa del Carmen or Chinchorro Banks which gives access to the Great Maya Barrier Reef. Another popular scuba destination is Puerto Vallarta with its nearby islands and bays with added bonus of whale sharks, dolphins, sea turtles and a multitude of tropical fish. Other diving spots in Cabo San Lucas and La Paz is a visual display of the colorful marine world.
Wonder at the Whales of Mexico
One can never quite describe the awe and wonder you feel at seeing whales frolicking in their natural habitat after your anticipation have built up while scanning the waters looking for these graceful mammals. The gray whales leave the winter waters of Northern Bering and go to the Sea of Cortez every year during fall to give birth and feast on the bountiful food in the tropical waters of the Pacific. Magdalena Bay just a little off the coast of Los Cabos is the best place to go whale watching for the mothers and their young. Although San Ignacio is more famous for whale watching, there is a higher chance of seeing whales in Los Cabos than any other place in Baja during the whale season from end of December to end of March. Whale watching tours make sure strict rules and guidelines are followed in order to ensure that the whales are not harmed. Be a part of this tradition and include this memorable activity in your Mexico vacations itinerary.
Visiting the Best of Veracruz
Veracruz is one of the cities that have retained its old world charm and although it is not top on the list of Mexico vacation destinations, it is now slowly emerging to be one. Ideal for day or night strolling is the main plaza called the Plaza de las Armas. Historical buildings worth seeing are the Municipal Palace built in 1608 with its baroque architecture and the Virgen de la Asuncion, the citys neo-classic cathedral that was built in the 17th century. In the port area is the Pemex Tower which is an old lighthouse, the Crafts Market, the Old Customs Building, the Postal and Telegraph Building, the Civil Registry Building and the Juarez Hemicycle Monument. The island where the historical Fort San Juan de Ulua is located is now connected to the mainland. The malecon or the boardwalk has pathways and trails for daytime or nighttime strolling and exercise. The Veracruz Aquarium is one of the latest additions and is considered as the biggest aquarium in Latin America. With all these and more, Veracruz is still a worthy vacation destination in Mexico.
