subject: A Amazing Honeymooners Ideas For Taking The Adventure-filled Adventure At Veracruz [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. Other than this, though there are tourist sites and adventure activities that will interest visitors. Xel-Ha is a good place to conquer when youre a nature lover as it has many coves, lagoons and caves in its premises while Xcaret is a Mayan themed ecological park with lots of fun activities prepared for its visitors. 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. Mexico vacations are definitely a learning experience when you include the Riviera Maya.
Exploring the Beaches of Mexico The beaches of Mexico always lures in visitors going on their Mexico vacation especially during the months of November to May. About five hours away from the city are the remote beaches of Costa Esmeralda on the Gulf Coast of Mexico. The Maya Riviera on the Caribbean Coast has the beautiful beaches of Cancun as well as the fishing village and beach resort in one Puerto Morelos with fine sand, warm water and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Here in this area you can also find cool and casual Playa del Carmen and one of the prettiest beaches, Tulum which houses the scenic Mayan ruins overlooking the beach. There is a long stretch of marvelous beaches at the Baja Peninsula on the Pacific coast such as the Playa Cemeterio, Playa Santa Maria, Playa Costa Azul, Playa Canta Mar and Playa Solmar. Popular white sand beaches with several beach resorts are in the area between Huatulco, Puerto Vallarta and Acapulco. You will never run out of beach choices in Mexico.
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. The center of the city is a good place to while the day and night away in the main plaza called Plaza de las Armas. Historical buildings worth seeingThere is alot of old architecture in Veracruz such as the baroque architecture Municipal Palace and the neo-classic Virgin de la Asuncion cathedral that were both built in the 17th century. Very close to the port area is the former lighthouse Pemex Tower, 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 the largest aquarium in Latin America and is one of the latest developments of Veracruz. Include Veracruz in your vacation and find something exciting and new.
Things to see in Mazatlan
On the Gold Coast of Mexico is Mazatlan with its palm-lined stretches of beach that is worth of being included in your Mexico vacation itinerary. This place combines history and culture with adventure. 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. There are countryside tours that include a visit to the villages of Concordia, Copala and Cosala on the Sierra Madre Mountains which has the finest hand-crafted furniture and ceramic and clay handicrafts. Include a tour of Mazatlans trademark islands, Isla de Chivos (Goat Island), Isla de Pajaros (Bird Island) and Isla de Venados (Deer Island) with fine sand beaches. There are so much more to see in Mazatlan that thrives with the passion which Mexico is known for.
