Crystal Blue Waters and Mayan Civilization of Cancun   by James Tutten
 

The older part of Cancun city is connected by bridges to the newer Cancun which was developed as a resort destination for tourists. Tourism is the number one reason for a booming economy in Cancun. Inside the seven shape exists Nichupte Lagoon. This is a freshwater lagoon which hosts many water activities to the tourists. To get to the older Cancun, two bridges exists connecting the hotel zone and inner Cancun city.

Less tourism exists in the older parts of Cancun, so more cultural flavor can be observed. Traditional Mexican and Cuban restaurants can be accessed as well as shopping. Flea markets and international chains are less expensive tourist fare. Aside from the talc beaches and active nightlife, many tourists travel to Cancun to learn about the ancient Mayan civilization first hand. Ruinas del Ray is the closest ruins in Cancun, located right in the heart of the hotel zone. El Ray and El Meco ruins remain standing just outside the city limits of Cancun. In Tulam, a little north of Cancun, exisrs a more substantial archeological site for exploring the previous life of the Mayans. For day trips, it is highly recommended to spend time in the lost city of Uxmal or at Xel-Ha.

Xel-Ha and Xcaret are big draws for Cancun visitors. Both incorporate natural reserves, Mayan ruins and theme parks into one package. Thousands of tourists make these two places high on the must-do list. These natural parks offer amenities which combine marine life with humans, such as swimming with dolphins. Xel-Ha and Xcaret have preserved the natural eco-diverse environments of the jungles and sandy coastlines beautifully. Cancun will continue to gain popularity as long as Mother Nature remains kind and humans likewise. The visual attraction to Cancun is the numerous Caribbean shorelines made of white sand and crystal turquoise waters. Inside the seven shape exists Nichupte Lagoon. To get to the older Cancun, two bridges exists connecting the hotel zone and inner Cancun city.

Flea markets and international chains are less expensive tourist fare. Aside from the talc beaches and active nightlife, many tourists travel to Cancun to learn about the ancient Mayan civilization first hand. Ruinas del Ray is the closest ruins in Cancun, located right in the heart of the hotel zone. El Ray and El Meco ruins remain standing just outside the city limits of Cancun. Xel-Ha and Xcaret are big draws for Cancun visitors. Both incorporate natural reserves, Mayan ruins and theme parks into one package. Cancun will continue to gain popularity as long as Mother Nature remains kind and humans likewise. The visual attraction to Cancun is the numerous Caribbean shorelines made of white sand and crystal turquoise waters.
 
 

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James Tutten is a professional photographer and graphic artist. He and his wife Terri are passionate about travel, and share their adventures at Traveling Tuttens. For budget travel tips, and to see some award winning photography of their world adventures be sure to visit Traveling Tuttens Cheap Luxury Travel