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Grand Costa Maya. Tu Maya, Travel Agency.
Chetumal Tourist Attractions. Agua Cristal.
Culture Ministry of Quintana Roo.
Chetumal Tourist Attractions. Holiday Inn Hotel.
Map of Chetumal.
Chetumal Bay. Calderitas. Isla (Island) Tamalcab.
Chetumal Bay. Laguna (Lagoon) Guerrero.
Manatee Sanctuary.
8. Chetumal Bay. Oxtankah. Raudales.
9. Map of the Chetumal Bay.
10. Río (River) Hondo. Laguna (Lagoon) Milagros.
11. Belice Free Zone. Sacxán.
12. El Palmar. La Unión.
13. Mayan Archeological Sites. Kohunlich.
14. Dzibanché.
15. Kinichná. Map of Kohunlich. Map of Dzibanché.
16. Touristic Attractions in Bacalar. Hacienda Bacalar.
17. Touristic Attractions in Bacalar.
18. Touristic Attractions in. The Fort of San Felipe.
19. Map of Bacalar.
20. Blue Cenote.
Parque Ecoturistic Park UchbenKah.
21. Chacchoben. Ichkabal.
22. Costa del Caribe. Majahual. Río Indio.
Margarita del Sol.
23. Map of Majahual.
24. Caribbean Coast. Xcalak. Punta Herrero.
25. Caribbean Coast. Banco Chinchorro.
Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System.
26. What to do in the Caribbean Coast. Fishing.
Acuatic Sports.
27. Diving. Banco Chinchorro Map.
28. What to do in the Caribbean Coast. Snorkeling.
Kayak. ATV Excursion. Bird Watching.
Turtel Watching.
29. Grand Costa Maya.
30. Map of Quintana Roo.
Blessed with an unbeatable combination of tropical forest,
wetlands, white-sand beaches, coral reefs, abundant
wildlife and magnificent archaeological sites, Grand Costa
Maya has long been one of Mexico's best-kept secrets.
This is an ideal place for adventure lovers as well as for
people who loved Mayan culture, since timeless traditions
have been preserved by several communities in here.
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Chetumal is the capital of the State founded in 1898 and
called Payo Obispo. It has a Caribbean flavor with wood
houses English style. Chetumal means “Place of abundant
red cedar”, in Maya and it has the atmosphere of an old town
with gentle and kind people.
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The city has hotels and restaurants to suit all tastes and
wallets, as well as an airport, and modern roads. Annual
festivals are a serious affair, like the Carnaval in February;
the "Rio Hondo-Bacalar Nautical Marathon" in August; and
the Caribbean International Cultural Festival in November.
Among its attractives are:
Espacio destinado a presentaciones
de obras de teatro, danza
y conciertos musicales.
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Av. Calzada Veracruz num. 59
Col. Centro, C.P. 77000
Chetumal, Quintana Roo.
Maqueta “Luis Reinhardt McLiberty”, donde se recrea en pequeño formato la antigua
aldea de payo Obispo, sus calles arenosas, sus palmas, sus casas de madera.
Poliforum Cultural Gral.
Rafael E. Melgar
Festival de Cultura del Caribe Edición 2013
Del 7 al 17 de Noviembre.
Establecimiento en donde se
muestran películas y
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cintas cinematográficas.
El festival busca difundir las manifestaciones artísticas
y culturales del Caribe Mexicano, a través de música,
danza gastronomía, literatura, teatro y exposiciones
de obras plásticas.
Av. Héroes Entre Chapultepec y Lázaro Cárdenas s/n.
Col. Centro, C.P. 77000 Chetumal, Quintana Roo.
Único en su género en Latinoamérica con un estilo
modernista. Está dedicado a la promoción
y difusión de la cultura maya y sus orígenes.
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Av. Héroes Esq. Mahatma Gandhi s/n.
Col. Centro, C.P. 77000
Chetumal, Quintana Roo, México.
Casa de la Crónica
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Muestra fotográfica que
abarca diferentes etapas de
la historia de Chetumal.
Parque de los Caimanes 8
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Centro Cultural de Bellas Artes
Av. Héroes Esq. Héroes de
Chapultepec Col. Centro, C.P. 77000
Chetumal, Quintana Roo.
Proporciona una visión general
sobre la civilización maya, la guerra
de castas, la influencia británica
y la historia de la ciudad.
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Complejo cultural alberga
el Museo de la Ciudad,
el Teatro Minerva y El
paseo del arte. Además,
es sede de la Escuela
de Música y Artes.
Espacio que contribuye a
conservar las tradiciones
y fomentar el arte.
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Fortaleza que representa la conjunción de lo austero con lo funcional, el
encuentro de la sobriedad y la elegancia. Ofrece una museografía moderna
que exhibe piezas arqueológicas mayas, objetos de la época colonial como
planos, armas, y utensilios. También cuenta con un impresionante mural
que muestra la historia del lugar.
Edificio del siglo XVIII donde se exhiben pinturas,
documentos relacionados con el movimiento indígena
en contra de los españoles, esculturas, piezas
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arqueológicas
y herramientas que se utilizaron durante
la Guerra de Castas. Además, cuenta con pinturas,
documentos, una exposición de medicina tradicional,
música y danza autóctona, cuentos y leyendas.
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Centro Cultural de las
Bellas Artes.
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Av. Efraín Aguilar No. 361
Col. Centro. C.P. 77100
Chetumal, Quintana Roo.
Tel.: 01 (983) 8321791
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The Boulevard Bahía – It runs arround Chetumal Bay
with a nice view of the Bay. Along the Boulevard is the
Sculpture Corridor, with 17 pieces by renowned artists
such as José Luis Cuevas, Sebastian and Helen
Escobedo, among others. You can bike ride down the
boulevard.
Museum of the Mayan Culture – The museum was
opened in 1993 and it is unique in its kind in Latin
America. by adopting a unique and modern style. The
first floor represents the roots of the tree where the Maya
underworld named Xibalba reigns. The middle floor is the
tree trunk, known as Earth, home to humans and all their
trappings. The top floor is the leaves and branches and
the 13 heavens of the cosmic world. This distributed
around a central courtyard flanked by tall and wide
corridors that provide access to the different rooms.
The exhibition shows the daily way of life and the
religions practiced by the Mayan's. There are many scale
models of famous archeological sites, reproductions of
murals and many artifacts . Schedule: Tuesday to
Thursday and Sunday 9:00 to 19:00 hrs. Friday and
Saturday 9:00 to 20:00 hrs.
“Constituyentes del 74! Theatre – This is a setting for theater,
music and dance presentations. Originally served as an
auditorium and in 1996 the building was redecorated and
declared Historical Patrimony of the State.
Biouniverzoo – It has waterfalls, lakes, caves and stunning
trails where you can see the visual stations perfectly recreating
the natural habitat of the most representative species of the
Mexican southeast.
Museum of the City of Chetumal – The museum was founded
to preserve and disseminate knowledge about the history of
Chetumal. It is located in a unique architectural complex known
as the Cultural Center of Fine Arts. It has five rooms with a
splendid decoration showing the history of the city of wood, with
it's English colonial air, including the Mayan civilizatin, the caste
war and other crucial events in the history of Chetumal, like the
hurricane “Janet”. Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 a 19:00
hrs.
Maqueta Payo Obispo – The scale model of Payo Bishop (old
Chetumal) recreates a diverse collection of precious wood
buildings gave form to the rising city in 1915. Schedule:
Tuesday to Saturday 9:00 to 22:00 hrs. and Sunday 9:00 to
14:00 hrs.
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The beautiful Chetumal Bay has coastal lagoons, islands
and extensive mangrove systems. The emerald green
waters shelter a rich and diverse wildlife.
Along the bay you can get a glimpse of the ancient Mayan
culture, as well as some constructions of the colonial
times. There is also a nice resort with restaurants offering
unforgettable seafood dishes and a beautiful spot where a
stream feeds a stunning lagoon.
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A fishing village with a bird observatory and where you can
enjoy delicious seafood dishes.
Calderitas is also a spa. Some coastal stretches have
been enabled as large artificial beach. The area also has a
hotel, trailer park, boat rides and kayak rentals.
The 6 miles long and few hundred meters wide island is
located only a little more than a mile far from the cost of
Calderitas. It is a beautiful island lined with white beaches
where the clear offshore waters are perfect for aquatic
sports. This is the perfect spot for people who loves fishing
and snorkeling, one of the best in the region. The island is
home to spider monkeys, coati, agouti, osprey and several
varieties of heron. There are also some vestiges of the
Mayan culture.
Part of the interconnecting backwaters of the Chetumal
Bay, is about 4 miles long. Beside the lagoon is the
“Protected Natural Area for Care and Rehabilitation Center
for Marine Mammals” also known as the Chetumal Bay
Manatee Sanctuary, and it is better known as the “Daniel’s
corral”, because of the friendly manatee found on the
shore of the lagoon in 2003.
The manatee was found by some fishermen, and they
realized the animal was just 7 days old, they took care of
the animal. Despite the efforts and measures to rehabilitate
Daniel to be freed, the animal keep on returning because
he has got used to humans.
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Protected natural area of 281 000 hectares covering the
Hondo River, the Bay of Chetumal and Guerrero Lagoon.
Since 1996, various government agencies, as well as
colleges, private institutions and international conservation
organizations have joined forces to help support this
sanctuary. Sanctuary is home to one of the largest
remaining populations, around 150-200 individuals, of
Mexican Caribbean manatee. In this area there are some
endagered species like: the manatee marsh crocodiles,
river turtles and jaguars.
Located just twenty five minutes south of Chetumal, are the
remains of one of the most ancient Mayan cities in the Yucatan
peninsula. It arose during the Classic era, between A.D. 300 and
600. Most of the Oxtankah’s structures you can see today, were
constructed between the 4th to the 6th centuries, although many of
them were modified between the 11th and 16th centuries. This
Mayan city is thought to be where the mingling of European and
native races first occurred. The ruins are clustered around two
plazas: the Abejas (Bees) Plaza and the Columnas (Columns)
Plaza. In the first plaza you will find a platform with four structures
and a the remains of what could had been a sacred labyrinth. In the
second plaza stand the remains of a building that seems to have
been a palace. Every important structure was covered with stucco,
decorated with Mayan glyphs and painted with many colors in its
time of glory. There are traces of a chapel believed to have been
built by the conqueror Alonso de Avila in 1531. There is a small
museum on the site with with reproductions of pottery found in this
place, as well as drawings of buildings and some maps. Schedule:
Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.
It is located just over one mile from the Guerrero Lagoon. It is in
the conjunction with a river that comes from Bacalar lagoon, a
nice place for camping. During the vacation season there are
several restaurants. You can also rent kayaks and take boat
rides. Ideal for those who enjoy bird watching.
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Camping
Airport
Handcrafts
Diving
Shopping Mall
Sinkholes
Cruise Ship
Snorquel
Colonial Building
Lighthouse
Ferry
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Gas Station
Hotel
Kayak
Marina
Small Pyramids
Museum
Swimming
Shipwreck
Bird Watching
Plants Watching
Turtle Watching
Boat Ride
Fishing
Cabin Rental
Restaurant
Medical Services
Bus Terminal
Trailer Park
Grocery Store
Archeology Site
The Rio Hondo is a corridor in the middle of the forest and
the natural border between Mexico and Belize. During the
colonial times, the river was used as a waterway to get the
precious logwood. Later, it was the route to transport
natural chicle gum, which was extracted from the
chicozapote sap, mahogany and other precious woods.
Today, the river is flanked on each side by extensive
groves. Along the way there are beautiful springs, streams
and ponds.
It is a natural border between Mexico and Belize. It is
surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse fauna, you can
find beautiful springs, creeks, cenotes and lagoons. Sailing
downstream you can navigate through the route used by
pirates from Chetumal to Bacalar, crossing the Chac
Estuary. The river is entirely navigable, so kayaking fans
can navigate the river twisting between the mangroves. At
the banks of the river are deer, tapir, agouti, iguanas,
monkeys, and a wide variety of birds.
The village Huay Pix extends from the highway to the
shore of this lagoon. There are restaurants and a watering
place that functions as a trailer park. You can rent kayaks
or hire boat rides. This lagoon is another spectacular body
of water in the area. It stretches over one mile and at its
widest point reaches two thousand meters. This beautiful
lagoon of many shades of blue is a unique place. It has
been the scene for local events and boating national races.
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Across the Hondo River is a Comercial Free Zone with
dozens of tax free shops offering a wide variety of
merchandise. To cross the border bridge on foot or by car
you don’t need a passport. Belize also has a number of Las
Vegas style casinos. The Casino also features shows, bars
and restaurants with a wide selection of cuisines.
To the right of the Free Zone is the road leading to Orange
Walk and Corozal within Belize. Mexican travelers do not
require a visa to enter the country, but if they are traveling
by car, you required to purchase an auto insurance.
Corozal Town in Northern Belize lies, 9 miles from the
Mexican border. It is located nine miles from the Mexican
border. The area boasts a rich Mayan heritage with ruins
and artefacts still being discovered. An emerging economy
in Corozal is increasingly based on services and importing
goods to the more than 200 outlets within the Duty-Free
Zone.
It has an amazing scenic viewpoint, which consist in a
small tower located on a hill. From there, you can see part
of the territory of Belize, the Rio Hondo, and a series of
wetlands. With a stunning viewpoint located on a hill, is
one of the best places for birdwatching.
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Village which houses a beautiful bathing resort called El
Manantial (Fountainhead). The name is because the
unusually transparent body of water that fill an artificial
pond, a place ideal for swimming. The resort has a
restaurant offering dishes prepared with fresh fish.
On the riverside road you can find other places to enjoy
fresh water. Just one mile from El Palmar is La Palma (The
Palm), where a stream of clear water runs under leafy
trees. At twelve miles, is the village of Álvaro Obregón and
a place called El Balneario, with some pools fed by waters
of the creek.
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This border town is located on the banks of the Rio Hondo,
you have to use a canoe to cross the border to Belize.
Remote location whose main attraction is the “Cenote del
Cocodrilo Dorado”(Sinkhole of the Golden Crocodrile),
where visitors can swim in the nearby stream, venture into
the jungle with a guide, or explore a cave. The sinkhole
looks like a bright cobalt blue mirror with a diameter of
about one hundred meters. The cenote is nestled in a
range of hills, up to 70 meters-hight, and there is a cliff
where the adventurous can also go rock climbing or rappel.
When the sun comes down, you can see clouds of bats
coming out of the walls.
Twelve centuries ago, according to archaeologists, in the south
of Quintana Roo lived near one million inhabitants, that means
three times more than current population.
The region was then one of the most important in the Mayan
World, and the vestiges of that period confirm that the civilization
had large and cosmopolitan cities and had sophisticated
ceremonial centers and residential areas for the ruling groups.
Additionally, the Mayan civilization had developed road networks
known as Sacbés, and a water supply system. However, what is
striking is its majestic art.
This route comprises three archaeological sites very close to
each other: Kohunlich, Dzibanché and Kinichná. These sites are
an example of the greatness of Mayan Classic Period. You can
miss it!.
It is a fascinating archaeological site both for its history and for
its aesthetic value, beside it is surrounded by a unique natural
beauty. It was first settled around 200 B.C., although the majority
of its most significant buildings were constructed during the early
Classic period between 500 and 600 A.D. In its golden age, it
was a trade linking point for cities in the Yucatán peninsula and
the rest of the Mayan cities of Central America.
The most important ceremonial building is the Temple of the
Giant Masks and faces the setting sun. The pyramid-shaped
building is adorned with three-meter-tall masks (8 feet)
representing the sun god, Kinich Ahau. . Five of the original eight
masks survive, flanking a central staircase. You can still clamber
up the structure to get a close look at these monumental pieces
of art, which are in surprisingly good condition, since some of
them still had hints of their original color.
In the area with high-ranking structures are: the Palace of the
Stelae, The Stands, and El Rey, where administrative functions
may have been carried out.
The Pixa'an Complex and the 27 Escalones, (27 Steps), may
have functioned as neighborhoods or groupings of high-ranking
families. The Acropolis, one of the sites larger groups, is also
part of the high-ranking residential buildings.
The hydraulic engineering used at Kohunlich was a great
achievement; 90,000 of the site's 210,000 sq meters were cut to
channel rainwater into Kohunlich's once enormous reservoir.
By the year 1,200 A.D., the site was abandoned, due to an
unknown causes.
The site also functions as an important wildlife refuge. While
walking through its paths framed by a huge variety of plants and
trees, you can enjoy the flora and fauna of the region. Schedule:
Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.
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A large Classic Mayan center located about 35 miles west
of Chetumal, This archaeological zone occupies an
extension of about 40 square meters, with different sets of
structures with monumental buildings. For the majesty of
the constructios, the researchers conclude that it was
possibly one of the most important Mayan cities in the
area, at the level of Calakmul, an important Maya city of
the neighboring state of Campeche, with a political and
social life very rich and complex.
The first settlement in this area began around 200 B.C.
Four groups integrate the site: Tutil, Lamay, Kinichná and
Dzibanché.
Dzibanché is the name for the main group of ruins found in
the first kilometer from the entrance booth. Then is Lamay
Group, another archaeological site still under research and
it has not been opened to the public, although nothing
prevents you from admire it from the road and at the end of
the road is Kinichná.
The tour in the site starts with the Structure VI, also called
the Building of the Lintes, relatively isolated. This amazing
temple, stands on the uppermost point of the archeological
region and it was built using the Teotihuacan-influence
talud-tablero style. Glyphs on a wooden lintel here dating
back to 618AD gave the site its name.
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This structure is followed by the Gann Plaza, with the
Structure II or Cormoranes Pyramid, inside the big
basement there are three vaulted chambers, in one of
them, the archaeologists found a tomb of a high-ranking
leader (judging from the rich offering found with his
remains).
In the plaza there are like a half of dozen of structures, and
the most important is the Structure XIII or Temple of the
Captives, is of special interest because of the several
sculptured
risers of its main stairway, representing captured
warriors,accompanied by hieroglyphic inscriptions related
with military confrontation with Calakmul. Looking across
the plaza to the north, we see a similarly plain, stepped
platform. It is Platform XVI or the "Temple of the Toucans."
It also is thought to have had a wooden temple on top of
the platform.
At the northeast is the higher and larger Plaza Xibalbá,
where you can see the largest structure at Dzibanché
known as Structure 1, or the Temple of the Owl. It is of a
similar design as the Temple of the Lintels - pyramidal with
a double-designed temple, only is higher and built on a
much grander scale.
This Mayan site was abandoned around the year 1000.
Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.
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Northwest Residential Compound
2. Acrópolis
Acropolis
3. Plaza de las Estelas
Square of the Stelae
4. El Rey
Temple of the King
5. La Gradería
The Stands
6. Palacio de las Estelas
Palace of the Stelae
7. Plaza Hundida
Sunken Plaza
8. Templo de los Mascarones
Temple of the Masks
9. Juego de Pelota
Ball Court
10. Edificio de las 11 Puertas
Building of the Eleven Doors
11. Edificio de las Columnas Paradas
Twinned Columns Building
12. Plaza Merwin
Merwin Square
13. Conjunto Pixa’an
Pixa’an Residential Compound
14. Conjunto los 27 Escalones
The 27 Steeps Residential Compound
15. Baños y Cafetería
Restrooms and Cafeteria
16. Estacionamiento
Parking lot
The archaeologists have named this site "House of the
Sun". At Kinichna, you can climb the spectacular Acropolis,
stretching over three levels, each from a different era of
history. It was built somewhere between 200 and 600 AD.
during the early Classic period. The Acropolis is a
splendidly proportioned structure, it soars above the plain
dwarfing the smaller buildings and terrace that surround it.
Stairs lead to palaces and temples on different leves.
Offerings of jade associated with a burial were found in the
upper temple. This temple has preserved in the exterior
stucco friezes representig sun motifs.
The site hold a certain mystery and appel with a wonderful
landscape surrounded by ceiba trees. Schedule: Daily
8:00 to 17:00 hrs.
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Bacalar lagoon is almost 60 kilometer long from Kah Uchben
in the north to Xul-Ha in the south. It is the second longest
lagoon in the country, after the Chapala lagoon, which is
about 80 kilometers long. Bacalar is the entrance to a
enormous river system in southern Quintana Roo. To the
north, Bacalar lagoon is connected through water labyrinths
with other lagoons such as Guerrero and Chile Verde. To the
south, the lagoon is connected to the Río Hondo. In the past
centuries the lagoon was part of a trade route.
Until the mid-twentieth century logging camps in the north
end of the lagoon used it as a major trasportation route for
native goods to get to Chetumal. In previous centuries the
English pirates penetrated from Belize in search of valuable
logwood (also called Palo de Campeche). That is why the
Fort San Felipe was built in here to defend the town against
pirates. For the visitor, this massive water system offers
unique opportunities for leisure and adventures. You can rent
a boat to travel on the lake, or to explore the mangroves in a
kayak. In the Uchben Kah park there are guided tours to learn
about the native flora and fauna. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to
17:00 hrs.
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Bacalar Is Located 25 Miles North Of Chetumal and the magic of
the village sneaks up on unsuspecting visitors and engulfs them
slowly. By itself, it is a town possessing all the features to be
named a Magic Town, a title it received in 2006.
It was founded in the year 435 A.D. as a Mayan village named
Bakhalal Siyancaan. After the fierce war of conquest in the
Yucatan Peninsula, Don Gaspar Pacheco refounded the village
with the name of “Villa de Salamanca de Bacalar” in 1544. The city
wealth made it a target of pirates it was attacked so often that on
1652 the town almost disappears. Later, the place had a
prominent place in the Caste War.
Although throughout the 20th century the size and population of
the town increased, Bacalar still has a very nice provincial
atmosphere with its colonial architecture and history that
interweave with the blue turquoise waters of the lagoon with the
same name.
Its cuisine is a combination of Yucatecan and Belizean cuisine,
some of the most representative dishes are: "rice and beans"
cooked with coconut oil; tamales de xpelón (sort of bean tamales),
the sotobichay, a tamale Chaya (tamales prepared with a leaf
called chaya, a plant of the region), the tikinxic, fish marinated in
achiote mixture, bread and lobster shark.
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Every August, the town of Bacalar celebrates San Joaquín, its
patron saint. For nine consecutive days, different neighborhoods
host festive celebrations. Visitors are welcome and should
definitely join the fun—expect plenty of food, music, dancing,
performances of all sorts, and a three-day hydroplane race,
among other things.
This lagoon of shallow waters and soft sand, also called “of the
seven colors”, is the area’s main attraction. This lake is part of a
lagoon system of approximately 55 kilometers long. Inside the
lagoon there are areas with some deep pools full of limestone
formations ranging from gentle slopes to small cannons and real
walls, this is a unique show for diving enthusiasts.
It is an excellent place to practice water sports, especially in the
south where there are several channels and a small inlet called
Chaak River. There are small springs ideal for swimming, jet skis
or kayaks.
The relaxed atmosphere invites you to explere Bacalar. Among
the attractions are:
The Main Square, located in the upper side of the village. Take a
stroll along the Main Square while admiring its central kiosk and
breathing in the fresh atmosphere of its gardens. At night, locals
and visitors dance at the rhythm of the danzon, and handcrafts
and local dishes can be found in the surrounding areas.
The House of Culture, is located in a 19th century
building and offers workshops in dance, poetry,
theater and crafts.
The Parish of San Joaquin, at the downtown area, is an
18th century colonial-style building. Inside you can
see murals representing the story of the Caste War.
The Writers’ International House, opened in 1990 aims
to provide comfortably space to writers, poets and
creative artists, both local and foreign. It has five
spacious and comfortable bungalows and beautiful
gardens. It has hosted major events such as the First
National Meeting of Film Writers and the First
International Diploma for Writers.
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The Fort of San Felipe, founded in 1729 to protect the
locals from repeated attacks from pirates. The fort was
constructed out of limestone, which is abundant in
the area. It was surrounded by a 13-feet deep moat. To
dissuade would-be attackers from attempting to
jump in and swim the moat, sharp stakes were
concealed beneath its waters. During the Caste War,
Mayan rebels left it in ruins. In 1938 the star-shaped
stone edifice has been restored to its former glory,
and boasts with beautiful gardens, murals, and the
Pirates Museum. This is a modern museum with
exhibits on the history of the area, including details
on the pirates who regularly attacked these shores
with scale boats, maps and historical pieces. Schedule:
Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 to 20:00 hrs.
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Located 2.5 miles from Bacalar’s downtown. It’s profound
blue abyss, which connects with the Bacalar Lagoon, has a
special charm. It is said to be the widest cenote in Mexico,
measuring up to 300 meters (900 feet) across (it’s elliptical);
beside it is 150 meters (450 feet) deep, with crystalline blue
water, and it is considered the deepest cenote in the world.
The deep blue waters are enhanced by the deep green tone
of the mangroves and reed beds surrounding the cenote..
The Cenote Azul de Bacalar, Quintana Roo, is a must place
for divers who visit the region represents a real challenge
because of its great depth and special features. It doesn’t has
spectacular visibility, but offers intricate maze of roots and
trunks intertwined and overlapping, holes of various sizes and
rock formations on the walls. We recommend you go with an
expert since there are many caverns and is easy to get lost.
The cenote is also suitable for swimming and canoeing. On
the shore there is a restaurant famous for its seafood.
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The park covers 90 hectares on the northern shore of Lake
Bacalar. It is designed for the practice of hiking and mountain
biking in the jungle. One can also take a guided kayak tour along
the creeks, which are slow-moving tributaries from the lagoon
and watch the fauna, including birds, deer, tapirs and crocodiles.
There is a night version of this tour in which each traveler with a
lamp on his head can watch alligators on the shore of the
lagoon.
This is a location where history meets nature. You will arrive to
discover the history of the town as told in the old hamlets. Walk
the road of the town towards the museum of chewing gum and
mahogany wood, where you can learn about the history,
customs and occupations of the town's natives. The park’s
facilities have been adapted for a restaurant, store, bathrooms,
dressing rooms, showers, snorkeling equipment rental, and
ATM. Marvel at the wild tropical orchid garden. There are also
camping areas and sections of the coast for aquatic recreations.
Settlement by the Maya at the site is estimated at 200 BC. It is the
largest settlement so far detected in the lakes region. The remains
of the archaeological complex covers about 70 hectares. When you
arrive at the site entrance, Edificio 24 at the West Side of Plaza B is
the first structure that you see. Then is The Ways Group, probably
a residence for the leading group. Inside it you can see low
masonry platforms, which may have supported rooms with
perishable materials. Group II has not been excavated, but due to
the magnitude of its buildings, and its distribution pattern, it is very
likely that its function was for administrative and habitation
activities. Two stelae have been recovered with hieroglyphic
inscriptions that show practically illegible texts, so it can only be
assumed that Chacchoben was a main site linked to a regional
capital within the Petén area, judging by the buildings’ architectural
style. One of the most important complexes is El Gran Basamento
(The Great Base), containing five buildings.On one of the
ascending staircases you will observe Structure I with Mayan
calendar dates. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.
Chacchoben is important due to its flora and fauna, which are an
added appeal to the archaeological factor. Toucans and songbirds
are present, as well as white cedars, mahogany, fig trees, pepper
trees, zapote, ramones, chacas and corozo.
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It has an area of about 30 square kilometers. Its origins date
back to the pre-classic period, around the year 250 BC. It is
one of the most monumental sites in southern Quintana Roo,
it has exceptionally massive structures, one is up to 40
meters high. It seams to ensure that it was one of the major
political centers of the region in the early times. The site
consists of three large structures and a series of smaller
buildings most of which still remains unexplored. The Main
Group consists in three big bases, all located on each of the
corners of the large square. It is anticipated that this
archaeological site will be open to public in the near future.
Furthermore, due to its tropical environment crystalline
waters always have a pleasant temperature. Diving
enthusiasts can find a myriad of amazing coral formations
and a rich marine life.
Picturesque village ideal for water sports, a real tropical
paradise with shallow water protected by a reef wall, where
you can find from snappers to lobsters. North of the
lighthouse is the Costa Maya Pier, designed specifically to
receive cruise ships. Today it has become the second largest
cruise port in the country. In the waterfront there is a
magnificent shopping center.
South of the lighthouse there are shops, restaurants, hotels
and beach clubs. There are lodging options for every budget,
from cabins to sophisticated luxury apartments.
There is also the gorgeous beach with crystal-clear waters, a
natural pool since there is a reef barrier just in front.
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It is located north of Mahahual. Nice lonely stretch of beach,
with a restaurant and you can rent kayaks. This is a good
place for camping.
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Mar Caribe
Caribbean Sea
It is one of the last pristine beaches in the Caribbean with the
unique charm of a relaxed and calm atmosphere for those who
love the nature. In Xcalak is located the Zaragoza channel, an
artificial waterway between the Caribbean Sea and the Bay of
Chetumal.
A fishing village with delightful beaches, which has become a
haven for diving enthusiasts. It has small hotels and is a beautiful
place for biking. An important seabird and wading bird-nesting
colony is located a short distance offshore in La Aguada a place
with mangrove vegetation. The area doesn’t have much beach
but makes up for it with world-class fly-fishing, great snorkeling
and diving, and a healthy coral reef and lagoon. You can fish
sawfish, mackerel, tuna, barracuda, grouper and tarpon all year
long, and from April to June you can find dorado, marlin and
sailfish.
The Parque Nacional Arrecifes de Xcalak (Xcalak Reef National
Park) was established at the end of 2003, affording protection to
the coastal ecosystem. The park spans nearly 18,000 hectares
(44,479 acres), from the Belize border to well north of town, and
includes the reef—and everything else down to 100 meters (328
feet)—as well as the shoreline and numerous inland lagoons.
The park is a paradise for diving enthusiasts for its unparalleled
biodiversity. The shallow waters keep boat traffic to a minimum,
and anglers are good about steering clear of snorkelers. Eight
miles south is Rio Huach, which is also part of the ecological park
of Xcalak.
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Punta Herrero, is located at the southern end of the Espíritu
Santo Bay. This is a place for people who are seeking a
tranquil environment and direct contact with nature with
beautiful pristine beaches. Camping here is a unique
experience, you can enjoy the beach and watch the diverse
birds of the region, and sleep under a clear and starry night
sky. You can experience the channels and mangroves in a
kayak, or you can snorkel in the coral reefs. Sport fishing is
also available, offering catches such as tarpon, snook,
bonefish, barracuda and lobster, among other species.
There is a cooperative called "Los Lancheros de la Bahía",
offering rides and fishing trips.
You can also enjoy the regional dishes based on fish and
seafood, especially the famous lobster.
You can reach Punta Herrero thrue the road Majahual-Uvero,
or by boat from Punta Allen.
The Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve is 20 minutes from
Majahual by boat. The atoll covers about 500 square miles, it
is the largest in Mexico and the second largest in the world.
There is a 60 feet thick coral reef around the atoll completely
submerged. The atoll is most taken up by a lagon of
crystal-clear water that is 3 to 25 feet deep and three keys
areas: Cayo Norte, Cayo Centro and Cayo Lobos. On the
windward side of the banks, there are a variety of wrecks from
all time periods, so it has become a maritime museum with 68
recorded archaeological sites. Several ships have run
aground in the last 500 years, like Spanish and British
galleons of the 16th and 17th centuries.
On the reefs, divers and snorkelers may see a diverse variety
of coral like elkhorn, staghorn, bran, star, and soft corals, as
well as hundreds of colorful fish, turtles, even dolphins and
sharks living in the protection of the reef.
There are fishermen stilt houses in the Cayo Central, the
largest and most central of the cays, which are used as
temporary camps of tourists coming to take photographs, to
film or just swim among these beautiful corals.
It is a marine region that stretches over 1,000 km from Isla
Contoy at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula down to Belize ,
Guatemala and Honduras. The Great Barrier Reef is the
largest in the Atlantic Ocean and the second largest in the
world, with a lenght of 600 miles. More than just a barrier reef,
is an intricate system biodiversity spot with over 500 varieties
of fish, 350 species of molluscs, and 65 species of corals. The
reef system is also the habitat of one of the world's largest
populations of manatees, estimated between 1,000 and 1,500
individuals.
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Costa Maya is one of the best places in the world for this
exciting sport. With its clear waters and its rich biodiversity is
easy to found snapper, amberjack, yellowfin tuna, striped
marlin, sail fish, wahoo, mahi-mahi, rooster fish, striped
marlin, grouper, among others.
It is important to mention that in Mexico we are proud to show
that we spearfish only while using free diving techniques as it
is illegal here to spearfish while using scuba equipment. In
addition, all fish caught are eaten or donated.
For those in search of a duel with a magnificent marlin,
sailfish or dorado, sportsfishing excursions can be arranged
from Majahual and Xcalak. During the off-season,
spearfishing yields a catch of nassau grouper, black grouper,
black jewfish, yellowfin. In Chinchorro, the local fishermen
hand harvest the spiny lobster in the reefs.
A new modality is spearfishing, which is somewhat similar to
hunting.
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Swimming - Along the Hondo River at El Palmar there is a
good place to swim as well as the shoreline of the Bacalar
Lagoon. Other - windsurfing, canoeing, waterskiing, rowing,
and sailing can be enjoyed along the shoreline of Bacalar
Lagoon.
Its depth, high level of development, coral density, and the
extraordinary beauty of its formations are some of the
characteristics of the coral reef located just 400 yards off shore.
Water depth inside the shallow reef is 6-30 feet (meter), with
depths on the outer barrier reef ranging from 30 to over 200 feet.
There are a lot of sloping walls and second-step walls, allowing
divers to choose their own profiles. While the wall goes down
below 1,000 feet, some of the best reefs and fish life are in 50 feet
of water or less. Visibility varies with weather conditions but is
generally between 60 to 100+ feet. Diving the Barrier Reef is
year-round, but summer months are better since generally have
light winds and provide optimal sea conditions; during winter,
occasional northerners blow in. which can affect the diving for a
few days. The water temperatures range from the upper 70s in
the winter to as high as 85ºF in the summer. Night dive is an
exciting thing to do. Octopus, eels, stingrays, lobsters, and more
to see while diving at night in Costa Maya.
More than 50 vessels have run aground on the reefs of the
Chinchorro coral atoll and expert divers can find their remains.
Some of the recommended places are Copper Clad Wreck,
Cuarenta Cañones, and Fire Star Wreck.
Diving in clear fresh water, into the underground tunnels and
cavities that empty into the lagoons and the Caribbean, is a
unique experience but you have to be a qualified cave diver. An
excellent place to dive is the Cenote Azul.
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Snorkeling is possible along the coastline, and near
Chinchorro. Punta Placer's coral garden is cosidered one of
the best snorkel sites on the Costa Maya with amazing coral
formations and a lot of colorful fish, where it is not uncommon
to see large schools.
Fans can navigate the Hondo River and the canals twisting
between the mangroves at Estero Franco. You can also enjoy
the calm waters of the spectacular Bacalar Lagoon.
You can watch the crystal clear waters of the Caribben in a
2-person transparent kayak, you just have to look down to
view the coral formations and the colorful fish.
This is the ultimate fun in Costa Maya. The excusion will
guide you to secluded areas on the Costa Maya coast, small
villages, and beautiful places to watch birds and the regional
fauna.
There are almost as many species as in all of Europe. The
lagoons along the Costa Maya, in the Sian Ka'an, and in the
Bacalar-Chetumal Bay area are good birding areas.
From April to September the shoreline of Majahual become a
nest area for sea turtles.
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Cabo
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Isla
Holbox
Laguna
Yalahan
Cuyo
San Felipe
Río Lagartos
Parque Natural
San Felipe
Punta Sam
Puerto Júarez
San Felipe
Puerto
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Parque
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Boca Paila
MEXICO
307
El Payón
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Puerto
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Allen
295
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El Uvero
Altos de Sevilla
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186
Chetumal
MEXICO
186
Nicolás
Bravo
Corozal
Kohunlich
La Aguada
Sarteneja
Cayo
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Bacalar
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Oxtankah Chetumal
Comitán de
las flores
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Punta
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Reserva
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Punta
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Laguna
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Cardenas
Celarain
Cayo Culebras
184
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Roo
Cozumel
Laguna
Azul
MEXICO
MEXICO
El Naranjal
Molas
Tulúm
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Chunyaxché
Laguna
Chinchancanabb
Laguna
Esmeralda
José Ma.
Candelaria
Morelos
Kankab-Chen
San
Miguel
Akumal
Xcacel
Tankanah
Parque
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Roo
San Silverio
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Kantenah
Actúnn
Chen
Chan Chén
MEXICO
Calica
Puerto
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Aventuras
Chichén Itza
Sotuta
Punta Betee
Playa del
Carmen
Valladolid
Ticul
Punta Nizuc
Playa del
Secreto
San Andrés
Uman
Uxmal
Punta
nt Cancún
Morelos
Cansahcab
Motul
Isla
Isla
Blanca Mujeres
Chiquila
Dzilam de Bravo
Puerto Progreso
Isla
Contoy
Boca
Iglesiaa
Camping
Airport
Handcrafts
Diving
Shopping Mall
Sinkholes
Cruise Ship
Snorquel
Colonial Building
Lighthouse
Ferry
Gas Station
Hotel
Kayak
Marina
Small Pyramids
Museum
Swimming
Shipwreck
Bird Watching
Plants Watching
Turtle Watching
Boat Ride
Fishing
Cabin Rental
Restaurant
Medical Services
Bus Terminal
Trailer Park
Grocery Store
Archeology Site
Ladyville
Bermudian
Landing
Belize
La Democracia
Belmopan
Tikal
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Belize
Islas
Turneffe
Arrecife
del Faro
Bacalar
Cancún
Calderitas
Cenote Azul
Chichén Itzá
Ciudad de México
Dzibanché
Felipe Carillo Puerto
Kohunlich
La Unión
Mahahual
Mérida
Parque Uchben Kah
Playa del Carmen
Oxtankah
Raudales
Tulúm
Xcalak
Zona Libre de Belice
Km
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380
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564
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162
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111
141
413
75
314
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