Each of the 31st state Mexico is unique. Laws, customs, nature, society are distinguished. We saw stereotypes about gangsters and crime in this country in many films. Therefore, sometimes people believe that it is dangerous here. And, indeed, it is better not to visit some territories for tourist purposes. However, in Mexico there are many calm regions that help to learn this country from its best side.
The Russians are popular with the resorts of the Yukatan Peninsula: Cancun and Riviera-Maya. In addition to wonderful hotels and white beaches with turquoise water, cultural monuments and entertainment objects are concentrated here, which introduce legends and immerse Mexico into the magical atmosphere.
How to get
The cost of flights from Moscow to Cancun and back to onetwotrip starts at 60,000 rubles*. There are both direct flights and options with one or two transfers. For entry, testing on the COVID-19 is not necessary, you only need to fill out the special one. From the airport to the beaches of Riviera-May, you can get on a regular bus, taxi or rent a car (from 6800 rubles* per day). In Mexico there are ordinary and tourist taxis. The latter are marked with green numbers and are much more expensive, but are considered safer.
Where to stop
Cancun is suitable for those who love the movement in the rhythm of the city. Housing in the “Three Stars” and below category here is much more than in Riviera-Maya. Therefore, in general, this vacation in Cancun will be more budgetary. For example, the night at Suits Cancun Center will cost from 2700 rubles* for two.
Riviera-Maia will enjoy those who want to retire in nature more. Bungalow and the villas of local hotels are drowning in the greens of the jungle, along which raccoons and nosukhs run, and pelicans fly to the beaches. From this oasis, it is not just to get to civilization, and tourist life is focused on huge hotel territories. The cost of the number in the five -star Grand Palladium Colonial Resort & SPA starts at 23,000 rubles*. There are discounts, such as, for example, in Catalonia Riviera Maya Resort & Spa, where you can now book a number for 12,400 rubles*.
What to do
The first day
Archaeological complex Chichen-Iza
This political and cultural center of Mayan civilization is located from the coast. On the roads of Yukatan, there is often a speed restriction of up to 40-50 km/h, which is important to consider when planning a route. In the ancient Indian capital, it is important to come to the opening in order to have time to buy tickets, go to the territory first and take a walk before crowds of tourists surrender. In the large territory of the ruined temple complex there is something to see. The partially restored pyramid of Kukulkan with Zmeye stairs-one of the symbols of Mayan culture-served as a place of sacrifice. For this, the ritual in a deadly battle met commands on the ball playing field. From the huge observatory-wool, astronomers watched the celestial bodies. And many parliament stores were considered portals between worlds.
Senot Ik-Kil
The reservoir is located next to the pyramids. The porous land of Yukatan is dotted with underground caves. Their arches often collapse, forming holes that are filled with groundwater and precipitation. A unique natural phenomenon is called “hay.” Today in this transparent water under the vine hanging from the ground you can swim. Take bathing accessories with you and try to get here early to be alone. Due to high popularity, an hour after the start of work, the seno becomes like a pool.
The Mayanapan factory
The place where agava is raised and tequila is produced in a traditional natural way. Against the background of bright yellow buildings and huge cacti, the most “Mexican” photos are obtained.
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Valadolid
When all tourists get to Chichen-Iza, we are returning towards the coast and on the way we call in a medieval picturesque city. Founded by the Spaniards in the Concista era, he retained the colonial architecture.
The second day
Akumal beach with large turtles
It is easy to get to the coastal highway. The main local entertainment is observation of giant waterfowl turtles. They graze like cows, collecting algae from the seabed.
You will need flippers and a mask with a pipe. And the beach itself with snow -white sand and palm trees bending above the water looks like a dream from the Bounty advertisement.
Tulum
The Devy city of Maya, the pre-Columbian era on the Caribbean coast of Yukatan is located next to the Akumal beach, so here you can spend the middle of the day. The business card of the archaeological zone is the El-Castillo Castle on the very edge of the high cliff, whose windows are visible how the sun rises.
There are other ruins in the historical complex, as well as a beautiful garden with bizarre plants in which Iguan can be found. And from the observation sites on the steep cliffs, dizzying views of the turquoise sea open. By the way, the Ahau Tulum Hotel is also here, which is very often found in social networks, thanks to the unusual anthropomorphic “living” sculpture. The trunks of trees and boards are intertwined into the torso of a person who grows from sand and forms an arch-entry.
Pyramid Koba
Lifehack: It is worth coming here closer to closing, because organized excursions are here in the morning. In the evening there is a chance to climb onto the pyramid alone. Yes, you can climb the ruins of the oldest city of Mayan civilization, though you need good physical preparation, the steps are the second in height of the Yukatan pyramid, well, very cool! But from a height you can see the endless sea of the jungle. A few more objects have been preserved in the park. Between them you can move on foot, but much faster and more fun on rented bicycles.
The third day
Merida
If in your imagination Mexico is associated with sultry beauties in lush dresses with lace in tarry hair and voluminous fans, then you will definitely like color houses and stone arched galleries in this city.
A large business center and a bright illustration of the Concista era are quite far from the coastal resorts, so lay on the trip all day.
The fourth day
Park Close -based
After you look at all the attractions of the peninsula-it's time to get acquainted in detail with the culture and history of Mexico in the grandiose eco-archaeological park among the jungle. You can get to it from Plaia del Carmen on a city bus, special shuttle or taxi. In vast territory you can try national cuisine and take part in folk games.
Visit the island of jaguars, swim with dolphins, see a zeb, crocodiles, nosukh, pum, aguti and other animals without cells, play with large parrots. To see the layouts of traditional churches, residential and household buildings and even visit a specific stylized cemetery, where copies of the most intricate graves are collected. Mexican “fun” attitude to death is a very curious experience. Actors work on the territory of the park and there are several theatrical sites where bright performances about the life of the Mayan Indians are shown. And in the evening at the stadium, a show begins with special effects, large -scale battal scenes and stuntmen. The concert of popular Mariachi closes the performance. And since local tourists visit the park, you can hear how the stands sang up to their favorite performers.
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