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Tulum Archaeological Site, Tulum

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#1 of 41 in Historic Sites in Quintana Roo

Discover a coastal paradise and a pre-Columbian culture at Tulum Archaeological Site, commanding the views over a pristine beach lapped by turquoise waters. On the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, these ruins mark the spot of a former walled city that served as an important port, one of the last built by the powerful Maya. The city thrived between the 13th and 15th centuries, managing to survive for several decades after the arrival of Spanish conquistadores. Abandoned after European diseases caused high fatalities among the Maya, the city's remains now serve as a major tourist attraction. Avoid the big tour groups and explore the site in relative peace by visiting early in the morning. Take the guesswork out of planning a Tulum vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.

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3-in-1 Discovery Combo Tour: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling Plus Cenote and Caves BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $109

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By yolip5

Impresionante aunque hay que tener cuidado con el calor porque hace mucho Descubrir como era el Mexico de la época te da otra perspectiva more »

Impressive although you have to be careful with the heat because it is a long time to discover what Mexico was like of the time gives you another perspective

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By Francine J

The ruins are beautiful but it is hot and you will pass out if you don’t come prepared. Also you can’t go enjoy the beach because its under construction, there is tons of sargassum washing up. It look... more »
By Garrasco

Il posto è spettacolare, il caldo micidiale. Le rovine sono veramente belle, purtroppo una delle sue particolarità, cioè la spiaggia, è oppressa dai sargassi che la rendono praticamente inavvicinabile... more »

The place is spectacular, the heat deadly. The ruins are really beautiful, unfortunately one of its peculiarities, that is the beach, is oppressed by the sargassi that make it practically unapproachable (it looks like a quagmire). It remains, however, an unmissable site for its historical value. Beware of Coati (of raccoon species) who are a bit aggressive if you annoy them (bite).

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