Tulum Ruins

admin — Sat, 01 May 2010 17:19:44 +0000

Tulum is an archaeological site on Riviera Maya. It is located on 12-meter (39 ft) cliffs overlooking the brilliant turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. The buildings that you will be able to see here, date from the Post-Classic period, around 1200 to 1500 A.D., which is also the time of city the arrival of the Spaniards to Tulum. According to some, ruins of Tulum are not so impressive such as Chichen Itza and Uxmal. However, I would not agree with those people because the complete impression; the ruins, the location, the cliffs, the sea; really leaves you speechless. Like many Mexican places and archeological sites, Tulum also has a very specific and unusual name. It actually means wall and refers to the fact that Tulum was a walled city, protected on one side by a wall of about 12 feet in height steep and on the other by cliffs facing the sea. At the time it was built and many years later, it served as a trading port.

You must be asking yourself why would I even consider going to this place but do not get confused by those who thinks that there is nothing to see. In Temple of the Frescoes there are original Mayan frescoes that are in blue-green and outlined in black. These brilliant frescoes are really breathtaking, you won’t believe how amazing they are until you see it yourself. They are depicting Mayan gods and religious motifs. Except from the frescoes, there is so called El Castillo, or the Castle, which is the tallest building of the Tulum. Its function has never been fully discovered, but many believe that it has functioned as a navigational aid directing Mayan craft through the break in the reef to the beach. After the exploration of the ruins you should definitely take a swim on the beach, first of all because it is one of the most beautiful beaches along the Mayan Riviera, and second of all it will be something that you’d really need. It is important to mention that Tulum is not only the archeological site, but it is the town as well. It is located 4 km south of the ruins and here you have many options for accommodation here, from luxury boutique hotels to rustic cabanas. Despite this fact, most tourists visit Tulum ad a day trip from Cancun and there is also the tour that includes visit to Tulum and Xel-Ha. My advice is that if you can choose when and how to get to the ruins, to go in the morning before the tour buses arrive, since it is a relatively small site and can get really crowded. And do not forget to bring along the bathing suit, you will need a refreshing swim after visiting the Tukum. On the site there are local tour guides available to give you a tour of the ruins, and they are licensed and really help you to understand the Mayan culture.

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Adults only! Hidden Beach Resort for Nudists in Mexico

admin — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:06:08 +0000

The Hidden Beach Resort is an adult-only, nude resort on Mexico’s Mayan Riviera. It is located on the Kantenah Bay of the Mayan Riviera, only 25 minutes from the ruins of Tulum and one hour and twenty minutes drive from the Cancun airport. This is luxurious, all-inclusive resort that provide san entirely uninhabited environment. Here guests participate in a wide range of activities in the nude, from sunbathing to dining and dancing. What is more, guests can be nude all the time, in all the areas of the resort. All guest rooms face the ocean and according to some it is to provide privacy from praying eyes as well as to offer amazing views to all the guests that have been chosen this type of holiday. This resort is a 42-room, all-suite hotel. Every room is carefully decorated, bearing in mind not to forget something, that is why every room has a king size bed, jacuzzi, air conditioning, ceiling fan, safe deposit box, satellite TV, DVD player and minibar. These suites also feature a fully furnished balcony, where you can relax and enjoy the view. The properties that feature in the hotel are really amazing. There is one main pool which is connected by an artificial river accessible by all first floor suites. In the centre of the pool there is a large swim-up bar and an island with food, beverage and snack service. Additionally, there is a huge beachfront hot tub, a disco, and three bars.
When it comes to dining, guests dine nude at La Vista restaurant. This restaurant offers continuous a la carte service from 6 am to 10 pm, or they may enjoy room service 24 hours a day, isn’t that great. These people really made everything they can to make you relax and want to come back. If you are one of those who do not mind getting dressed, you can dine at the one of the neighboring El Dorado Seaside Suites.
In rate there are lots of things included such as a glass of champagne and personalized check-in, a bottle of sparkling white wine in room upon arrival, all meals (a la carte), snacks, and alcoholic drinks, the Internet access, fitness center and unlimited access to facilities at neighboring, El Dorado Seaside Suites (clothing required) including swimming pools, restaurants, bars, fitness center, sauna and steam bath, land and water sports with equipment provided: tennis, kayaks, snorkeling, beach volleyball and ceramic painting.
Like in all other tourist destinations in Mexico, Hidden Beach Resort can also organize different tours for you. Go snorkeling with Playa Maroma Paradise Reef Snorkel, where you can swim among tropical fish and experience the magic of coral formations. See 5 million years old Caverns with stalagmites and stalactites by taking Aktun Chen Caverns tour, go horse back riding, diving, snorkeling, everything you can to make your stay as widest as possible.

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