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Cozumel, paradise in Riviera Maya | Bahia Principe
If you’re planning your holidays to Riviera Maya, you can’t miss Tulum, the quintessential Mayan city. It owes its name to the “wall” that in times gone by used to face the sea. Walking among the ruins of its temples or simply admiring them from a distance will connect you with the ancient energy that shapes the Mexican identity. Highlights on the Riviera Maya which are not to be missed include: Cobá, in the heart of the Yucatán jungle; the wonder of Playa Paraíso; the magical cenotes, or freshwater wells, the most famous of which are Gran Cenote, Zacil-Ha and Aktun-Ha. If unspoilt nature is what you’re after, visit the…
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Riviera Maya resort: reasons to choose all-inclusive holidays | Bahia Principe
Where is the Riviera Maya? The Riviera Maya is located along the Caribbean coast, in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. It is a cradle of civilizations and home to an extraordinary natural landscape. A fascinating destination where you can explore the remains of what was one of the oldest known cultures. Walk around Chichén Itzá, Coba, Tulum… or relax on the beaches of Playa Akumal, Xpu-há, Cozumel… Mexico will surprise you with its simplicity and ease, which filters thorough every corner. A country that can be proud of its passionate and dynamic people, the grandeur of its cities, and its natural landscapes filled with ancient monuments. From the historic…
The Day of the Dead in Mexico
The celebration, in Mexico, of Day of the Dead is a pre-Hispanic holiday in honor of the departed, celebrated on November 1st. and 2nd, in conjunction with the Catholic celebrations of All Souls Day and All Saints. Hanal Pixán, which in Mayan means “Food of souls”. In the towns and cities of Mayan origin or influence in the Yucatan Peninsula people prepare this traditional food offered to the dead during the commemorations, on October 31st children are reminded, on November 1st adults and November 2nd all saints. The celebration begins much earlier with embroidered tablecloths used on the table, the handcrafting of clay dishes, candle wax, and so on.…
The wildlife of the Riviera Maya and its environment VII
Scientific: Coccoloba uvifera L. English: Sea grape Maaya t’aan: Ni’i che’ Description: Able to grow up to eight meters (about 26 feet) tall, this plant supports itself with a strong root system which grips the sand, helping to control erosion. It has large, thick rounded leaves. Its fruits resemble grapes, purplish when mature, and growing in clusters; they are consumed by a variety of birds, and by iguanas and opossums. Honeybees pollinate its white flowers. Habitat: This is a common plant of the forward dune, one of the characteristic localhalophytic plants—those that tolerate salt well. Its ability to flourish on the dune is facilitated by a mutualistic—mutually beneficial—relationship with a…
Mexico, an enchanting country
The favourite destination of tourists the world over, Mexico is a privileged enclave for nature, with millennia-old Mayan ruins that live on under the radiant sun alongside brilliant white sandy beaches. Holidays in Mexico are unique: from the arid north to the Pacific coast, through the Baroque colonial centre, to the famous Yucatán peninsula, the cradle of millennia-old cultures. Sian Kaàn a place where nature flows in all its splendour, dolphins, turtles, starfish, manta rays and native birds. An ideal place which is among the most famous places for snorkelling, with a beautiful natural pool. The stunning archaeological areas Chichen Itzá and Ek-Balam. Chichen Itzá is a “World Heritage Site” and is of extraordinary…