Tulum is one of the “newest” cities in the Riviera Maya and is in constant growth, but at the same time it maintains and keeps its jungle aspect and of course, the preservation of its nature.
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These few characteristics make Tulum an eco-tourist destination, but at the same time full of luxury and glamour, and therefore, we ask ourselves: What places do we have to see in Tulum? Well, if this is your first time traveling to this city, then we will help you for a moment with our short list. Shall we start?
Things to see in Tulum?
The city of Tulum has more than 50 activities to do, what to see, where to go and we are not really going to talk about all of them, we will only talk about some of them, which will be a delight for your senses and that you have to know if it is the first time you visit Tulum.
Tulum archaeological site
The archaeological site of Tulum takes the prize for the best attraction in the city. Why? Because it is an important ancestral structure that has survived over the years and is the only one of its kind in Mexico. It is located on a cliff that directly overlooks the sea. We are sure you will be impressed!
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Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve
One of the natural spectacles to see in Tulum is this reserve, which is worth a visit to admire all the charms of this protected natural area, considered the largest in the sea of Mexico.
In this site you will find virgin beaches with coral reefs where you can snorkel or dive in order to see all the aquatic fauna of the place; also appreciate the great beauty of the cenotes and enjoy the beautiful landscapes of mangroves and green jungles full of diverse flora and fauna.
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The Cenotes of Tulum
In this peninsula there are plenty of cenotes, natural pools of crystalline and fresh water, which are hidden among caves and nature. The best cenotes are found in Tulum, where the following stand out: Dos Ojos, Car Wash, Gran Cenote, among others.
In these places you can capture the most incredible images, from the cenotes it is possible to see the beautiful contrast of turquoise colors of its waters, as well as the green that provides the nature that surrounds them.
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Tulum Beaches
The beaches of this town are considered by many people as the best in the Caribbean Sea, the most outstanding are: Pescadores, Las Ruinas, Santa Fe.
Another beach a little far away is Xcacel, it is virgin and is located within a natural reserve, there you can admire the crystal clear waters, white sand and enjoy a gentle wind while sunbathing.
Another beautiful beach in Tulum is Akumal, surrounded by white sand, warm, crystalline waters and a coral reef, home to several marine species that can be seen while snorkeling or diving. It is worth mentioning that turtles lay their eggs on this beach from May to September, a spectacle that should also be seen.
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Cobá Archaeological Zone
A few kilometers from downtown Tulum is this archaeological zone famous for its great pyramid Nohoch Mul, which is considered the highest in the Yucatan Peninsula.
Best of all, its steps can be climbed and when you reach the top you can see wonderful views of Coba’s surroundings: steep stairs, Mayan ruins and a green layer of lush vegetation.
It is the perfect place to capture images from the top of the entire environment surrounding this pyramid, in order to take the memory of an impressive experience of climbing more than 42 meters high and overcome vertigo.
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Conclusion
As you can see, these are some of the many activities that Tulum has for us and without a doubt, they are incredible. Now then: If these few attractions have caught your attention, can you imagine spending a few days exploring the beaches, the ruins, the cenotes, the caverns, the cenotes, the beaches and in general the whole territory of Tulum? No doubt it will be an odyssey for you.
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