Tulum, known for its eco-chic ambiance, offers visitors a unique mix of untouched
natural beauty and ancient history. The ruins of Tulum, perched on a cliff above the
Caribbean Sea, tell of a time when the Maya civilization flourished, and today they
provide breathtaking views. Tulum’s beaches are celebrated for their tranquility,
making it a haven for relaxation and wellness. This beach town has emerged as a
hotspot for yoga retreats, organic cuisine, and sustainable living. Evening events
often feature live music by the beach, allowing visitors to enjoy a more laid-back
nightlife scene.
The history of Tulum goes back to the ancient Mayan civilization whose remains of
ruins have a unique charm, as they are one of the only settlements located near
the sea. This ruin is called “El Castillo” or “The Castle” because of its iconic wall
and its vigilante towers located on the seaside cliffs, where the sea salt breeze
makes its way through the winds of an unforgettable turquoise sea.
This Caribbean destination is set to be one of the most important destinations on
the “Riviera Maya”, with a calm and tranquil atmosphere that surrounds the city
where you can rent a bike to discover the so-called “Zona Hotelera” or Hotel Zone
where you can discover a Holistic Approach to tourism. In recent years tourists
interested in a sustainable lifestyle have found their dream vacation at Tulum, with
constant Spiritual retirements, Yoga Lessons, and Ancient Mayan Massages,
there´s certainly a relaxing activity for you to disconnect from the busy city lifestyle.
Tulum has been on the international spotlight for its sustainable compromise,
where the city, hotels, Locals, and Tourists alike look for a spiritual way of living
that connects with an ecological way of existing. One of the most notable examples
of this can be seen on the hotels that innovate and are the paragon in the Eco
Luxury Tourism Sector, with hotels that are made from nature such as Azulik which
built the hotel with a local resource called Bejuco which is a native plant that grows
steady vines. Local hotels charm their guest with their top-of-the-line services
offered to their guest but also their Art collaborations and exhibits with Local and
International Artists for example in the “SFER IK Tulum” in the Tulum hotel zone or
the “City of Arts” UH May located in the outskirts of Tulum.
One of the City´s most recent Areas to gain popularity is called “La Veleta”
specifically in the 7th street of Tulum in which local chefs and international chefs
bring their cooking expertise, tradition, and culture through their restaurants. In this
corridor, you can experience the fusion of vegan, and vegetarian food with different
cultures such as Arabic, Mexican, Argentinian, Colombian, French, and Ayurvedic.
Tulum is also house of the ancient Mayan Cenotes.
Cenotes are natural sinkholes filled with crystal-clear water, and are one of
Mexico’s most enchanting natural wonders. Formed over thousands of years as
the limestone bedrock eroded, cenotes are like hidden entrances to an
underground aquatic world. These breathtaking pools are found mainly in the
Yucatán Peninsula, where hundreds of them are scattered across the landscape,
each with its own unique shape and size. With water so clear that you can often
see straight to the bottom, cenotes offer visitors a surreal experience, as if stepping
into a magical oasis surrounded by lush jungle and vibrant wildlife. Some cenotes
are open, offering unobstructed views of the sky, while others are semi-open or
completely enclosed in caves with stalactites and rock formations that create an
otherworldly atmosphere.
For the ancient Maya, cenotes held profound spiritual and cultural significance.
Known as “dzonot” in the Mayan language, cenotes were revered as sacred places
that connected the earthly realm to the underworld, or “Xibalba.” The Maya
believed that cenotes were gateways where they could communicate with the gods
and spirits of their ancestors. Cenotes were often used for religious ceremonies,
offerings, and even sacrificial rites to appease the gods. In some cenotes,
archaeologists have discovered artifacts like pottery, jewelry, and bones, left as
offerings to ensure favorable weather, bountiful harvests, and protection from
natural disasters.
Beyond their spiritual importance, cenotes were essential to Mayan daily life, as
they served as vital sources of fresh water in a region with few rivers or lakes.
Mayan settlements were often established near cenotes, which provided drinking
water, irrigation, and a place to bathe. Today, cenotes continue to captivate visitors
with their beauty, offering opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and diving in
crystal-clear waters. When you descend into a cenote, you’re not only stepping into
a natural wonder but also connecting with a place deeply intertwined with the rich
history and mysticism of the Mayan civilization.
Tulum is a unique experience that will surely surprise everyone traveling to this
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