Holidays in Mexico are wonderful sandy beaches, washed by the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean; great opportunities for classes active species water sports, from surfing to diving; picturesque mountains with many natural attractions; just under 70 national parks and various reserves with rich flora and fauna; ancient cities of the Mayans and Aztecs; colonial architecture and much more. The country of cacti and hot chili peppers, combining centuries-old traditions of Indian civilizations and Spanish culture, gave the world mariachi music, popular gastronomy, tequila and inspiration for the writer Carlos Castaneda, who developed his own teaching based on Indian traditions, which became a bestseller.
One of the features of Mexico's geographic location is the possibility of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. The capital of the country, Mexico City, is located in a seismically active zone, so new buildings there are erected in a special way, specially strengthened. Locality in the area of another large city Guadalajara falls within the range of the Colima volcano, which made itself remembered in 2005.
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It is worth coming to Mexico, at a minimum, to get acquainted with three important components of its culture: the cities of the Mayans and Aztecs, colonial architecture and painting of the first third of the 20th century. The latter is represented, first of all, by such names as Frida Kahlo, an unusual artist, many books and films are dedicated to her paintings and personality; Diego Rivera, an equally famous painter belonging to such a movement as “muralism”, and Jose Orozco, whose wall paintings decorate many buildings in Mexico, including the Palace fine arts in Mexico City and the UNESCO-protected Cabañas Hospital in Guadalajara.
Teotihuacan
All three of these elements are closely interrelated: the Mayans and Aztecs influenced what was brought to new land in 16th century Spanish art. Artists of the 20th century were keenly interested in Indian art and even, like Diego Rivera, collected it, as evidenced by the rich exhibition in the Rivera Museum in Mexico City.
Anyone who visits the capital of the country can see this close multicultural plexus, a number of major cities and such ancient settlements as Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza, Palenque, Monte Alban, Uxmal, Ek Balam and Coba,
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– the embodiment of an ideal tourist destination: the country not only meets the most optimistic expectations of travelers, but also amazes with unexpected discoveries. The country, whose history dates back three thousand years, boasts an amazing cultural and spiritual heritage. Ancient cities of powerful civilizations (Aztecs, Olmecs and Mayans), a vibrant, original culture that united the traditions of numerous regions of the country, colonial treasures, magnificent beaches, including best beaches world, lush tropical nature, original, world-famous cuisine turn Mexico into the dream of any tourist.
Tequila, cheerful Mexicans in sombreros, human-sized cacti are just the tip of the iceberg that hides the real riches of the country: living Indian cultures, unique architectural monuments, natural wonders and a special atmosphere filled with ancient magic. Take part in a pagan mass, learn one of the beautiful Indian legends, climb to the top of the pyramid, see with your own eyes the new wonder of the world Chichen Itza, dive into the underwater world of the second largest barrier reef in the world, take a walk through the most crowded city on the planet, Mexico City - exploring Mexico will require more than one trip.
It has truly unique opportunities for all types of tourism. Among the most popular entertainment: historical excursions, beach holiday, diving (Cozumel Island, Marietas Islands near Puerto Vallarta); caving diving, swimming in a cenote, rappelling into caves (Yucatan Peninsula); mystical purification ceremonies in Mayan traditions; ecotourism (boat trips in the mangroves on the Riviera Maya, Xcaret Ecopark, hiking in the Sierra Madre mountains, etc.), folklore evenings, visits to tequila factories, nightclubs in Cancun, Acapulco, and many others.
(United Mexican States) - a state in the south of North America, washed by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Mexico is a federal republic consisting of 31 states and the Federal Capital District.
Square- 1958.2 thousand km2.
Population- 89.95 million people, mostly Mexicans.
Official language- Spanish.
Religion- mainly Catholicism.
Head of State and Government- the president.
Legislature
- bicameral parliament (Senate and Chamber of Deputies).
Capital- Mexico City.
Currency unit- Mexican peso.
Time: It is 9 hours behind Moscow. From the first Sunday in April to October - summer time.
Subtropical in the north, tropical in the south. The average annual air temperature in resort areas and in areas located no higher than 1700 meters above sea level is +25° C. At resorts, the air temperature ranges from +22° C to +35° C throughout the year. In Mexico City and in the mountainous regions of the country during the winter months, daytime temperatures can drop to +16° C. It should also be borne in mind that the difference between night and day temperatures in some regions of Mexico can be 20°. The rainy season lasts from June to September; The increased precipitation is most felt along the Gulf Coast.
Nature and geography
Occupying an area of almost 2 million square meters. km, Mexico is shaped like a loop, stretching from northwest to southeast, narrowing closer to the Tehuantepec Isthmus and expanding again in the Yucatan. In the west and south, Mexico is washed by the Pacific Ocean. Peninsula California and Big Earth divides the Gulf of California. The eastern coast of Mexico is washed by the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and the eastern coast of Yucatan extends into the Caribbean Sea. The country's land borders separate it from the United States in the north and from Guatemala and Belize in the southeast.
Mexico - Mountain country. Two mountain range to the north and south the country is framed by a group of broad plateaus in central Mexico known as the Altiplano Central. In the south, the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains stretch across the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca to the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. From the isthmus, a narrow line of lowlands runs along the Pacific coast to Guatemala. Beyond these lowlands are the Chiapas highlands, which transition into hot tropical rainforests that also extend into Guatemala. The plains and lowlands of the Yucatan Peninsula are covered with tropical savannas.
Thanks to geographical location Mexico has countless natural and plant areas, and the mountainous nature of the landscape contributes to the creation of microclimatic zones. Despite the potential for great ecological diversity, the impact of human activity is felt here. Before the Spanish conquest, almost 2/3 of the country was covered with forests. Today, forests remain only on 1/5 of Mexico's territory, mainly in the east and south. Increasingly expanding livestock grazing areas are forcing wild animals such as cougars, deer and coyotes to seek refuge in isolated habitats. However, armadillos, hares and snakes are very common, and in the tropical forests of the south and east live howler monkeys and spider monkeys, jaguars, ocelots, tapirs, anteaters, wild pigs, deer, parrots, toucans, and some tropical reptiles like the boa constrictor, although all these forest dwellers are oppressed.
The climate in Mexico varies according to the topography of the area, namely, it is hot and humid on both coasts of the country, but inland areas, such as Guadalajara or Mexico City, the climate is drier and more temperate. The hot and humid season lasts from May to October, with the hottest and wettest months being from June to September. Low-lying coastal areas receive more rainwater than inland areas. The coolest time of the year lasts from December to February. It is during this period that the cold blows north winds, sometimes causing the air temperature to drop below zero.
If you want to be alone with nature, then you are on the right track. Mexico is an incomparable mosaic of ecosystems: after all, we are talking about a country that ranks fourth in the world in terms of biological diversity. Mexico has 58 national parks and biosphere reserves, in addition to many beautiful natural areas:
- If you want to see whales, take a trip to Mar de Cortez - that's what Mexico calls the Gulf of California. From Guamas (Sonora) to La Paz (Baja California) there are hundreds of islands where seabirds nest.
- For a different experience, take the train from Los Mochis to Chihuahua and stop in the towns of Bauchivo, Divisadero and Creel to explore Barrancas del Cobre (Copper Gorge), Urique and Batopilas. Copper Gorge is four times longer and one and a half times deeper than the famous Colorado Canyon.
- The great central plateau contains some of the most high peaks continent. The Popocatepetl volcano always attracts mountain and adventure lovers. The ascent can begin in the village of Tlamacas.
- Every winter, tens of millions of king butterflies fly to Mexico to escape the northern cold. Visits to only one of their reserves, located in the vicinity of Zitacuaro (Michoacan state), are allowed.
- Seven of the world's eight species sea turtles choose Mexican beaches to lay eggs. Observing this is a privilege that nature grants only to those who know how to respect it. To visit these reserves, permission from the Ministry of Fisheries or accompanied by professional guides is required.
- The south of Mexico is the most large area tropical forests north of the Amazon. There you can visit the biosphere reserve in Montes Azules (Blue Mountains), get acquainted with the surroundings of the city of Tenosique (Tabasco state) or Palenque. Don't miss the opportunity to go to the Lagoons of Montebello or take a boat tour from the archaeological zone of Chiapa de Corzo to the Sumidero Gorge (Chiapas state). The El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, located near the city of Escuintla (Chiapas state), is not at all similar to these cloud forests. This is one of the few places where you can see the quetzal bird - the most beautiful bird in the world.
- The entire Yucatan Peninsula is a true miracle of nature. Tropical forests and grasslands border the Caribbean Sea and are home to the world's second largest coral reef. All these ecosystems are located in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve (Quintana Roo state), south of Tulum.
Many of the above-mentioned places are under state protection, and in order to preserve their integrity, access to them may be limited. Before you travel, check with the tourism office in your respective state capital.
Helpful information
Holidays and non-working days:
September 16 (Independence Day (1810), November 1-2 (All Souls' Day), December 12 (Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe), December 25 (Christmas). In addition to these holidays, the country celebrates Holy Week (March or April) Carnival is very popular and takes place in March or February.
Climate:
Subtropical in the north, tropical in the south. The Mexican Highlands area is usually cooler than the coast, where the air temperature does not drop below +20 C even in winter. Northern Mexico experiences little snow in winter. At resorts (Acapulco) the temperature ranges from +22 C (winter) to +35 C (summer). Typically, a distinction is made between dry and wet seasons, which are formed under the influence of tropical cyclones that bring heavy rainfall and sometimes reach destructive power. The rainy season occurs from June to September and is especially pronounced on the Gulf Coast.
Language:
The official language is Spanish (Mexico is the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world). In addition, local ethnic groups speak their native languages (Nahuatl, Mayan, Otomi, Zapoteca, etc.). English is widely spoken.
Currency:
The monetary unit is the Mexican Peso. There are banknotes in denominations of 100, 50, 20 and 10 pesos and coins of 50, 20, 10 and 5 centavos (cents). 1 peso = 100 centavos (cents). The import of foreign currency is not limited (declaration is required), national currency - no more than 5 thousand pesos. The export of imported foreign currency is allowed, national currency - no more than 5 thousand pesos.
Currency exchange:
Banks are open from 9.00 to 17.00 on weekdays and from 9.00 to 14.00 on Saturday. Banks are closed on Sunday. Currency can also be exchanged in large hotels, airports, and currency exchange offices.
What to take with you:
Sunscreen, warm clothes (if the tour program includes a visit to mountainous regions), comfortable clothes and shoes for visiting archaeological sites, a swimsuit. You can buy a sun hat in Mexico itself.
Purchases
Tequila (the most famous brands are “Jose Cuervo”, “Sauza”, etc.). Taxco is famous for its original high-quality silver jewelry, wicker baskets and painted wooden animal figurines, San Cristobal de las Casas for its hand-woven items and embroidered shirts, Morelia for its sweets, Guadalajara for its handmade Huichol souvenirs, Zacatecas for its with woven bedspreads and cactus sweets, Merida with blouses, jewelry, hammocks of all colors and sizes.
Customs regulations:
Import prohibited: fruits, vegetables, plants, cuttings and seeds of plants, flowers; medications that the passenger does not use; psychotropic substances; pornographic publications. The export of: archaeological valuables, antiques, rare animals and birds, their skins and stuffed animals, national currency over 10 thousand US dollars is prohibited. Duty-free import: personal items (clothing, toiletries, etc.), cigarettes - up to 200 pcs. (or up to 50 cigars, or up to 250 grams of tobacco), alcoholic beverages - up to 3 liters, household appliances, photo, audio, radio and video equipment, sports equipment, 1 item per person, souvenirs and gifts, the cost of which does not exceed 300 US dollars. When leaving Mexico - $18 per passenger, excluding children under 2 years of age and transit passengers.
Electricity:
Mains voltage is 110/127 volts.
Connection:
International calls are extremely expensive due to the high tax rate of 49%. It is recommended to use telephone service if your correspondent can pay, even then a high service tax will be added to his bill.
The shops:
Shops are open from 10.00. until 22.00. Break for the traditional "siesta" from 14.00. until 16.00. Payment by credit cards is possible. VAT (IVA) in Mexico is 15%. By law it must be included in the price, but in some expensive hotels prices are quoted excluding tax.
National cuisine, drinks:
Mexican cuisine is famous for its culinary traditions all over the world. You may find some dishes a little spicy at first, but you will still appreciate their taste. As a rule, national dishes are not complete without at least one of three typical components: tortillas (corn tortillas), beans and hot chili peppers.
The appetizers are genius, just like everything simple. Actually, most popular snacks - nachos, quesadillas, tacos, tostados, chimichangas - are the same unleavened corn tortillas (not only from corn, but also from wheat “imported” by the Spaniards) with fillings from corn, beans, peppers, cheeses, meats minced meat with tomatoes, for example, picadillo.
Stews with seafood, legumes, and spices are common. Salt, chili and tortillas must be on the table. Hot dishes are prepared from several types of meat; goulash olla podrida, fried beef ribbons with a bean side dish, carne asado, and even the famous chili con carne, the preparation of which is held in real championships, are popular. Again, hot flatbreads with fillings: reminiscent of our dumplings or empanadas, which were once a simple omelette, and then turned into a kind of enchiladas rolls, thick, like packs on the back of a donkey, burritos. Well, for lovers of antiquity - aromatic tamales, steamed pieces of corn dough, wrapped in a leaf of corn on the cob and topped with a sauce of your choice.
The most famous Mexican dessert is the sweet royal bread Rosca de Reyes, the center of which is filled with dried fruit, and a doll is placed inside, symbolizing the Christ Child and the onset of the fiesta.
Tips: It is customary to leave it in restaurants, bars, porters, taxi drivers, etc. - 10% of the total bill.
Safety: The hotel area is a calm and reliable part of the city, but the usual precautions, as in any foreign city, will not be superfluous.
Health: Most hotels, especially high class, have purified and potable water, but it is nevertheless recommended to drink drinking water in commercially bottled plastic bottles, which are sold in all grocery stores and bars.
Emergency numbers: Police, ambulance, fire brigade and other emergencies - 06.
Mexico map
IN North America There is a wonderful, amazing and vibrant country called Mexico.
Mexico It is washed on one side by the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, on the other by the Pacific Ocean. There are many different islands on its watery territory. The country occupies a vast area - approximately 2 million square meters.
The capital of Mexico is Mexico City. The city is located almost in the very heart of the country. The climate is mainly subtropical. There are more than a hundred museums in the capital and the International Book Fair is held annually.
The population is almost 9 million people. The national language is Spanish, but many people also understand English. Mexicans– people are cheerful, sociable and simple-minded. Any conversation is accompanied by a smile. All holidays in Mexico 
accompanied by cheerful songs and dances. They are used to walking until the morning. Musicians always dress in beautiful suits and always wear a wide-brimmed hat. Mexico is famous for its best discos in Acapulco, from dusk to dawn. Scuba diving in an underwater cave gives you the opportunity to be surrounded by a variety of exotic animals. Turquoise waves invite you into their warm and gentle embrace, and dazzling white beaches make your holiday an unforgettable experience.
The country provides the opportunity to visit equally charming resorts. For example, Cancun- most famous resort Caribbean Sea. This wonderful place is also called “ Caribbean paradise" All the secrets of the mysterious past are hidden in it. Also a unique chance to engage in water sports - for lovers active rest. The most widely developed are diving and surfing. Acapulco – attracts tourists mainly for its fantastic nightlife on the Pacific coast. Riviera Maya introduce you to your amazing national parks. The most popular and famous beauties are divine pyramids of Teotihucan, 
Yucatan Peninsula, Uxmal– Mayan ceremonial center and a huge number of other beautiful places associated with mysterious civilization Mayan. Mexico is a country for those who like it hot. Here they add chili pepper to every dish, even ice cream. The main ingredients are corn tortillas and legumes, mainly beans.
Among alcoholic drinks, the most popular is tequila. There are over three hundred species of it. Mexican wines, beer and brandy are also good. But it is customary to drink alcohol only at home, since appearing on the street while intoxicated is not accepted and is considered impolite towards the residents of the country.
Among non-alcoholic drinks, iced hibiscus tea, “horchata” (cooked with rice flour) and hot thick chocolate are widely used, which they treat their guests to.
Mexico attracts vacationers with its unique history, amazing architecture, interesting culture and, of course, spicy exotic cuisine. But, however, most tourists come here for the magnificent beaches that are protected by reefs.
Geography of Mexico
Mexico photographed from space
Our house Casa Manana is a spacious two-story villa, located actually on the beach. Coming down from the veranda, you immediately find yourself on warm snow-white sand. And, despite the fact that the house is surrounded by hotels, the beach near the house is quiet and not crowded. Mostly, vacationers walk along the beach of the Mayan Riviera, which stretches for many kilometers from Cancun to Tulum. There were very few swimmers at all, although the water temperature reached 27 degrees. Either everyone was scared by rumors about sharks, or there was too much grass brought from the reef, but vacationers preferred walking rather than water procedures.
All around Mexico the sea or ocean is a welcome opportunity for lazy relaxation and complete unity with the local unhurried rhythm of life. But there are enough places where you can spend time and also touch history ancient civilization Mayan. It's varied natural parks and adventure parks, as well as amazing underworld caves, lakes and rivers. There are quite a few ancient Mayan cities in the area, the largest known ones are Chichen Itza(Chichen Itza), Tulum (Tulum) and Coba (Coba). All are located within a two-hour drive from Cancun.
We diversified our lazy holiday with a trip to Xcaret Park, as well as a trip to Chichen Itza.
Xcaret – natural Park, which has everything to fully enjoy the local flora and fauna. Here is an aquarium, which presents the life of the reef, a piece of the tropics with butterflies, and underground rivers which you can swim by renting equipment (vest, fins and mask). Among the local representatives of the animal world in the park you can see pumas, jaguars, manatees, crocodiles, and various tropical birds.
The coastline of the bay is indented. Due to the predominantly low banks, the outline coastline Hurricanes change frequently. There are many wetlands in low-lying coastal areas.
The bottom near the coast is sandy, pebble-sandy, with depth - silty-sandy, silty and clayey.
The shelf zone of the northwestern part of the bay contains rich oil and gas fields, the development of which has repeatedly led to environmental disasters associated with pollution of the bay waters by spilled oil.
However, the ecology of many areas of the World Ocean is under the pressure of intense pollution from traces and waste of human activity, and no Osmo aquafilters will save the living world from destruction if we do not realize the harm and danger of our actions.
Animal and vegetable world The Gulf of Mexico, as befits a warm-water body of water, is very rich and diverse. In the shallow coastal waters, zooplankton is rapidly developing, which is the basis of the food chain of the local fauna. Conditions for the flourishing of microorganisms are created by well-warmed coastal waters and the richness of the water in microelements washed off from low-lying areas of land. Further, in open waters, zooplankton significantly less - less here is the density of population of life.
Macroalgae are represented by Thalassia tortoiseshell, Cymodoceaceae and some other species.
Bottom life is richly represented by numerous mollusks, incl. cephalopods, shellfish, as well as echinoderms (starfish, urchins), crustaceans (spiny lobsters, crabs, hermit crabs, shrimp and small crustaceans of various types). Lots of sea worms, snakes and other invertebrate aquatic animals.
Among the mammals of the Gulf of Mexico, several species of dolphins can be noted. Occasionally, humpback whales and sperm whales swim here.
Fish in the Gulf of Mexico are represented by a large number of species. Small fish come to feast on the numerous plankton, as well as the main commercial object of the bay - a fish of the herring family - medchen. This is a small herring (up to 50 cm), forming huge schools in surface waters. There is a lot of American sardinella and sardinella alasha here.
Other predatory fish are busy hunting for herring - bluefish, swordfish, marlin, sharks. Large fish also hunt for tuna and pine nuts. Among the bottom fish, one can note yellowtail and black-backed flounder, gray croakers (relatives of the Black Sea croakers). Near the mouth of the Mississippi there live many fish that are not afraid of desalination of water - tarpon, those same croakers and even gray bull sharks. These predators were found in the river bed far from the mouth.
The main fisheries are medchen, tuna, oysters, and lobsters. In some places, sharks are intensively hunted, especially some species of gray ones (soup, silky, etc.). The tender, fatty meat of these boneless fish and, especially, the fins are prized.
Sea turtles, which were previously numerous in the waters of the bay, are becoming increasingly rare these days. However, here you can still find species such as green, loggerhead, and hawksbill.
Sport fishing is carried out for blue marlin, swordfish, and sharks.
There are also accidents involving large sharks attacking swimmers. Thus, in February 2011, a shark bit a tourist from Canada on the beach in Cancun (Mexico). Fortunately, the woman survived.
At the same resort in March 2011, our compatriot also suffered from shark teeth. The shark’s teeth left a laceration on her leg, but the Russian woman’s life is not in danger (more about these cases here).
Most incidents with sharks occur due to vacationers not observing basic precautions when swimming in the sea or ocean.
In which vacationers will find gorgeous sandy beaches, unusual vibrant cities and mysterious pyramids. Mexican resorts can be chosen to suit any, even the most demanding taste.
Many people, coming here for the first time, cannot get rid of the feeling that they have already been here. And this is not surprising. After all, many have seen numerous commercials that were filmed in these heavenly places. Coconut palms, clean and warm sea water, snow-white sand and gentle sun - all this can be found on the coasts of Mexico.
Why do many people choose to vacation in Mexico?
Mexico is paradise A land where first-class resorts, tropical nature and five-star hotels are concentrated on a small area of the planet. Every year a huge number of tourists choose this country as their holiday destination.
Mexico is a vacation best coasts Riviera Maya and Cancun are monuments of ancient civilizations, diving and fishing, tequila, surfing, disco, Mexican cuisine. This is the whole of Mexico, where smells, tastes, colors - everything is bright, juicy and clean. Just have time to enjoy it.
It is a country with a colorful mixture of three cultures: Caribbean, Indian and Spanish. Mexico attracts tourists with its interesting culture, history, exotic cuisine, and amazing architecture. But most tourists come here because of the amazing coastline.
General characteristics of the beaches of Mexico
According to Mexican law, all beaches are state property, therefore they are public.
Such attractions of the country are divided into two large groups: Caribbean coast and Pacific coast.
The beaches of the Caribbean coast are famous for their white sand, warm sea. Most of them are protected by reefs. This is Cancun.
The beaches of the Pacific coast are famous for surfing enthusiasts. In addition, they amaze with the beauty of their waters and huge waves.
The flavor of Mexico is the opportunity to combine relaxation on the beach and excursions to the ruins of ancient Indian cities. For example, the Tulum resort combines exactly these unique features. Not far from it is the famous resort complex which is considered the center of the Mayan Riviera.
Close to the Riviera is the world famous resort of Cancun, which offers nightlife, hotels and beautiful beaches. Next to this resort is the Island of Women, which is shrouded in romantic legends and traditions.
For lovers of secluded have a relaxing holiday The beaches of the Pacific coast are suitable: Punta de Mita, Los Cabos, Huatulco, Costa Alegre. There are also places for surfing lovers: Puerto Escondido and Oaxaca. And of course, the pearl of the Pacific coast is Acapulco, the most visited resort in the country.
All beaches in Mexico are free, public, and sandy. On the territory of any of them there are numerous cafes and restaurants that offer to taste unique Mexican dishes with an abundance of hot chili peppers and local spices.
The main component of all the coasts of Mexico is the safety of swimmers. Many of them are in the area open sea, and this creates the danger of underwater currents. A system has been adopted here to alert vacationers about weather conditions:
- a black or red flag means danger, you cannot swim with them;
- yellow flag - indicates changing weather conditions, caution must be exercised;
- green - normal conditions, swimming is allowed;
- white - excellent conditions, you can engage in any kind of water activities.
According to vacationers and tourists who leave reviews on the Internet, the best beaches in Mexico are: Cancun, Acapulco, Los Cabos, Cozumel, Riviera Maya beaches, Hidden Beach, Puerto Vallarta beaches.
Cancun
The most popular resort in Mexico, which is among the top ten popular resorts peace. It is located on the Yucatan Peninsula on sand spit and is famous for its white sandy beaches, clear sea water and tropical exotic plants.
The resort is dotted with first-class hotels and hotels. The recreational season here is year-round; the temperature difference between winter and summer is only a few degrees.
Cancun consists of two parts: the city center and the hotel area. Local residents live in the center; the hotel area is built only for vacationers and tourists. There are more than 50 five-star hotels in the area. Fitness centers and sports complexes, nightclubs and discos, as well as other entertainment facilities in the resort area are also built here.
The sand spit on which Cancun is located is divided into two components: short and long. The sea in the first part is calm and quiet. The coast of the long part of the spit is not protected from the ocean. Therefore here all year round waves.
Acapulco
Another world famous resort in Mexico is Acapulco. It was at this resort that a huge number of beach series and romantic commercials were filmed and are being filmed. Acapulco is located near the capital of Mexico. Therefore, this resort is considered purely Mexican. A mild warm climate, sandy beaches, clear lagoon waters - this is all the resort of Acapulco. The bay is one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
In addition, Acapulco is a city with a long history. In 1530, Spanish ships were built here. Acapulco in the 16th century was the second important port of the newly discovered territory.
Acapulco and Cancun are the oldest resorts in the country. But the Acapulco resort gained worldwide fame only in the early 60s, when Hollywood stars began to visit Mexican beaches. This is the favorite resort of Robert de Niro and Madonna. It was the favorite vacation spot of Marilyn Monroe and other celebrities.
Acapulco is a night resort. Nights of carnivals and entertainment that last until dawn. But besides such life, the resort is known for a huge number of small beaches, often with isolated bays and hidden shores, where you can swim in privacy in silence, far from the bustle of large cities.
Los Cabos
Los Cabos is an elite young and expensive resort in the country. Mostly wealthy Americans come here to vacation. Local residents there is practically none here. Los Cabos is famous for its snow-white hotels, exotic nature, fishing and diving.
Elite golf courses are equipped here, desert safaris are organized in jeeps, and you can engage in any kind of water sports. In addition, there are unique sand and coral reefs. At any hotel you can buy a tour for first-class sea fishing: sailfish, marlin, black perch. From January to April, you can watch whales coming into the bay from the shore.
Cozumel
The largest coral island in Mexico. Almost the entire territory of the island is a national reserve. The resort is unique in that the entire island is buried in the jungle, there are a lot of fishing huts on the beach, and the ruins of the Mayan civilization have been preserved.
The resort is also famous for its underwater world. This is one of the largest coral reefs (its length under water is about 700 kilometers), second in size only to the Great Coral Reef of Australia. This resort is very popular among divers, both professional and amateur. In addition, the best and most dangerous diving sites in the world are located here - the many kilometers of underwater caves of Santa Rosa and Punta Sur.
The underwater world of the resort includes about 700 species of reptiles, 220 species of amphibians, 200 species of tropical fish. At depth, divers can fully enjoy the beauty of the landscapes and test themselves from a professional point of view.
Beaches of Riviera Maya
There are 6 beaches on the Riviera Maya coast. Each of them has its own zest and its own unusual flavor: Maroma, Akumal, Tulum, Sian Kaan, Boca Paila, Puerto Morelos.
Maroma is a beach on the Yucatan coast, from the border with Belize to the resort of Cancun. Turquoise water and sandy white beaches, calm warm sea water, hectares of jungle. This is the most beautiful resort peace.
Akamul has two beaches: one in Half Moon Bay, the second in Akumal Bay. Coast with turquoise water, very calm water, but with a rich underwater world. The resort attracts with the opportunity to swim with turtles.
Tulum - snow-white sand, ruins of Mayan fortifications, turquoise water - one of the best beaches in Mexico. Here you can easily combine swimming and sunbathing on the coast with a visit to the ruins of an ancient settlement.
Sian Ka'an is a biosphere reserve beach. They are a continuation resort complex Tulum. The coastline is lined with mangroves. Suitable for secluded relaxation and communication with nature.
Boca Paila is one of Mexico's romantic beaches, where a tropical idyll combines with sea beauty. Not far from the coast is the Boca Pile cottage - one of the best for fishing. In addition, it provides first-class services and comfortable rooms.
Puerto Morelos is a fishing village. Famous for its secluded beach. It is very wide, not crowded with vacationers. An ideal place to relax and swim in clean, clear, calm water. Favorite place divers. The reefs are 500 meters away from the shore. Local fishermen bring lovers of the underwater depths to the reefs.
Hidden Beach
Off the coast of a small island in Pacific Ocean located
It is located inside the rocks of one of the islands of the Marieta archipelago and resembles a large pool carved into an open-topped cave. It is called “hidden” because the rock walls block the beach from the outside world.
It's perfect for lovers and was originally called the "Beach of Love" in Mexico. This unique place Thanks to the Internet, it became famous throughout the world.
The imagination and richness of the underwater world amazes. More than a hundred species of fish live here. You can meet stingrays, sea turtles, octopuses, dolphins, and humpback whales.
The easiest way to get to Marieta Island and hidden beach Mexico - this will join the excursion. This Boat trip along the Marieta Archipelago, which includes a visit to the romantic seaside.
Beaches of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta is a resort city located on the coast of Banderas Bay. The city was founded in 1851. Today, its ancient buildings harmoniously coexist with modern, ultra-fashionable hotels.
The resort is very popular among diving enthusiasts, aquatic species sports, fishing and windsurfing.
There are about ten beaches along the coast of Puerto Vallarta. The most popular of them are Destiladeras and La Manzanilla. They are famous for their large number of vacationers and developed tourist infrastructure. But the most popular is Los Muertos Beach. It is the largest in the resort and is located near the old town.
The Internet is replete with numerous reviews about the beaches of Mexico. Tourists who have visited this country note that all the vacation spots are very picturesque, the water is clean and transparent. There is also the opportunity to combine a beach holiday with a cultural one. In addition, this is a paradise for divers.
All the resorts of Mexico with their history, ancient ruins, exotic gastronomy, vibrant nightlife, as well as the quiet romantic coasts and lagoons, attract millions of tourists here every year. Mexico is ideal for a romantic honeymoon or holiday with children, or simply for an unforgettable vacation alone.
