Every eager traveler who has ever thought of heading to Mexico will have no doubt come across the state of Yucatán as part of their research, and they should make it a destination on their bucket list. Home to some of the most breathtaking beaches in the world, as well as historical sites dating back …
Chichen itza
In all its majesty and grandeur, Chichén Itzá welcomed one and a half million tourists in the first half of the year, as reported by The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH). This makes the site the most visited archeological site in all of Mexico, with Teotihuacan near Mexico City ranking second. Of the …
History lovers in the Riviera Maya received exciting news this Monday- a new section of the Riviera Maya’s most famous archaeological zone will soon be open to the public to explore. Chichen Itza Viejo, or Old Chichen Itza, will open to the public for the first time on September 2 this year. Chichen Itza Viejo …
Tourists who flock to the Riviera Maya to experience Mayan culture and civilization have yet another reason to make the trip to Chichen Itza this June. On June 19, a recently discovered solar phenomenon will be visible at Chichen Itza. Archaeologists discovered the phenomenon this May while studying the Ossuary, an eleven-century-old astronomical observatory. They …
Tourists continue to flock to museums in the Riviera Maya this year, and soon, they will have even more to choose from. Three museums will soon open in the region, including one at Chichen Itza, the Puuc Archaeological Park, and the Dzibilchaltun Archaeological Zone. This comes as officials take note of statistics showing that tourists …
According to reports from the Quintana Roo Secretariat of Tourism, almost half of all tourists staying at all-inclusive resorts venture outside their resorts to experience the diverse attractions of the Riviera Maya. Although Cancun travel is often stereotyped as isolated tourists hiding away in luxurious hotels, the reality is very different for travelers with a …
Increasing numbers of tourists are participating in ecotourism while visiting the Maya Riviera, according to statistics provided by industry specialists. Cancun is located near pristine beaches, lush jungles, and crystal-clear ocean waters, giving tourists who want to experience nature a wide array of options. During the Easter holiday, traditionally the busiest time for Cancun tourism, …
Yet another tourist has disrespected the famous archaeological site of Chichen Itza by climbing up the steps of the historic pyramid. The climbing of the steps has long since been banned by the authorities for reasons such as respect, safety and the preservation of the much-loved ruins. @elporvenirmx Oootro turista que no entiende 😡 Un …
Already Mexico’s most visited cultural tourism site, Chichén Itzá, continues to develop new ways to improve visitors’ experience. The Chichén Itzá Archaeological Zone is constructing a new museum to showcase ancient artifacts to tourists who wish to understand Mayan culture and history better. The new museum, called “Chichén Viejo,” will display more than 800 historical …
When it comes to safe destinations for vacation there are many places that come to mind, from the super-safe streets of Munich in the shadow of the Alps to Seattle, Washington — but this city near Cancun is one of the safest in the world. There is no shortage of beautiful spots to explore across …