Wide, sweeping beaches, soothing waters, and away from the ordinary... Tulum Mexico is an ecological retreat embraced with history and culture. Tulum radiates an extraordinary spiritual energy. It kindles your soul, and envelops you in traditional Riviera Maya hospitality. Wide, sweeping beaches and turquoise sea stretch along the coast. About 45 minutes south of Playa Del Carmen, Tulum is ideal for solitude, contemplation and communion with nature. Just north of the resort area is the famous archaeological site of Maya Tulum, one of Mexico's most visited attractions. Tulum is the modern-day name of the site meaning "wall" or "fortress". In ancient times it was believed to be," my fortress" city of the "Dawn". Spectacular archaeology is only part of Tulum's magic. Sun soaked days on deserted beaches and the sound of the waves rolling to shore provide a soothing atmosphere. Cool to the touch, beaches rated by the Travel Channel are pure white powder that never burns the soles of your feet. Sunkist shores dotted with palapa-type resorts are surrounded by a canopy of greenery. Long stretches of secluded coastline to the north are interrupted by a handful of resorts. At the southern end of the road mounds of white sand create small hills from atop which, you can see the beach stretch onward for miles. Some Tulum resorts and Tulum hotels provide a haven for spiritual exercise. Yoga and meditation programs enhance the serene ambience. Pamper yourself with a holistic swallow experience and sister resort to buying a scope hollow and I was a leak. Relax in the flotation tank, enjoy a massage or try the to mad cow parentheses purifying steam bath and parentheses. Bicycling around to the village offers another opportunity for relaxation. You can take in the scenery, browse the souvenir shops, or grab a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants. If you prefer more adventuresome activities, snorkeling or diving of the barrier reef and cenotes tops the list of waterborne fun. Over 110 cenotes and two of the longest underground rivers in the world are in the area. Signs along Highway 307 point to the entrances of cenotes, some with intricate caves and caverns such as Dos Ojos and Gran Cenote. Safety measures require special certification for cave and cavern dies. Some 15 minutes south of Tulum the sign near the entry gate to Sian Ka'an biosphere reserve details a staggering number of flora and fauna species within its boundaries. The reserve covers approximately 1.5 million acres. Birdwatching in Tulum is unsurpassed. Narrow jungle roads with very reserve leads to the villages of Boca Paila and , situated on a small peninsula, and Punta Allen at the southern end. Sportsmen love Boca Paila for its bone fishing and fly-fishing. Deep-sea fishing trips can be arranged at the local lodge. Known for its spiny lobster trapping, the quaint fishing village of Punta Allen is ideal for observing bird colonies, crocodiles and manatees. You'll find several guest houses and family-run restaurants, and a quiet beach.
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