By Dwight Malone
Tulum,
Mexico, probably isn't the first place that comes to mind when you think about visiting Mexico, but it is fast becoming a popular tourist destination. South of the more popular Cozumel and Cancun on the Yucatan Peninsula, Tulum is full of history but also offers visitors the same fun-filled activities they have come to expect from the Mexican
Caribbean.
Mayan Ruins
The most popular of the Mayan Ruins are in Tulum's archeological zone. The Tulum Ruins sit on the coast of the Caribbean Sea and are considered some the of the best-preserved ruin sites in Mexico.
Beaches
Tulum has gained popularity as a tourist destination in part because of its white limestone beaches. The miles of beaches are a popular spot for swimming and snorkeling. At the south of the archeological zone you'll find some of the area's most beautiful beaches, and they are far less crowded then many of the popular beaches.
Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
At the south end of the Tulum area, visitors can experience the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, an education center that offers fishing and kayaking as well as other activities. The center, which prides itself on being a model for sustainable development, also offers tours.
Hotels
More than a dozen tourist hotels are available in Tulum, many of them on the area's beautiful beaches. The hotels are quite varied and include boutique hotels, a five-star offering and more affordable lodging.
Tulum Pueblo
Tulum Pueblo is the city in the Tulum area. It houses an array of shops catering to both tourists and locals and a number of restaurants.
About the Author:
Dwight Malone is a journalist who has worked for various Chicago-area newspapers, including the "Chicago Tribune" and "Naperville Sun." He has been a writer, editor and graphic designer since 2000. Malone studied journalism at Eastern Illinois University.
