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Unspoilt. Unhurried. Unplugged. Laid-back. Bohemian. Eco-friendly.
Tulum has become Mexico’s hippest holiday destination and an icon of the Riviera Maya…
And rightly so. Long stretches of uninterrupted beach, soft white sand that is even finer than elsewhere along the coast, turquoise waters and a relaxed vibe. I don't know anybody who does not like Tulum beach.
Under the cliff, between a breathtaking paradise beach and turquoise waters, lies Tulum.
Considered one of the best beaches in the Riviera Maya, from which excursions are organized to the famous Mesoamerican Reef Barrier.
Tulum beach also hosts the archaeological site, which is visible when you are on the north side of the beach. Most Tulum ruin visitors remain on the northern beaches, located right by the Tulum Ruins…
There is a 3km stretch of beach on this side. If you want to put your towel down, this is the best area to do so. If you want to rent a lounger, with an umbrella you can too.
Personally, my favourite option has always been hammock. Laid-back. Bohemian. Eco-friendly.
It is basically a beach with a local flavour.
Tulum Ruins
The greatest attraction at the Tulum Ruins is its location. Built on a bluff facing the rising sun, this ruin site is the only Maya settlement located on the beaches of the Caribbean. The views continue to be described as spectacular as millions of people visit this Maya ruin in the Riviera Maya.
Fast Fun Facts about Tulum Ruins
Tulum site is one of the very few walled cities build by the Maya. These walls are located on only three sides of the settlement as the ocean protects the eastern borders.
The ruins are situated on 12-meter cliffs along the Caribbean
Tulum had an estimated population of 1,000 to 1,600 inhabitants.
Tulum was a major crossroads of trade from both land and sea managing trade from Central and South America into the Yucatan.
Tulum honored the “diving god” or “descending god” and “the god of the bee”, an important insect for the Maya even today.
Tulum is the single most frequently visited Maya ruin in the Yucatán Peninsula, receiving thousands of visitors every day.
Boat Ride
If you wish to see some turtles and manta ray, hop on!