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Tulum: An exotic archeological site known for its magnificent location just beside the blue waters of the Caribbean. Located in the state of Quintana Roo is the archeological zone of Tulum, Mayan city built at the end of the classic period, close to the year 1150. Its name comes from the Mayan word which in English means “fence, hedge or wall”.

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Activities and Sightseeing

We recommend you to visit the following sights in Tulum:

	Tulum Ruins: The beauty of the site strives in its location besides the sea; Tulum offers a stunning sight to the blue
	waters of the Caribbean with a blend of Mayan history. Tulum was known to its residents as Záma one of the last
	pre-Columbian Mayan cities and was actually a fortress. There is a large wall built as protection and 50 buildings
	dedicated to worship. This is definitely a gorgeous site you must not miss.

	Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve: Located 7 Km south from Tulum is the Centro Ecológico Sian Ka’an (“where the
	sky is born”) the largest reserve in the Caribbean. Is over 5200 KM² and comprise 23 archeological sites, 103 mammal
	species, 336 bird species, turtle nesting and more, all over savannas, tropical forest, lagoons, cenotes, mangroves
	and coral reefs. The best way to visit the reserve is taking a tour (www.cesiak.org)

	Hidden World: Is a Cenote park, (www.hiddenworlds.com.mx) offers adventurous tours to the beautiful cenotes such:
	Cenote dos ojos the largest set of underwater caverns in the world, Tal Be Ha the subterranean mystical garden and the
	newly discovered Dreamgate.

	Xel-Ha: a water theme park that offers water and adventure activities, natural and ecological attractions, aquarium,
	turtle camp and dolphins. (Located 13 Km from Tulum; www.xel-ha.com )

Important Info

	Tourist office: There is no official tourist office but there is the
	Weary Traveler Backpacker´s Center (871 23 89 or 871 23 90)
	across the street from the bus station. There are also booths
	at the entrance of Tulum ruins.

	Police: (871 2055)

	Pharmacy: Canto Farmacia on the west side of Mex. 307,
	on the same block as the bus station (daily 8am-11pm)

	Internet: Savana, 3 block north of the bus station on the east
	side of Mex. 308.

	ATM´s: HSBC on Av. Tulum (AT´Ms 24hrs)

How to get around

Numerous taxis are available, set a price before getting in. Alternatively rent a bike.

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