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The archeological site is the major attraction of Tulum, and is the last such site in the region know as the Riviera Maya. Within the site, there are three main pyramids which a visitor should try to see while there:
The Castle is the main building and the best known in the whole site. The Castle is the most impressive one by being on top of the cliff and having a complete oceanic view which is quite dramatic. Its architectural design displays large columns with carved serpents and the descending God figure of a traditional mayan finish.
The temple of the descending God. The mayan had many gods and in tulum they adored the descending god and its figure is included in the entrances and facades of the structures of the pyramides. It is drawn upside down as if descending from the heavens. The temple of the decending God also has depictions in wall painting of various other gods they used to have. The gods of the rain, fish, corn, and sun are those most associated with the mayan civilization
The Temple of the Frescos. This building preserves many of the murals and paintings in the original colors in blue, orange, red, black and white and carved stucco figures used commonly on the many structures of Tulum.
Another attraction near Tulum are the many cenotes. Tulum's cenotes are easily accesable and safe for you to explore and enjoy. Cenotes where sacred in the mayan civilization. They use to believe that they had healing powers, containing minerals like zinc that are believed to be good for general health. The most famous are the Grand cenote or "white cave", Dos Ojos or "Two Eyes", the cenote Calavera, and the Car Wash or "water cave".
Activities
Because of its laid back and relaxed atmosphere, the activities in tulum are just enjoying watching a sunrise while fishing or taking a look of the village by bicycle or going in a tour to the jungle or just relaxing under a shade laying in a hammock.
But also you can find more adventursome and out of the ordinary activities. SCUBA diving and snorkeling are a big attraction in Tulum there are many dive shops and cenote tours in the town that provides you with equipment and the certified divers and guides for this extreme adventure.
Tulum has the world's second-largest underwater coral reef along its coast, a spectacular and unforgattable atraction for those who enjoy the aventures of diving and snorkeling.
Or if you simply want to freshen up by taking a quick swim in the secluded beaches surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the nearby jungle brush.
Local Listings
Aktun Dive Center 871-2311
Hidden Worlds 877-8535
Shopping
After you are done visiting the ruins of Tulum, the open bazaar offers a chance to buy a variety of souvenirs from the gift shop that sells silver, clothing, pottery and gifts. Always rembember to bargain for a good price.
Through the main street of the village, the Avenida Tulum, you will find small gift shops and handcraft galleries. Here you can purchase exclusive mexican arts, crafts, furniture and decorations all with the local mexican touch.
Along the roadside to Tulum, small stands of vendors will be eager to sell you their colorful woven rugs and sarapes (small colorful blankets), sombreros, pareos, silver jewely and handcrafts.
Calender Of Events for the Riviera Maya
January 6-13
Riviera Maya Bike Adventure
April 18-25
Riviera Maya Bike Adventure
May and June
Puerto Aventuras International Fishing Tournament Regattas
August
Playa del Carmen Fishing Tournament
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The main castle of Tulum
Back of the castle towards the ocean
Preserved stella under a hut
Scuba diving shop
Rentals for all your activities
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