Home to one of the world’s largest barrier reef, Cancun is an ideal place for scuba diving and
snorkeling. For those who are not into
water activities, you will find golfing or fishing areas. For the shopaholic, you will shop till you
drop, as you will find shops galore. For
the party animal, Cancun is notorious for
their nightlife, this place is rocking with tons of bars and night clubs for
every night owl. As far as
accommodation, Cancun runs the gamut. It has everything from luxurious villas to
all-inclusive resorts, to budget hotels, many accommodation options. You’ll be able to find accommodations in Cancun that meets your budget and your needs.
My main purpose to come to Cancun was I had to see Chichen Itza . I love history and have always been
fascinated by the Maya Civilization. My day tour to Chichen Itza
was the highlight of my trip. It was
amazing seeing the ancient Maya ruins. A
tour through Chichen Itza
is a trip back in time and a learning journey on most of the Maya history
. Remember they predicted the end of
world, December 21, 2012, the end times prophecy, doomsday. If you love history, please do not miss this
place, even if you don’t love history, you will be fascinated by the Maya
Civilization. I found it mind boggling.
Okay, history in a nut-shell on the Maya Civilization. I am so fascinated by this place that I want
to give a brief history lesson. Chichen Itza was once one
of the most powerful cities of the Maya.
The history of Chichen Itza
is mysterious, and written records are scarce. Most sources agree that from
approximately AD 250 to AD 900, Chichen
Itza existed mainly as a ceremonial center for the
Maya. Civilization weakened, and the
Maya abandoned their religious centers and the rural land around them, between
900 AD and 1000 AD. The Maya civilization stopped making
monuments, why, no one seems to know for sure.
What we do know for certain is the Maya civilization was one of the most
advance and sophisticated cultures in the Western
Hemisphere . The Maya are
famed for their impressive knowledge of mathematics and astronomy, which were
essential to their religious rituals.
When you visit you will see why I find it mind boggling, they were so
ahead of time. They are also known for
the practice of human sacrifice, which was a means of appeasing and nourishing
the gods.
It can take a whole day to see the extensive ruins of Chichen Itza , which
occupy about 2.5 square miles. At the
entrance is a large, modern visitors' center that includes a museum, a
restaurant, bathrooms, and a bookstore.
Here you can hire a licensed guide who speak Spanish or English. A guide is not necessary, especially if you
have a map or guidebook, but he or she can really give you all the details and
interesting stories about the ruins that you might otherwise miss. I hired a guide and I recommend it because
there is so much fascinating history, you do not want to miss out. It really makes it come alive hearing all the
information and stories by hiring a knowledgeable guide. The Mayan Civilization is fascinating, so do
hire a guide.
Let me share with you a suggestion while visiting Cancun. If you are looking for a quiet and peaceful holiday, then come to Isla Mujeres Island, it is a great way to escape away
from all the noise and crowds. This
island is about 9 miles offshore. This
is where I stayed and I was so glad I did.
You have to take the ferry over to the island, so if you come make sure
you reach the ferries by 11 pm, which is the last ferry over in the evening,
but do check timings because schedules change.
I got out of the airport too late and I had to stay at another hotel
till the next morning when I could take the first ferry over.
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