Though it is known as the beautiful Caribbean vacation hotspot, Cancun has so much history and culture. Situated within the Riviera Maya, this wonderful place used to be home to a prominent Mayan community. The Mayan Culture lives on and is shown through breathtaking Mayan Ruins that are a must-see during your getaway.
Tulum
Tulum used to be a Mayan port city, and now the location has a grand city of ruins. A trip to Tulum really gives the visitor a sense of the Mayan culture and see first hand their wonderful creations.
Chichén Itzá
Chichén Itzá is a collection of Mayan ruins with the main attraction is a massive step pyramid, known as El Castillo. This Mayan city thrived from 600 AD to the 1200s.
Cobá
Cobá is another ancient Mayan city, but it stands out above the rest. Due to its many roads connecting to other Mayan cities, Cobá was the main food and water pathway. See temples, ruins, and pyramids when visiting.
Ek Balam
A thriving city 1500 years ago, Ek Balam is one of the only Mayan ruins in the Riviera Maya that you can still climb. You can see first hand the majestical views that so many Mayans once saw before!
