Tulum
Of all Mesoamerican pre-Hispanic cities, Tulum is the only one built on the coast and the only walled one; it was the first Mayan city Spaniards claimed to have seen in the 16th century and, paradoxically, the last Mayan fortress to be conquered.
 In its splendor years, it was an important pilgrimage center.Hundreds of boats departed from Tulum to Cozumel Island, a shrine to Ixchel, the Mayan goddess of fertility. Every Mayan girl had to go to there at least once in her life.It was also an important religious, political, and commercial center.The main structure is El Castillo that once was a lighthouse to guide the boats through the treacherous reefs.Because of all this or simply because of its awe-inspiring image, Tulum is now the most visited archeological site in Mexico and a fundamental part of Riviera Maya sightseeing.
Akumal
 If you are looking for the perfect place for your dream vacation, you have found it.Akumal was the first place developed on the Riviera Maya and it has grown considerably since it was created in the early 1950's, when it began to be visited as an exclusive scuba diving location.In this secluded place, you find beautiful beaches, excellent restaurants, dive shops, and of course, the best All-Inclusive resorts.
Diving and "Cenotes"
 One of the Riviera Maya's attractions is diving along the Great Mayan Reef, the second largest coral reef in the world, located off the Riviera shore.All along it are dive shops where you can contract diving excursions, certification, or a snorkeling trip.
On the Yucatan peninsula, you will have a unique and captivating experience: the astonishing underground world of Mayan territory, where rivers run underneath the soil to create hundreds of cenotes.If swimming in them is not exciting enough, dare to join a diving team to explore its mysteries.
Puerto Morelos
 This little fishing town has been skipped by the modern development that has occurred all along the shoreline form Cancun to Tulum.It keeps its tranquil ambience with limited accommodations to offer and unspoiled beaches while being part of the reef that attracts those who enjoy diving and snorkeling.It is important to mention that, in spite of its apparent tranquility, Puerto Morelos is home to at least two of the best restaurants in the Riviera Maya: Hola Asia and Pelicanos.
Golf
 Riviera Maya is golf territory.Beautiful courses are found along the coast.All of them feature complete pro facilities, training ranges, a clubhouse, restaurant, and snack bar cart.
Kantenah-bay
 Kantenah Bay is 2 1/2 miles of pure white coral sand, full of palm trees for exploring or just relaxing in a hammock.It has its own coral reef with thousands of colorful fish and direct access through a pier.There are good, small restaurants available in the area.
Puerto Aventuras
 Puerto Aventuras is a peaceful town south of Playa del Carmen. The San Carlos Marina, located here, is a magnificent work of engineering built exactly where nature had already begun to erode the coastline, thus forming a natural bay. This has made it easily accessible for yachts and catamarans to navigate and dock. Puerto Aventuras offers many different attractions from sport fishing and swimming with dolphins to world-class golf.
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