Beaches & Water Sports
Cancun has some of the best beaches in the world.The beaches
are, without question, the biggest draw in Cancun with
their soft, white, powdery, sand and crystal clear, warm,
turquoise water. There are eleven beaches in Cancun, each
of which has its own distinctive personality, and all
of which are open to the public. The very best beaches
are at the north tip of the island.
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Mayan Ruins
The most famous Mayan cultural site in the world, Chichen
Itza, is about a 90 minute drive from Cancun. This site
is the location of the famous El Castillo Pyramid. The
pyramid has 91 steps to the top on each side and has 52
panels on each side representing the 52 year cycle of
the Mayan calendar. At sunrise, on the spring or fall
equinox, the nine pyramid levels cast a shadow on the
staircase edge producing the image of an undulating snake.
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Shopping
Cancun is a duty-free zone that has evolved into a shopper's
paradise. The Hotel Zone is dotted with large modern air-conditioned
malls filled with boutiques selling designer label merchandise
and perfumes at bargain prices. The traditional markets
in Old Cancun have numerous small shops selling locally
made handicrafts, silver jewelry and colorful Yucatan
hammocks. Good natured bargaining at these smaller shops
is expected.
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