Cozumel

Cozumel scenic Caribbean Island blends the rich culture of the ancient Maya with the warm hospitality of Mexico, transforming it into the perfect place for an unforgettable vacation.

Enchanting because of its laid back atmosphere surrounded by the crystalline sea and usual coral formations, Meliá Cozumel rises gracefully from the powdery shores, combining the magic of a world-class resort with the best of personalized service.

Archeologycal

San Gervasio: At the biggest archaeological site on the island you can be part of the Mayan culture and its mysteries. San Gervasio was a strategic point for the commercial and political development of its era and also a sacred Mayan center. Inhabited from 200 A.D. until the Spanish conquest, San Gervasio was a sanctuary of the Goddess Ix Chel, the fertility goddess, drawing pilgrims from the entire Mayan world to worship her .

Castillo Real (Royal Castle): A Maya site on the eastern coast, near the northern tip of the island. The castillo (castle) comprises a lookout tower, the base of a pyramid, and a temple with two chambers capped by a false arch. The waters here harbor several shipwrecks and it's a fine spot for snorkeling because there are few visitors to disturb the fish.

Attractions

Chankanaab Park : Just south of the town of San Miguel, is located within Isla Cozumel's Reefs National Marine Park and features the only inland coral reef formation in the world. The park is home to the world renowned eco-system and natural aquarium, Chankanaab Lagoon, with more than 60 species of tropical fish, crustaceans and corals and the only botanical garden on the island, featuring the most diverse species of tropical plants.

The Museum of the Island of Cozumel : Located in downtown San Miguel, showcases the island's history and natural environment; its origins, wildlife migration patterns, reefs, archeology, galleons and pirates. Four exhibit halls, dioramas, sculptures, charts, traveling exhibits and interactive demonstrations, complete with guides who speak English, Spanish and Maya, bring the museum to life. The museum also has a casual restaurant, located on the second-floor terrace, that offers breakfast and sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea.

For more information about Cozumel please visit www.islacozumel.com.mx