The Yucatan peninsula borders the old traditions and modern progress just as it margins between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. It covers the Mexican states of Yucatan, Campeche, and Quintana Roo. It is also the home of grand archaeological and historic sites and also bursting with lovely modern beaches and resorts, and elegantly charming haciendas and mansions.

The peninsula is a wide limestone area with porous limestones that create cenotes or deep-water filled limestone sinkholes and are sources of water in the area. Cenotes proved to be of religious importance to the ancient Mayan culture since they were believed to be passages to the underworld.

When you are in the Yucatan peninsula, first thing you would usually want to do is to discover its controversial ancient history. Certain buildings and structures still remain well-preserved they will actually pull you back in time. In fact, the Yucutan peninsula is one of the richest archaeological places in Mesoamerica.

		Chichen Itza Ruins An impressive ruined city that is believed to be once a center of political and social events Calakmul A remarkable elegantly made ancient walled Mayan city with the highest pyramid structure in all of Yucatan. Ek Balam Ek Balam is a site of many archaeological discoveries. Its main pyramid contains a sacred that is decorated with intricate stucco figures of priests, kings and iconography. Palenque Archaeological ruins site that is carved with the ancient Mayan histories. Tulum This is a seaside Maya fortress that makes way for a spectacular view of the ocean.

But if traveling back to time is not your thing, there are always new activities to choose from. For those who love the outdoors and/or the sunny beaches, you are in luck because the Yucatan peninsula features some of the most fantastic beaches and islands which offer water sports, sunbathing, terrific swimming, and anything you can do under the sun.

Isla de Pasion This tiny island is bursting with virgin beaches and yet-to-be discovered diving spots. Playa Corona An alluring white sand beach with tranquil waters. It also offers an outdoor café and provides workout equipments for those who want to lose those extra pounds from the vacation. Akumal Beach This beach showcases pure white sands and clear sparkling waters. Its arresting sight of seemingly endless waters is enough to take one’s breath away. Yal-ku Lagoon Perfect for both children and adults; this lagoon offers easy snorkeling. Xcaret Eco Theme Park This Eco Park is being dubbed as “Mexico’s Sacred Paradise”. It is an amusement park, historic site, nature reserve, wildlife park, museum, and beach all role into one. Palancar Reef This reef is a famous diving spot and sits in about 80 feet of water.

There are wide assortments of things to do in the Yucatan peninsula: sampling the local dishes, nightlife, sightseeing, and many others. The only thing to do is grab that flight ticket and fly into the world of steadfast culture and traditions and progress.