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Even on dry land,
life revolves around
the water in
Cozumel.
skims the edge of Caribbean Mexico, including Cozumel.
Stretching nearly 700 miles and populated with more than
60 varieties of coral, the reef serves as home to more than
500 species of fish, five species of turtles along with other
colorful marine creatures. The reef 's spectacular and varied
beauty, with dive sites suitable for both beginners and
experts and shallow waters ideal for snorkeling, combine to
make Cozumel a favorite destination for water lovers of all
ages. Imagine gliding through Mexico's tropical waters,
watching rainbow-colored queen triggerfish and
queen angelfish dart in and out of equally brilliant
coral banks. Green turtles, loggerheads and rays
seem to fly gracefully through Cozumel's
crystalline waters. There's a world of
brilliant life and activity in
Cozumel's Mesoamerican
Reef, and it lies just
beneath the water's
surface.
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Even on dry land, life revolves around the water in
Cozumel. Head to the island's favorite beaches for long
days of beachcombing, sunbathing, seaside relaxation and
Instagram-worthy sunsets. El Cielo, Spanish for heaven,
satisfies all expectations, with sugar-sand beaches, swaying
palm trees and views that look across the Caribbean Sea.
Cozumel's Parque Punta Sur ecological reserve includes
nature trails, a museum and a towering white lighthouse as
well as pristine beaches. And in Cozumel's lone town, San
Miguel de Cozumel, the city's waterfront is bordered by
public art and a waterfront promenade perfect for romantic
evening strolls.
2. Culture
Legend has it that in ancient times, the island of
Cozumel was home to the goddess Ixchel. Local Mayans
built temples in her honor, Ixchel sent her favorite bird, the
swallow, as a gift of thanks.
Cozumel, which translates to "Land of Swallows," takes
its name from this early tale, recalling the legend with a
bronze statue of swallows at San Miguel's ferry dock. The
island also remembers its ancient Mayan culture at the
ruins of San Gervasio, the remains of an ancient Ixchel
temple. Other Mayan ruins on Cozumel include El Cedral
and El Castillo Real, the Royal Castle.
Visitors who long to explore more of Mexico's Mayan
ruins discover that Cozumel isn't far from the Yucatan's
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