Mexico: Gulf Coast. Our LIST OF MEXICO LODGING goes well beyond the famous beach resorts.
We explore the small captivating towns with their one of a kind Mexico inns as well as the better known Mexico resorts. Our travels throughout Mexico have produced 8 wonderful ITINERARIES exploring the many fascinating towns, rich archaeological sites, remarkable natural wonders, and delightful beach resorts. Mexico is an incomparable destination, a stunning country that includes such a wealth of wonders that, whatever your interests, you are bound to have your dreams fulfilled. Baja California Cruises, Baja California Adventure Travel, Eco Travel and Cruises. Baja California. Baja California (peninsula, Mexico) - General Facts about the Gulf of Mexico. From: Gore, 1992; Darnell and Defenbaugh, 1990; unless otherwise noted.
ORIGINS AND GEOLOGIC HISTORY From: Gore, 1992; Donnelly, 1975; Martin, 1975; Uchupi, 1975 After Salvador, 1991 The Gulf of Mexico basin is a relatively simple, roughly circular structural basin approximately 1,500 km in diameter, filled in its deeper part with 10 to 15 km of sedimentary rocks that range in age from Late Triassic to Holocene (approximately 230 m.y. to present). Little is known about the geologic history of the Gulf of Mexico Basin before Late Triassic time. Since pre-Triassic rocks are known from only a few widely separated outcrop areas and wells, much of the geologic history of the basin during Paleozoic time needs to be inferred from the study of neighboring areas.
Today, the Gulf of Mexico is a small oceanic basin surrounded by continental land masses. 4) Campeche Bank Campeche Bank is an extensive carbonate bank located to the north of the Yucatan Peninsula (Ordonez, 1936). Antoine, J.W. 1972. Gulf of Mexico Map - Mexico Maps, Gulf of Mexico Facts Location. Gulf of Mexico The Gulf of Mexico covers a surface area of 579,153 sq miles (1.5 million sq km), and is measured 994 miles (1,600 km) west to east, and 559 miles (900 km) north to south. Though somewhat shallow along the coastal continental shelf areas, it plunges to an (estimated) maximum depth of over 13,123 ft (4,000 m) in the Sigsbee Deep, a flat abyss portion in the southwestern Gulf.
The Mexican Caribbean: Cancun, Cozumel, Riviera Maya and More. Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is home to some of the Caribbean's greatest and most popular resort areas, including famous cruise stops and Spring Break destinations like Cancun and Cozumel, the posh Riviera Maya, and the Mayan ruins and historic cities of Quintana Roo state.
Yucatán - Mexico. Early History One of the most advanced indigenous cultures of the ancient Americas, the Mayans began as hunter gatherers and migrated into the Yucatán around 2500 B.C.
During the pre-classic period (500 B.C.-250 A.D.) they appeared in Quintana Roo, where they established ceremonial centers at Coba, Dzibanche and Kohunlich. Quintana Roo was considered to be the gateway to the Mayan world. Between 300 and 900, the Mayans built several cities in the Yucatán region, two of the most spectacular being Chichén Itzá and Uxmal. In 987, the Toltec people—believing they were following their god Quetzalcóatl—arrived in the region. According to Toltec mythology, Quetzalcóatl demanded human hearts as sacrifice, and the Toltecs obeyed by conducting mass human sacrifices.
Cancun, Cozumel & the Yucatan. The Yucatán Peninsula captivates visitors with its endless offerings of natural wonders and an ancient culture that's still very much alive today.
Life's a Beach Without a doubt, this corner of Mexico has some of the most beautiful stretches of coastline you'll ever see – which explains in large part why beaches get top billing on the peninsula. On the east coast you have the famous coral-crushed white sands and turquoise-blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean, while up north you'll find sleepy fishing villages with sandy streets and wildlife-rich surroundings. For the ultimate beach-bumming experience you can always hit one of several low-key islands off the Caribbean coast. Maya Ruins Galore You can't help but feel awestruck when standing before the pyramids, temples and ball courts of one of the most brilliant pre-Hispanic civilizations of all time. Nature's Playground The Yucatán is the real deal for nature enthusiasts.
Culture & Fun. Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Mayan Ruins Mexico: Yucatan Peninsula Mayan Ruins, Mexico - LocoGringo. Uxmal Ruins For us, Uxmal has a magical feel and deep spirit not found at Chichen Itza.
This UNESCO Mayan ruin site is less crowded than others and entices visitors to an overnight stay at local hotels so you can fully enjoy the Uxmal experience during the day and in the evening. The Uxmal archeological site is a wonderful balance of jungle, wide open spaces, and few visitors as you marvel over the classic Puuc architecture of the Maya. Read More >> Xel Ha Ruins Xel-Ha Ruins seems to be missed as people head to the Tulum Ruins overlooking the coast or venture into the Xel-Ha Eco-park. Yaxchilan Ruins Our journey to Yaxchilan Ruins had us heading down the Usumacinta River in Chiapas, Mexico.