Introduction
Cozumel might be a small island, but the Cozumel vacations will bring into light that it is intimate and brims with exotic sights. It has the world’s second largest reefs and verdant green jungles. These are snuggled against some of the most spectacular beaches in Mexico. It is actually one the largest islands of Mexico, Cozumel, is a total mixture of multinational restaurants, shops set and hotels .all stand out strikingly amidst amazing natural beauty. The great island has become well-known for its excellent scuba diving, as well as a cruise ride where chic amenities are offered in an uncomplicated island atmosphere.
History
The first settlement on the famous island of Cozumel is considered to be Mayas, who settled by the beginning of the 1st millennium AD, and earlier Preclassic Olmec artifacts have been discovered on the island too. The island was considered sacred to Ix Chel, the Maya Moon Goddess, and the temples on the island were a place for pilgrimage, especially by women who desired fertility. There are also many ruins on the island, mostly from the late Classic period. The major Maya ruins of Cozumel were demolished to make way for a runway for aeroplanes during World War II. The ruins are located in the region of the center of Cozumel.you will notice such ruins if you choose to go on Cozumel vacations.
The first visitor to the island was Juan de Grijalva , Spanish, in 1518.In the subsequent year; Hernán Cortés came with a navy and damaged many Maya temples. It has also been discovered that the smallpox disease devastated the islanders and only few were left alive. In the following years Cozumel was almost deserted, used as a hiding place by pirates occasionally. It was also found that Abraham Lincoln, was about to purchase the island of Cozumel as a refuge to post the freed slaves. The continuous war in the Yucatan resulted in changing his mind. There are places which abound in sculptures honoring unique events regarding Cozumel's history.
Features
Cozumel's only great town, San Miguel, has a blasé grace combining the appealing remnants of regal Mexico along with the amenities of any modern life. Its beauty lies in the center plaza, known formally as Parque Benito Juarez, but more often referred to as the Plaza Central. Shops, hotels and restaurants surround the plaza, and the entire area is quite often blocked to traffic, so it often becomes fairly crowded. Still, the area is an enjoyable place for a simple, leisurely walk chiefly on Sunday evenings. At this time, the locals meet to take pleasure in the gratis open-air concerts. It makes the Cozumel vacations worth its price. The place is full of jewelry boutiques, token shops, departmental stores as well as restaurants. Downtown San Miguel is the place where one can find family-owned hotels at lower prices and having a typical Mexican atmosphere. When the plaza gets overcrowded from cruise traffic, one may take a walk eastwards to the more inhabited neighborhoods, where the tiny stores and markets bring a welcome change. Towards the North and south of San Miguel one can actually find the luxurious hotels and beaches to enjoy the Cozumel vacations.
Tips and comments
The islands are really an exotic place for Cozumel vacations, an ideal tourist spot for all times. It is important to plan the visit to the island carefully so that one can enjoy the beauty of the beaches, the reefs and go for swimming as well as snorkeling. The tourists also should take conducted tours which will take them to the famous coral reefs and show the largest beaches -San Francisco Beach and Mia Beach. Luxurious staying arrangements are also offered. But, beware of the sudden hurricanes that lash the shores.
