Tulum
Tulum is said to have been one of the most historical sites out there. This amazing site was built around 1200 AD when the Mayan civilization was already in decline.The tropical beach backdrop makes this a unique Maya site which should not be missed.The Mayan people are part of an amazing culture that had flourished in the lower regions of Mexico and what is now Guatemala, Honduras, Belize and El Salvador.The Mayan people descend from earlier civilizations such as the nomadic hunter gathers that came to this area as far back as 5000 BCE.
The Tulum Wall was originally named Zama, also known as "City of Dawn". It is located on Highway 307 about 30 miles south of Playa de Carmen. It sits at the edge of a limestone cliff high above the Caribbean. The architecture of Tulum is typical of the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Structures of the architecture usually have a step running around the base that sits on a low substructure of platform. Doorways are usually narrow and columns would be present for support if the building was massive or had multiple levels. It has been said to have been built to protect the people against outside invasion and to separate the Mayan ruling class, who lived inside the fortress, from the working class, who lived outside its walls.
The Tulum wall has five arched gateways, each being topped by a parapet and walkway. A parapet is a wall-like barrier at the edge of a roof or balcony.Today, only one entrance is used. Inside the walled compound, the layout of public buildings and private residences suggest an effort toward urban planning. Some of the buildings stand along what looks like a main street and a low inner wall sets off the core of the civic and ceremonial structures from the rest of the buildings.Tulum’s wall is 5 meters thick and as many as 8 meter in some areas. It provided the perfect protection for the Mayan people that lived here.
Just outside the archeological site there is a small tourist village with food, crafts and, of course, the ever present crap shops that crop up near an attraction like this. While people had been doing some walking, they found a little hole-in-the-wall shop that served up a pretty good street taco and proceeded to burn our mouths after not heeding the advice of the chef about the heat of the salsa.This is the largest Mayan archeological site built on the coast. Many exotic plants and flowers inhabit the area surrounding Tulum. The location of Tulum gave the Mayan people access to the coast. They used fishing boats as a primary source to retrieve food.
Tulum is said to have been one of the most historical sites out there. Research shows that of the millions of people that have visited, they have always left wanting more. There are beautiful beaches and many sensational views. Reason for loving the well known site: there are limestone sands and crystal blue waters that are absolutely breathtaking. As many people travel around Mexico, they never seem to miss the historical site of Tulum.
http://www.travbuddy.com/travel-blogs/62498/Tulum-Wall-or-Fence-7
http://www.nativeamericannetroots.net/diary/1065/ancient-america-tulum-a-maya-port
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