Punta Sur

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archaeological site in Mexico

역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Punta Sur

Welcome to Punta Sur, pronounced Poon-tah Soor. As an environmental historian, I am thrilled to introduce you to the largest ecological reserve on the island of Cozumel. …
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2The Crocodile Lagoon Tower

Our first major point of interest within the reserve is the Colombia Lagoon. We are heading toward the elevated wooden observation tower, constructed specifically to provide a safe, commanding view of this vital wetland ecosystem. …
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3Celarain Lighthouse Base

We now approach the most iconic man made structure in the park: the Celarain Lighthouse, or Faro Celerain. Standing stark white against the brilliant blue Caribbean sky, this lighthouse has guarded the treacherous southern tip of…
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4The Lighthouse Summit

It is time for a physical challenge that yields an unparalleled reward. We are going to climb to the summit of the Celarain Lighthouse. …
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5The Navigation Museum

Having descended from the dizzying heights of the lighthouse, we step into the cool, shaded interior of the base buildings to explore the Museum of Navigation. This small but fascinating museum provides the crucial historical…
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6The Inland Cenote

Leaving the maritime history behind, we venture inward along the nature trails toward one of the Yucatan's most defining geological features: a cenote. A cenote is a natural sinkhole resulting from the collapse of limestone…
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7The Snorkeling Reef and Coastline

Our final destination within Punta Sur brings us to the very edge of the Caribbean Sea. We are walking out onto the pristine, white sand beaches that run along the park's coastline. …
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8Punta Sur

As our exploration of Punta Sur Eco Beach Park concludes, take a final, deep breath of the salty Caribbean air. We have journeyed through a remarkable cross section of natural and human history today. …
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