On the east side of the beautiful state of Quintana Roo is the Riviera Maya, a new tourist destination comprising well over 100 kilometers (80 miles) worth of the most beautiful beaches in the world, which could be referred to as astonishing; The Riviera Maya, a totally different place that starts some 20 minutes south of Cancun’s International Airport up to the picturesque Punta Allen fisherman’s village.
Description
The Riviera Maya is a 130-kilometer strip located on the West coast of Quintana Roo, Mexico. It ranges from solitary beaches to modern architectural complexes, including hotels, marinas, sports facilities and restaurants. Playa del Carmen, for example, which used to be a peaceful fisherman’s village, is now the site of prestigious international hotels. Nearby is the area’s principal ecological reserve, Sian Ka’an, a habitat noted for the richness of its flora and fauna.
Even though the Maya culture remains present in the zone, through the many indigenous communities still found here which preserve the traditions, religion and social structure, the splendor of ancient Maya civilization is most evident in the numerous archaeological sites in this area. It is through the pyramids, “pelota” playing fields, sculpted stone pillars, plazas and temples that some of the mysteries still surrounding one of America’s most important cultures has been partially deciphered.
The Riviera Maya’s principal quality is its diversity. Here one can choose everything from adventure sports to playing golf or tennis, jungle tours on foot or horseback, many different water and nautical sports, and the indescribable cultural and archaeological treasures of the Maya world. You can experience them in a Riviera Maya vacation.
Forests, jungle, flora and fauna, archaeological sites, solitary beaches, a turquoise-colored sea with crystal-clear water which turns to silver by moonlight, the fantasy and warmth of the tropics, the mystery of the millenary culture which lives on in the Maya people, are just some of the qualities which have turned the Riviera Maya into a destination which can compete favorably with all the rest of the Caribbean’s tourist destinations.
For all these reasons, this region - where the ancient Maya civilization flourished and reached its full splendor - is a top-level tourist destination today, preferred by both local and international travelers.
Shopping in Riviera Maya
The actual concept of a touristy destination includes buying original products from each place that can not be found elsewhere. In this aspect the Riviera Maya shopping has the best opportunities for unique travel treasures.
The handicrafts of the region are famous all over the world for their originality and colorful shapes; you will find also beautiful silver and pewter. There is a great variety of art galleries and jewelries at Playa del Carmen, where you can find original pieces encrusted with precious and semiprecious stones. As a fact the stones at the Yucatan peninsula are very famous: amethyst, opal, onyx o turquoise refulgence and engrain bracelets, necklaces and silver earrings.
In the Riviera Maya shops you will find lots of hats, w
ool sarapes, cotton hammocks, a Mayan liquor called Xtabentun, and colorful wraps with printed designs full of creativity, artists and craftsmen are in the streets offering their unique work. Not to forget are the unique Caribbean guayaberas with an open needle work and interesting embroidery, perfect for the beach.
The site with more options is Playa del Carmen, any way in every town and in the majority of the resorts along the 100 kilometers of the shore at the Riviera; there area shops that sell regional products where nature inspires creativity with the background of the ancient culture.
Apurate
You have to visit this Riviera Maya shop if you want to buy casual clothes and leather. Located in the 5th avenue (Quinta Avenida), Playa del Carmen.
Blue Planet
Riviera Maya shopping would be incomplete if you don’t stop at this Clothing shop in the 5th avenue in Playa del Carmen.
 
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