Cobá archaeological site, Cobá

Lonely PlanetOct 1

Within reasonable driving distance from the dreamy beaches of Tulum lie majestic Mayan ruins, wildlife reserves, underground swimming holes and more.

spread across several square miles

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Cobá archaeological siteSightspread across several square miles
Nohuch MulSighttallest pyramid in the Maya world
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Cenote AngelitaAttractionTulum, Mexicobest suited for scuba diving
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TresvanbienRestaurantValladolid, Mexicocozy spot for empanadas and agua de jamaica
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Cobá archaeological site