Mexico—Caribbean coast; Cozumel and Isla Mujeres
News, entertainment, anthem and a short visitor guide.
Anthem
Recording: United States Navy Band · Public domain (U.S. government work) · Source: Wikimedia Commons
Visitor guide
History
The Yucatán Peninsula was a centre of Maya civilisation for centuries. Quintana Roo, on the Caribbean coast, became a Mexican state in 1974 and grew rapidly with Cancún's tourism boom.
Culture
Maya traditions remain strong in the region's towns and villages. The coast mixes Mexican culture with an international resort scene.
Languages & Creoles
Spanish is the official language. Yucatec Maya is spoken by many people on the peninsula.
Currency
The Mexican peso (MXN).
Popular Attractions
Chichén Itzá and the cliff-top ruins of Tulum are world famous. Cenotes, the Mesoamerican Reef and Cozumel's diving are highlights.
Food
Cochinita pibil, panuchos, sopa de lima and fresh ceviche are Yucatán specialities. Tacos al pastor are everywhere.
Places to Visit
Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Bacalar and Chichén Itzá.
More of the Caribbean
English-speaking Caribbean
Spanish-speaking Caribbean
French-speaking Caribbean
Dutch-speaking Caribbean
Additional Caribbean Coastal Areas
Colombia—Caribbean coast; San Andrés and Providencia
Venezuela—Caribbean coast and islands
Panama—Caribbean coast; Bocas del Toro
Costa Rica—Caribbean coast; Limón
Nicaragua—Caribbean coast; Corn Islands
Honduras—Caribbean coast; Bay Islands
Guatemala—Caribbean coast; Livingston- Mexico—Caribbean coast; Cozumel and Isla Mujeres