Cancún is one of the most famous tourist destinations, but it also hides many secrets that no one knows, not even the locals. In honor of its 50th anniversary, we’re sharing some of the city’s secrets with you. Here are three interesting facts you didn’t know about Cancún.
1.- The Mayans lived in Cancun
Cancún’s beauty lies primarily in its beaches and nightlife, but it’s also full of history, culture, and hidden secrets ! You’ll find numerous archaeological sites in different parts of the city, such as El Rey, El Meco, San Miguelito, and El Alacrán. So, step out of your comfort zone and discover more of this beautiful paradise.
2.- Cancun is an island!
In its beginnings, Cancún was separated from the country, it was an island until the bridges called Calinda and Nizuc were built with wood and finally connected it to Mexico.
3.- Cancun has its history.
Cancun, unlike other cities in the country, has no colonial structures or churches in the middle of town, like in Valladolid or Merida in Yucatan .
And since we’re in a good mood, we’ll tell you one more secret.
4.- It is a “nest of snakes”.
This last one turns out to be one of the most surprising. We’re talking about the meaning of the name Cancún, “nest of snakes.” It’s believed that in its early days, the country’s political situation was difficult, and it was compared to a nest of snakes, referring to its gossipy, unfaithful, and attack-prone nature.
Visit paradise and continue discovering more interesting facts about Cancún; we have much more to offer than just scenery. Ask us what to do in the city to make the most of your trip to paradise. Who knows, maybe you’ll discover more than we did.