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Welcome to Zamá-Xamanzamá, the Mayan Ruins in Tulum, Mexico - Encircle Photos

1 Welcome to Zamá-Xamanzamá, the Mayan Ruins in Tulum, Mexico

When this Mayan trading port was flourishing between the 12th and 16th centuries, it was named Zamá-Xamanzamá or Zamá. This word for “dawn” references its position along the Caribbean Coast facing the sunrise. The rectangular shape measuring 1,250 by 540 feet was protected on three sides with a thick stone wall. This is why archeologists called the ancient Mayan city “Tulum” meaning fortification or walled city. In the background is one of two Watch Tower Temples.

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Welcome to Zamá-Xamanzamá, the Mayan Ruins in Tulum, Mexico

Carretera federal 307 Cancún - Chetumal Km 230, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico

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