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Riviera Maya History

The region known as the Riviera Maya was an important commercial and religious center for the ancient Maya during the Post-Classic Period (1000-1550 A.D.). The Riviera Maya was still a busy trade route when the Spaniards arrived in the 16th century. During the next three hundred years, under Spanish colonial rule, the lack of adequate roads deterred any significant demographic growth in this region, which suffered a long period of partial abandonment. And now, the Riviera Maya is considered the tropical style vision of paradise, and includes a crystal clear sea hiding live treasures and a lush jungle boosting mystery and life.

Most of the indigenous population still speaks their native Mayan tongue. In the past few years, people from all parts of the world have settled here, giving this region a cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is fairly common to encounter English, German, Italian and French- speaking people.

There are thousands of years and hundreds of miles of mystery, and music found in these more than 100 miles of spectacular coastline. This is the land of legends and there really is no other place that is able to bring you the highest quality of modern luxury villa accommodations and impeccable service that comfort you during your stay, yet allows you to experience the ancient lifestyle of the Maya culture through many direct descendants that still live in this paradise.

Riviera Maya Villa Rentals

Akumal villas represent a chance to bask in along the Caribbean coastline on the Mayan Riviera. Akumal villas afford excellent value. Most Akumal villa rentals are located 45 minutes South of Cancun.