Tulum (Spanish pronunciation: [tuˈlun]; Yucatec Maya: Tulu'um) is the site of a pre-Columbian Mayan walled city which served as a major port for Coba, in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. [1]

Feb 3, 2015 · Tulum was a major trading and religious centre between the 11th and 16th centuries CE and, dramatically situated near the sea, it is one of the most evocative ancient sites in Mexico.

Nov 24, 2020 · Tulum is a Maya site in Mexico’s Quintana Roo region dating back to between the 13th and 16th centuries. Famous for its beautiful clifftop location above the Caribbean sea, Tulum ruins …

Jun 29, 2025 · Explore Tulum history from its humble Mayan roots—92 inhabitants, jungle trails, chicleros and copreros—to its transformation into a boutique paradise that still holds ancestral rituals.

Tulum was a very significant Mayan trading post from 13th to 15th centuries. It was a time when the southern Mayan kingdoms had collapsed and the centre of Mayan civilisation had already shifted to …

Tulum remained a relatively well-preserved secret until the 20th century when it began to emerge as a burgeoning tourist destination, celebrated for its blend of ancient history, stunning beaches, and …

May 27, 2024 · The arrival of the Spanish in the 16th century marked a turning point in the history of Tulum and the Maya civilization as a whole. While the city initially resisted Spanish incursions, it …

But when did Mexico Tulum become famous, and what factors contributed to its rise? Let’s explore Tulum’s journey through time. Tulum’s history dates back to around 1200 AD. The Mayans inhabited …

Jan 20, 2025 · Tulum, that magical corner of the Riviera Maya, is much more than its white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. In ancient times, Tulum was a key Mayan city, a trade port, and a …

Mar 18, 2023 · Tulum was a port, the only known city that the Maya built on the coast. Historians and archaeologists note that Tulum was a significant hub of trade for land and sea, dealing in such …