Of course, that by no means implies that they are not impressive or played an important role in the history of. Gabriels practical travel guidebook, gabes guide to. Guide to san gervasio mayan ruins on cozumel, mexico. The maya columns structure at san gervasio ancient history. Books by ric hajovsky author of the true history of tulum. Located on cozumel island, the largest island in the mexican caribbean, it was still a functioning religious site at the time the spaniards arrived in the 16th century. There are some excursions which do have recreated ruins, so its always a good idea to read the descriptions carefully. We recommend booking san gervasio mayan archaeological site tours ahead of time to secure your spot. However, my husband and i both love history, and on a recent caribbean cruise we jumped at the chance to see some of the mayan ruins of mexico. Take a mayan ruins cruise as part of a cozumel excursion during your princess caribbean cruise. Located on cozumel island, the largest island in the mexican caribbean, it was still a functioning religious site.
We selected a shore excursion to san gervasio, located in cozumel, and found the information our guide shared with us to be truly interesting. The san gervasio mayan archaeological site is set amidst native trees and plants. Books magazines posters mens clothing womens clothing accessories. Looking for the best cozumel tour join us on our highly recommended cozumel tour that infuses a mix of the culture, beach and spectacular scenery of the eastern coast of cozumel island. Most cozumel island tours visit the san gervasio ruins, along with other local. Immerse yourself in the history of cozumel at the ruins of san gervasio, where centuries old structures still stand.
Books magazines posters mens clothing womens clothing. The history of chichen itza itself is bathed in blood. The yellow guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio. Buy guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio cozumel.
San gervasio is the largest and most famous mayan ruins site on cozumel, dating back to 300400 a. The mayan ruins at san gervasio include temples honoring ixchel, the moon goddess. It was a ruling centre, which controlled all the small island villages around. From what ive read, the ruins at san gervasio are real ruins. Exploring ancient mayan ruins on cozumel, mexico san. Its thought to have been the location of the sanctuary of ixchel, goddess of fertility, and thus an. Exploring the mayan ruins of san gervasio in the middle of the island of cozumel, mexico in the caribbean sea. Ric hajovskys books and articles on these subjects are meticulously researched and provide views into the past that you cant get from tour guides or regular guide books. Mayan women would pilgrimage here from all over the country to pray at the temples of san gervasio. San gervasio, cozumel ticket price timings address.
Ancient history in the present day visit the ruins of an ancient mayan site of worship before exploring mexicos history at the discover mexico park. As you tour the ruins in this lush rainforest setting, youll see a variety of ancient fragments of the temples and sculptures, as well as the ruins of nine buildings connected by three roads. Maya ruins of san gervasio on cozumel illustration. Visit san gervasio mayan archaeological site on your trip. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. The ruins of san gervasio located on the island of cozumel in mexico were once an important site of pilgrimage to maya people who lived from c. The archaeological site of san gervasio is situated near the center of cozumel and can be accessed by a paved road that turns north off the carretera transversal the eastwest road that leads to the eastern side of the island. You can gain information about the history and culture of the people back then. The ruins of san gervasio located on the island of cozumel in. Its a good idea to bring strong mosquito repellent. The ruins were once a hub of worship of the goddess ix chel, an aged deity. And while unable to compete with the size of some of the structures built at chichen itza, tulum, ek balam or coba, the mayan ruins cozumel are no.
Book overview a guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio on the island of cozumel, mexico. Buy guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio cozumel, mexico book online at best prices in india on. The ruins are spread throughout the jungle, so plan to do plenty of walking. Mayan ruins and chocolate tasting in cozumel, mexico one. Some are restored the pyramid for instance and some are stones on the ground. About san gervasio mayan ruins on cozumel island, san. D when this urban center was dedicated to ix chel, the goddess. The maya alamo structure at san gervasio illustration ancient. Explore the most important ancient city of the island san gervasio ruins,snorkeling and delicious local brunch included. San gervasio ruins, punta sur ecobeach and chankanaab marine park in this fantastic combopackage deal. Another guidebook is also available from amazon books as either a kindle ebook or a paperback, entitled guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio, cozumel.
If i wanted the ruins i would definitely go to costa maya. It was popular for many mayans to visit once in their lifetime on a type of pilgrimage. We decided on the tulum ruins simply because the ruins themselves as well as. A sanctuary of the maya goddess ix chel used to be located at this location, which drew pilgrims from across the maya world.
San gervasio is the most important mayan archeological site on cozumel island. San gervasio s prehispanic name was tantun cuzamil, mayan for flat rock in the place of the swallows. Though some of the lesser visited ruins in the yucatan peninsula, the san gervasio mayan ruins are an absolutely fascinating piece of maya history and definitely worth a visit. Cozumel ruins san gervasio are quite small and in my opinion somewhat insignificant. They split us into smaller groups to tour the ruins and learn about the history. There are several buildings and structures spread out through the first area or district of san gervasio. San gervasio ruins mexico attractions lonely planet. The mayan ruins, cozumel, called san gervasio, are located in the northern third of the island in the state quintana roo.
A guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio on the island of cozumel, mexico. In san gervasio, walk through the oldest maya city on the island, learning about its archaeological importance along the way. I took the included tour to the precolumbian mayan site at san gervasio. Discover the maya ruins of san gervasio park and blaze along cozumels offroad trails aboard a dune buggy on this 4hour tour. Immerse yourself in the mayan history at san gervasio ruins, an archaeological site, and then enjoy the flavors and beauty of the island tour duration. San gervasio mayan archaeological site cozumel 2020. During your visit you can walk along limestone roads through the vestiges of mayan construction as your guide shares fascinating and myths and the history of. An ancient reminder of the oncemighty mayan civilization, the spiritual site was dedicated to the worship of a feminine god, ix chel, hence its. The maya archeological site of san gervasio has an unusually long history, beginning sometime around 100 bc and continuing as late as the 16th century. The guide begins with a description of cozumels early history, starting with the earliest premaya inhabitants, continuing through the mayan period of occupation and the islands subsequent discovery and conquest by. San gervasio is an archaeological site which is nestled in a wooded area.
If you are interested in the history of cozumel, or factual information about the mayan ruins of tulum, xcaret, or san gervasio, this is the spot. It was a holy site, dedicated to ixchel, the goddess of fertility. San gervasio is the largest mayan ruins site on cozumel, and also the most significant. In the center, one sees the niches structure, which was once composed of miniature shrines that were built on the sides of a stairway. This is your opportunity to explore the biggest and the bestpreserved ancient city in the island with a professional private archeology guide. San gervasio is an archaeological site of the precolumbian maya civilization, located in the northern third of the island of cozumel off the northeastern coast of the yucatan peninsula, in what is now the mexican state of quintana roo. The final section of the book describes the workings and history of the mayan. Surrounded by thick tropical foliage on the island of cozumel lie ancient mayan ruins. San gervasio is a federal and state park of the united mexican states and quintana roo. Guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio cozumel, mexico by. Guide to the mayan ruins of san gervasio cozumel, mexico.
The san gervasio ruins are a mustsee for culture and history buffs. In the popul vuh, the mayan bible, the mayans lay out their faith in sometimes tedious details. Ancient sites on the island, as displayed at the cozumel museum. The final section of the book describes the workings and history of the mayan calendar and the relevance of the date 2012 to the mayan long count. Sadly a lot of it was destroyed by its namesake, and that is why the locals are trying to rename it back to its authentic name tantun. Architectural styles, mayapan and east coast styles. Discover cozumels natural treasures as you explore ancient mayan ruins, experience an authentic tequila tasting, visit punta sur ecobeach and snorkel. Follow in the footsteps of mayan women, who were expected to make the pilgrimage to san gervasio mayan archaeological site at least once in their lifetime.
The ruins were once a hub of worship of the goddess ix. The guide begins with a description of cozumels early history, starting with the earliest premaya inhabitants, continuing through the mayan period of occupation and the islands subsequent discovery and conquest by the spanish. Ric hajovskys most popular book is the true history of tulum. San gervasio mayan archaeological site cozumel 2020 all you. Discover the interesting history of the most important commercial and religious. Tuluum is much larger but is down the coastline a ways and is loaded with tourists. This overpriced maya complex is cozumels only preserved ruin. San gervasio archeological site offers the only temple the maya ever built to the moon goddess ix chel, it is located quite centrally on the island and with a good guide is a fascinating place to explore.
Then, drive or ride in a dune buggy for a thrilling, splashy adventure. To the islands northeastern tip youll find castillo real, a 1,200yearold lookout tower. San gervasio mayan archaeological site cozumel all you. Click on any book cover to know more true history of. It houses several remains of various architectural designs that date back to precolumbian mayan civilization. And while unable to compete with the size of some of the structures built at chichen itza, tulum, ek balam or coba, the mayan ruins cozumel are no less impressive in terms of their historical significance. Cozumel highlights and mayan ruins adult only tour. San gervasio is an archaeological site of the precolumbian maya civilization, located in the. See all 9 san gervasio mayan archaeological site tours on tripadvisor.
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