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Archaeological site in Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Kohunlich is a large Mayan archaeological site in the Mexican Caribbean coastal state of Quintana Roo. It is a lightly visited site where visitors can take their time to explore and contemplate the site's long-forgotten mysteries.
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Casual roadside grill serving barbecue chicken and ribs.
Budget hotel with spacious, clean rooms. Hammocks available.
Moderate hotel with private villas available. All-inclusive meal plans available. Swimming pool and onsite activities. Complimentary shuttle service from Chetumal Airport (CTM) or the Chetumal railway station for the Tren Maya.
By car
From Chetumal, drive west on federal highway MEX-186 for 70 km. In the village of Francisco Villa, turn left on the Kohunlich access road.
By bus
Autobuses Unidos (AU) and Autobuses Sur Mexico both operate several buses per day between Chetumal and Xpujil.
By train
Tren Maya, Mexico's newest intercity rail system serving five states in the Yucatan Peninsula region, has a station serving Nicolas Bravo and Kuhunlich, providing service to Chetumal, Tulum, Cancún,…
Walk. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are recommended since paths have rocks and exposed tree roots and you'll probably want to climb on some of the temples (where permitted).
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Corozal · Regional · CZH
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