Island of Women - is the northernmost point in Mexico and one of the islands of the Caribbean. It is located just 13 km from Cancun. The small island, which is 8 km away, and the area - about 9 hectares, is striking for its fabulous beauty.

The history of the island belongs to the pre-Columbian era. On one of the stone pillars of the island bears the date - 564 years. In 1517 here came the command of Francisco Hernandez. There they found a large number of stone statues of women, praising the goddess of fertility, health and happiness Ishchel. This explains the name of the island.

On the West Coast National Park is located, opened in 1996. Under the special protection of it are rare coral reefs - a part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Scientists say that his approximate age of 125,000 years.

Isla Mujeres, the island's name as it sounds in Spanish, a popular destination in Mexico. The island does not lose its identity, despite the fact that everything is created for the comfort of hotels, bars, restaurants and, of course, beautiful beaches. On the island there are four: Norte, Paraiso, Lancheros and Indios.

You will not find boring gray buildings or landscapes. As in all of Mexico, home of locals and even hotels built on the tradition in the style of mixed Spanish and Native American cultures, painted in bright colors.

The residential part of the island, which is located in the north, has a width of only five quarters, and long - three streets. Medina - a pedestrian street, it passes along the west coast. It is a lot of restaurants where you can enjoy exotic marine cuisine. A particular delicacy of the fish believe tikinshik you cook it on the grill with a special herb sauce.

On the island you can get yourself out of Cancun on a boat or an excursion.