Cozumel, an island in the Caribbean Sea off the eastern coast of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula has a history that spans several centuries, and several cultures. At about 488 km sq, it is Mexico's largest island, and is an exhilarating mix of natural beauty, archeological wonders and cosmopolitan restaurants and entertainment.
Today the island has become a world famous cruise ship destination, and is well known for its excellent scuba diving. Punta Celerain Faro is an ancient lighthouse located on the southernmost tip of the Cozumel Island. For those passionate about history and archeology, this is the place to visit. The lighthouse has stood strong through the years, and has seen many a violent hurricane.
Today it serves as a navigational museum located in the surrounding nature park: the
Parque Punta Sur natural reserve. An ancient Mayan lighthouse, known as El Caracol is also inside the park. This lighthouse served as a warning system to early hurricaes.
As a marine museum, it has an extensive collection that is definitely worth seeing. In addition, the wildlife and the nature surrounding the lighthouse is simply breathtaking. There are a number of activities that take place at Punta Celerain Faro throughout the year, and there is never a dull moment.
There is a free bus service that transports visitors to the lighthouse, or you can walk the beaches. The parking lots for tourists are located few miles away from the place.
Punta Celerain Faro is surrounded on all sides by the sea, and it is an experience of a lifetime to see the panoramic view of a white sea, spreading as far as you can see, from atop the lighthouse.
