Located just south of Cancun, Cozumel is Mexico's largest inhabited island -- although most of the island is sparsely populated.
Cozumel is a relaxed beach destination with a slow-paced atmosphere day and night. It boasts outstanding snorkeling and diving - especially around Palancar Reef, a mountainous underwater formation six miles long and 300 feet high, considered one of the world's best diving locations.
Cozumel is also known for good deep-sea fishing, particularly sailfish.
Cozumel was considered a sacred area to the Mayan civilization. There are three Mayan ruin sites, including El Cedral. It also has a more recent claim to fame as a base for pirates such as Captain Henry Morgan, during the 17th century.
