National park · Mexico
Sian Ka'an
Protected area in Quintana Roo, Mexico
About Sian Ka'an
Sian Kaʼan Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve in Tulum Municipality in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo. It was established in 1986 and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. The term Sian Kaʼan, from the Yuatec Mayan language, "means 'gate of heaven' or 'a place where heaven begins.'" By collaborating with scientists, technicians, students, fishermen, farmers, rural promoters and regional and international partners, more than 200 conservation projects have been carried out. Efforts have focused on eight protected natural areas that include the reefs of Banco Chinchorro, and Xcalak at South of Quintana Roo, Sian Kaʼan Biosphere Reserve, Cancún, the island of Cozumel that is located in front of Xcaret and Isla Contoy up north, covering 320,000 hectares (780,000 acres).
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Where is Sian Ka'an?
Sian Ka'an is in Mexico. The nearest city is Felipe Carrillo Puerto, about 32 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Sian Ka'an?
Yes. The 3-day Tulum plan is about 106 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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