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Campeche is part of the Mayan World. its
archeological sites are more than 1000 years old. Among them the
most famous are Edzna, Jaina, chicanna, Ixpuxil and Calakmul. Apart
from this its colonial history and pirate legend have given the city
of of Campeche a peculiar personality. Because of invasions by
pirates scouldresls forts and bastions were built to protect the old
city. Some of these unique structures have been converted into
museums.
Spending time in Campeche, one can learn a rich culture, explore
vast lands and relaxation. Here one can find the most peaceful
beaches, lagoons, rivers, impressing mayan archeological sites,
subterrain waters, ecological reserves, colorful islands, colonial
cities, forts and bastions, churches filled with mystery to be
discovered and the adventure of exploring an old legacy. Located on
the southest part of the Mexican Republic and is bounded on the
north and northeast by Yucatan, on the east by Quintana roo and
Belize. on the south of Guatemala.
Climate
Campeche has two kins of climate: the humid warm and the sub-humid
warm. The sub-humid warm climate has periods of rain in the summer
and beginning of fall over most territory
Currency
The peso is the legal national currency of Mexico. However, American
dollars are accepted in the majority of shops and restaurants.
American dollars can be exchanged at banks and hotels at daily
conversion rate (exchange rate)
Electricity
110 Volts A.C./60 cycles
Time
Central Time.
Customs
Custom regulations allow citizens of the United States to import
$400.00 Usd. Worth of merchandise and 2 liters of liquor duty free.
The Government of the United States will tax any additional
purchases. Customs forms are supplied by airlines during flights to
the United States.
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HOTELS IN CAMPECHE
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EP HOTELS
Del Mar Campeche 4*
Baluartes Campeche 4*
Debliz Campeche 3*
Chicanna Ecovillage 4*
TOURS IN CAMPECHE
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TOURS
Calakmul & Balamkú
Calakmul & Riu Bec
City tour
Edzna
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