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It was founded during the pre-Hispanic period, and after the arrival of the Spaniards the island was populated mainly by pirates, it was known as “Isla de Tris”. Cd. del Carmen has an extension of 6,353.3 square miles and is surrounded by beautiful landscapes with tropical vegetation. Also known as the Pearl of the Gulf, the island lies off the coast and is connected to the mainland by two bridges over the Laguna de Terminos, one of them with a length of more than two miles is the longest in Mexico. The natural attractions along with the archeological sites and the European style buildings in town, convert the island in a very apealing place for visitors.

Nowadays the zone has turned into one of the most important centers of production in Mexico, due to its oilfields. More than 74 % of oil national production and 40 % of gas is extracted from here.

Beside the place has another treasure, the giant schrimp, also call “pink gold”, you should enjoy the extraordinary cuisine of the region.

Ciudad del Carmen offers a variety of wonderful beaches like: Playa Norte with white sands and calm waters, ideal for swimming. Playa Caracol, a quiet beach with gentle waves, bathed by the waters of Laguna de Términos and surrounded by mangroves. This spectacular place features a restaurant, bungalows and sports gear rental. Other beautiful places to explore are: Bahamita, with crystalline waters and fine sand, includes a small bay with restaurants and palapas. And Puerto Real with banks of shells and waters that vary from intense green to jade green; good place for sport fishing, diving and swimming.

Cd del Carmen has a temperature that goes from 72ºF to 90ºF.