Cancun, a key resort destination in Mexico, is also acknowledged as one of the prominent destinations in the Caribbean with all the modern amenities and infrastructure rivaling popular leisure destinations worldwide. Cancun was essentially built for tourism and the city has ever since been catering to over 3.3 million tourists from different parts of the world every year. With its plentiful natural beauty, cultural treasures and endless activities, the city is one of the most sought after destinations for a relaxed and luxurious vacation.

Here are some of the important facts about Cancun you need to know about before visiting this beautiful resort destination.

• Cancun is divided into two parts – Zona Hotelera or Hotel Zone and El Centro or Cancun City Downtown. The Hotel Zone is spread in a 22-km sandy strip with numerous hotels here. El Centro is on the mainland and home to several Mexicans.
• Cancun was developed in 1967 to boost tourism in Mexico. The city was considered to be an important part of the ancient Mayan civilization and is still acknowledged as a gateway to El Mundo Maya or fabled Mayan World.
• The city is presently the most visited tourist destination in Mexico. With over 25,000 hotel rooms, the tourists find it convenient to stay in the city and enjoy their vacations.
• Cancun is known for its remarkable biodiversity. With over 1200 plant species, 100 different kinds of mammals and 475 bird species, the city also offers itself as a popular destination for eco-tourists as well.  
• The easy accessibility from many North American gateways, natural beauty and pleasant weather has made the city quite popular with tourists from the United States and Canada.

These are some of the basic facts that are pertinent to know before you make plans to spend your vacations in Cancun.