San Miguel de Cozumel Facts for Kids

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San Miguel de Cozumel

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San Miguel de Cozumel

Location in Cozumel

San Miguel de Cozumel

Location in Quintana Roo

San Miguel de Cozumel

Location in Mexico

Country

Municipality

Elevation

1 m (3 ft)

Population

• City

77,236

• Urban

77,236

Time zone

UTC−5 (Southeast (US Eastern))

• Summer (DST)

UTC-5 (No DST)

Codigo Postal

77600

Area code(s)

987

Website

http://www.cozumel.gob.mx/

Airport: Cozumel International Airport MMCZ CZM

San Miguel de Cozumel is the biggest city on Cozumel island in Mexico. It is located in the state of Quintana Roo. In 2010, about 77,236 people lived there. This makes it the fourth-largest community in Quintana Roo.

The city is a very important place for tourism on the Riviera Maya. It is the only place where you can catch a ferry from the Mexican mainland to the island. San Miguel de Cozumel also has the first international cruise ship terminal in Quintana Roo.

Exploring San Miguel de Cozumel
- Island Life and Activities
Cozumel's Busy Port
- How Ships Use the Port
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Exploring San Miguel de Cozumel

San Miguel de Cozumel is the main town on Cozumel island. It is a lively place with lots of shops, restaurants, and activities. Many visitors come here to enjoy the beautiful beaches and clear waters. The city is known for its friendly atmosphere and vibrant culture.

Island Life and Activities

Cozumel is famous for its amazing scuba diving and snorkeling. The island is surrounded by coral reefs full of colorful fish and marine life. You can also explore ancient Mayan ruins on the island. These ruins tell stories of the people who lived here long ago.

The city offers many options for fun. You can go shopping for souvenirs or enjoy delicious local food. There are also many water sports available, like paddleboarding and kayaking.

Cozumel's Busy Port

The Cozumel International Seaport is a very important part of the city. It has a large dock that can welcome big cruise ships. This dock is 271 meters long. It also has a special structure called a "dolphin" that helps ships dock safely.

How Ships Use the Port

The port is designed to handle two large cruise ships at the same time. The outer part of the dock can hold very big ships, like those that weigh 140,000 tons. The inner part can hold ships up to 85,000 tons. Smaller boats can also use a special tender dock at the terminal.

Many different types of boats visit Cozumel. Most of them are passenger ships and sailing boats. The biggest ships that have entered this port were 363 meters long. Cozumel is the fourth busiest passenger port in the world. It welcomes about 3.3 million passengers each year.