San Gervasio

Admission	$5.50
Hours	8am – 5pm, daily

Visitors wishing to experience the mythical side of Cozumel should look no further than San Gervasio, regarded as the sacred center and capital of the island during the Maya occupation of 300 to 1200 A.D. It was during this span of time that the Maya created dozens of temples to worship Ixchel, the island's main goddess. Located on the north side of the island, San Gervasio welcomed many visitors over the centuries looking to worship Ixchel and seeking guidance in their need for motherhood and fertility.

Surrounded by forest, he remains of these Maya temples are marked by informational plaques describing each structure. Characteristic features include steps leading to limestone plazas and arches, as well as stelae bas-reliefs.

Tours organized all over the island usually include a stop at San Gervasio. If you wish to visit San Gervasio on your own, just take Avenida Juarez from the town of San Miguel or Punta Este and look for the well-marked turnoff that will take you along a well-maintained road leading to the ruins.

Craft shops and a snack bar are located at the entrance of San Gervasio.