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Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Conch Shell House

Beach instrument turned bed and breakfast.

Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Isla Mujeres Sea-View Cemetery

An island graveyard with spectacular views of the Caribbean.

Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Joyxee Island

One man's fulfilled dream of living on an artificial island made of recycled plastic bottles.

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Old Airport Control Tower

One of Mexico's youngest major cities still holds on to this structure representing its short modern history.

4 miles from Isla Mujeres

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Museo Subacuático de Arte

Underwater art project will double as a massive artificial coral reef to help regenerate the damaged ecosystem.

7 miles from Isla Mujeres

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El Rey Ruins

A small collection of iguana-infested ruins hides amid Cancún's bustling hotel zone.

9 miles from Isla Mujeres

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The Leaning Lighthouse

Still standing despite its considerable slant, this tilted lighthouse has become a local symbol of resilience.

24 miles from Isla Mujeres

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