Playa del Carmen Live Cam

Playa del Carmen is a coastal resort town located on the Caribbean coast of Mexico, in the state of Quintana Roo. The history of Playa del Carmen dates back to the ancient Mayan civilization, with the site of the town being originally known as Xaman-Ha, meaning "waters of the north."

The Mayans considered Xaman-Ha a sacred spot, as it was believed to be the departure point for the souls of the dead to cross over to the afterlife. However, after the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors in the early 16th century, the town was abandoned and left to ruins.

In the 20th century, Playa del Carmen became a small fishing village, with a population of only a few hundred people. However, the town began to attract tourists in the 1970s due to its natural beauty and proximity to popular attractions such as the island of Cozumel and the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum.