Benito Juárez Municipality

Benito Juárez is a municipality in Quintana Roo along the Caribbean coast with Cancún as its administrative center and largest population hub. The territory spreads across a large area and contains many smaller communities alongside the main city.

The municipality was established in 1975 after Cancún developed as a planned tourism destination and separated from earlier territorial divisions. This creation marked the turning point when the coastal area transformed into a modern administrative center.

The region shows traces of Maya culture through archaeological sites like the Ruinas de el Rey scattered across the territory. These places connect visitors to the area's deep roots and shape how people understand the land today.

The region has good infrastructure with airports, roads, and tourism facilities making it easy to get around. Visitors should expect wet weather during the rainy season and prepare for local conditions accordingly.

The region's economy is heavily based on tourism, with hotels, restaurants, and travel businesses as the main employers. This focus has made Cancún one of the world's largest vacation destinations while shaping how the city developed and how it affects the environment.

Location: Quintana Roo

Inception: January 12, 1975

Capital city: Cancun

Website: http://cancun.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 21.06667,-86.91667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 11:17