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Museo CEDAM

CEDAM stands for Club de Exploraciones y Deportes Acuáticos de México, A.C. In English, it translates to The Museum of Mexico’s Explorations and Water Sports Club, Civil Association, which is quite a mouthful in either language. Whatever it's called, it's a museum, and a rather interesting one, filled with treasures from Mexico's nautical and historic past.

The CEDAM Museum at Puerto Aventuras

The museum was founded by Pablo Bush Romero and first opened its doors in 1958 in Mexico City. Mr. Bush Romero later moved it to Akumal, and then finally to Puerto Aventuras. Most of the objects on display came from El Matancero, a ship built in Matanzas, Cuba that shipwrecked on February 12, 1741 close to Akumal, about 18 km. (12 miles) to the south. Other pieces came from other shipwrecks, like El Candelero (The Chandlier). Among the objects recovered and on display are dishes, cups, weapons, gold dentures, coins, silverware, decorative objects, glasses and other items. Other exhibits include archaeological pieces, both originals and reporductions, from Xel-Ha, located 28 km. (19 miles) to the south. The museum is open Monday through Saturday all year long from 9:00 to 13:00 hrs. (9 AM to 1 PM) and from 14:30 to 17:30 hrs. (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM). It is located by the main entrance of the commercial center and marina on the second floor of a pink building. There is no entrance fee, although donations are always welcome.

Dolphins:

Another great thing to try while in Puerto Aventuras is watching the dolphins that reside here. In and around the small island inside the marina you will be able to see people interacting with them. If you like, you can swim with them yourself. See the Water Activies section for more information.

Walk along the Marina:

Besides watching dolphins, you can also walk along the marina's docks to its mouth, where it opens to the sea. From here, you can enjoy the stunning view. In the middle of the bay,

The little island at Puerto Aventuras Marina

there is a tiny island that becomes a sanctuary for hundreds of birds every evening. Watching them gather at dusk each day is something even those famililar with it never stop admiring.

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