GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Yucatán Peninsula
Yucatán projects between the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. The peninsula includes southeastern Mexico and adjoining parts of Belize and Guatemala, crossing political boundaries.
Fast Facts
- Yucatán Channel separates its northeastern approach from Cuba.
- Extensive limestone supports karst and cenotes.
- Chichén Itzá is an important Maya archaeological site in Mexico.
Connected lessons
- Yucatán PeninsulaMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Bay of CampecheRelated places
- Yucatán ChannelRelated places
- Baja California PeninsulaRelated places