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Mayan Ruins, Chichen-Itza, Mexico

The ancient Maya used the observatory at Chichen-Itza to track the stars and to calculate agricultural seasons. This huge complex of magnificent Mayan ruins is one of the most extensive in Mexico. It dates back to 600 AD and the Mayan civilization. It features in the center the majestic pyramid of Kulkulkan, with its accompanying buildings.

Mexican History Chichen Itza

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March 21 and September 21: At the Equinoxes, Kukulcán, the plumed serpent deity, appears to emerge from his temple atop El Castillo Pyramid at Chichén Itzá and slithers down to earth Overview Other Popular Destinations in Mexico: Acapulco, Los Cabos, Mexico City, Cancun, Playa del Carmen

Chichen-Itza in Mexico has mystified people for hundreds of years…. You should see it at least once in your lifetime. If you have to pick one day trip during your Cancun vacation then Chichen Itza has to be it. Take couple of bottles with frozen water, sun block, sunglasses, a backpack, wear comfortable shoes - and bug repellent. Chichen Itza is far inland and you will find the temperature considerably hotter than your beach side hotel. A ten hour tour, stopping off at the Spanish colonial town of Valladolid on the way, where you can buy some souvenirs, takes you to the most breathtaking ruins in the Maya world. The climb up the famous pyramid named El Castillo will afford you the most magnificent views over the surrounding miles of lush jungle and across what was a thriving city over twelve hundred years ago. To come down it may be a bit scary, but if you take it easy, you'll be fine.

One of the most astonishing buildings at Chichen-Itza is El Castillo (The Castle). It stands 25 meters (82 feet) tall and was originally built around 800 A.D. The building itself represents a Mayan calendar. If you count all of the steps in El Castillo, they add up to 365, the number of days in a year. On each façade of the pyramid are 52 flat panels, which are believed to represent the 52 months in the round Mayan calendar. On the first day of spring and fall (March 21 and September 23), the most startling change occurs to the building. In the middle of the afternoon, a descending serpent, representing Kukulkán, appears on the side of the building, painted in light and shadow. A stone snake's head pointing toward el Cenote Sagrado (the Sacred Cenote) at the very bottom of the stairs completes the effect. It is visible for about three hours, although it is possible to see it a day or two before and after the equinoxes.

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Chichen Itza ex Cancun
Visit this famous Mayan archeological site which has mystified people for hundreds of years. The more energetic can enjoy the opportunity to climb the pyramid, or if you're more sedate, try bargaining with the locals for some of the handicraft items on sale - it's a great way to experience the culture!

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It doesn't look so high from the bottom.

The Castillo of Chichen Itza from Ball court.

Another of the buildings, the Ball Court, is the largest and most impressive structure of its type in Mexico.It was a stadium used for ritual games around 864 A.D. One of the most intriguing things about the Ball Court is the remarkable acoustics. One can clap or scream anywhere in the structure, but an echo can only be reproduced in two places, right in front of the stone rings located on either side of the court.

Chichen-Itza, Temple of the Warriors.

Chichen-Itza, Observatory.

Chichen-Itza, Red house.

Chichen-Itza, Nunnery.

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