₪ Chichén Itzá Archaeological Zone
El Castillo, otherwise known as the Pyramid of Kukulcan is the centerpiece around which the other ceremonial pyramids of the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza radiate and rise out of the jungle mist, Over a thousand years old, the monolithic pyramid is adorned with serpents, which seem to slither down the corners of the edifice when the sun's rays catch them from the right angle in the solstice and equinox.
Architectural groups
₪ El Castillo
Commonly called "The Castle" is the most representative Chichén Itzá. This beautiful temple of Kukulcan was built around the year 300 and 450 AD Addition of the 91 stages of the 4 existing faces, plus a central stopover before the peak of construction, you get the number 365, the exact number of days in a year. This and many other details indicate the precise knowledge of the stars that had the Mayans.
₪ Great Ball Court
The ball game in Chichén Itzá is shaped like an '' H '' and is 160 meters long and 75 wide, and includes the construction of the Jaguars Temple the field, and a domed box, bleachers of viewers for its architecture and have incredible sound clarity.
₪ La Iglesia, "The Church"
Las Monjas is a governmental palace one of the more notable structures at Chichén Itzá. This complex with classic Puuc architectural style buildings in the east have a small temple known as the La Iglesia, "The Church" decorated with elaborate masks and hieroglyphic texts frequently mention a ruler by the name of Kakupakal.
₪ El Caracol "The Snail"
This building, colloquially called "el Caracol", the snail on the inside consists of concentric circles, spirals to observe the stars and ritual functions. The building speaks for itself and indicates what was the essential purpose of this construction and the knowledge developed on Mayan astrology.
₪ Temple of the Warriors
This is one of the most impressive complexes of Chichen Itza, has four platforms, flanked by 200 square columns each column with bas-reliefs of warriors, The Chacmol lying "Toltec deity" is at the top of the building. With the columns of snakes "S" with astronomical signs and decorative details at the head of each snake.
Chichén Itzá, Archaeological Zone
Chichén Itzá, is the second-most visited of Mexico's archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Chichén Itzá 's El Castillo was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The archaeological site draws many visitors from the popular tourist resort of Cancún and Merida, who make a day trip on tour buses.
Chichen Itza Night of Kukulkan
Night tour at the archaeological site of Chichen Itzá, you will be able to visit some of the main buildings in the surroundings of the Pyramid of Kukulkán "The Castle". Afterwards, you will be seated in front of the pyramid to enjoy the projection on its façade and in about 25 minutes you will discover more about Chichén Itzá´s amazing history.
Balankanche Cave
Balankanche is located only 6 kilometers from Chichén Itzá, via the federal highway 180. In its striking cave you can find its natural stone formations and 100 incense burners of pottery and stone under stalagmites, for its archaeological importance as a ceremonial site for Maya inhabitants and too you can find a light and sound show that relates its history.
Equinox at Chichen Itza
On the 21st of March year by year thousands of people descend upon the pyramids of Chichen Itza to observe one of the most amazing spectacles on earth the slide down in the shape of a serpent of their Mayan God 'Quetzalcoatl' to provide blessings for a good harvest and good health and in our days to demonstrate us the fantastic astronomers that The Mayans was. Therefore for five hours in the Spring Equinox, the sun position and "the castle" Kukulkan Pyramid create an visual daydream of light and shadows to form seven triangles from the top descending in a shape of the god Quetzalcoatl "Feathered Serpent" to the bottom of the pyramid.
Hotel recommendations in Chichén Itzá:
₪ Best Chichén Itzá Hotels
The Lodge at Chichen Itza
The Lodge is bordering Chichén Itzá Archaeological Site, with an private entrance to this amazing Mayan destination & temples. Located in over one thousand acres of landscaped grounds, all the Bungalows are located around our swimming pools with spectacular views of our gardens and park and features three outdoor pools and bungalows inspired by Maya Casitas.
₪ Best Value Chichén Itzá Hotels
Hacienda Chichen
Hacienda Chichen Offers you easy access to Chichén Itzá archaeological site though its own garden, and perfect choice for romantic travel and Spa wellness travelers. Hacienda Chichen is pet-friendly property with an incredible location.
Villas Arqueologicas Chichen Itza
Hotel Villas Archaeological Chichén is situated at side of this amzing travel destination, within a small enclave of three hotels. Located 2 hours from Cancun and 1h 20 minutes from Merida, pnly a small walk separe our Hotel in Chichén Itza world wonder and UNESCO world heritage site. Surrounded by tropical gardens and exotic birds, this cozy Hotel offers 43 rooms an inviting swimming pool with wooden Mayan statues. Restaurant & Bar and veritable Mayan ruins dot the gardens of the hotel.
₪ Valladolid Hotels
Casa Tía Micha & Casa Marlene
Casa Tía Micha & Casa Marlene mission is make feel truly in a old house of Valladolid, Yucatán Colonial magic town, where a personalized warm service and privacy in our two small boutique hotels with five and six rooms respectively, ideal for people seeking a stay out of the ordinary with the charms and history of Valladolid and at 30 minutes for Chichén Itzá Archaeological Site.
Casa Tía Micha & Casa Marlene
The Aurora is a Hotel in the colonial city of Valladolid, ideal for descansar, with the services and a decoration, the Aurora Valladolid Hotel brinda óptimos that hacen feel a nuestros visitantes a warm and cozy atmosphere, con tranquilidad y seguridad that our como distinguishes great anfitriones and excellent amenidades in nuestras excelentes habitaciones.
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