Mayan Archaeological Sites in Yucatán
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Mayan Archaeological Sites in Yucatán
Archaeological Sites in Oaxaca
Arqueología Chihuahua
Arqueología Campeche
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Southern Mexico
It is one of the best examples of Pucc architecture in the state.
Its name means “fertile soil exposed to the sun”. The site was established in a valley within the Puuc region during the Late Preclassic period, had little presence in the Early Classic, and peaked in the Late Classic.
Hieroglyphic inscriptions found at the site date from 731 to 771 AD.
It is considered the regional capital of at least 25 sites that are located around it.
Must see Buildings
This area is important for its monumental architecture and for the large number of hieroglyphic inscriptions found in here.
The ruins of the site extend over an area of 10 km2.
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Palacio de los Cilindros (Palace of the Cylinders)
It is the largest structure with a wide raised staircase, this building had ten rooms and in the lower part there is a group of several alternating cylinders and an anthropomorphic sculpture named “La Vieja”(the old woman), for its protection. It has a wide staircase, an access arch and five rooms.
Grupo de la Serie Inicial (Group of the Initial Series)
The group has two buildings, one in the north and one in the south, both with three chambers.
Casa del Gran Dintel (House of the Great Lintel)
Not very far is the House of the Great Lintel, with three chambers and an enormous carved monolithic lintel.
Location
Hours
Monday to Sunday from 9:00 to 17:00 hrs.
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