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Quick facts
- El Castillo, or the Temple of Kukulcán, is a 30-meter tall pyramid that features a total of 365 steps, symbolizing the days of the year.
- Chichén Itzá was a major focal point of the Maya civilization from 600 AD to 1200 AD, demonstrating its significance as a cultural and economic hub.
- The Great Ball Court at Chichén Itzá is the largest ball court in Mesoamerica, measuring 168 meters long and 70 meters wide, and it features intricate carvings depicting the sport.
- The cenote in Chichén Itzá, known as Cenote Sagrado, is a natural sinkhole that was used by the Maya for sacrificial offerings and is over 60 meters in diameter.
- The archaeological site of Chichén Itzá was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988 and is also one of the New Seven Wonders of the World as of 2007.
Travel details
- Country
- Mexico
- Wind (now)
- 11 km/h
- Coordinates
- 20.6843, -88.5678
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