By the 10th century, Chichen Itza was a sprawling city with a dense trade network that reached as far as the Caribbean coastline. Rising from the dense jungles of the Yucatan, Chichen Itza grew to prominence from the 6th century A.D.
Anton_Ivanov / A Brief History of Chichen Itza To help you to beat the crowds and make the most of your time in Mexico, here’s our ultimate guide to visiting the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza. Located within day-tripping distance of the Yucatan Peninsula’s Riviera Maya, as well as the ever-popular city of Merida, this epic site can be explored in lots of different ways. While the crowds can be daunting in peak season, the mysterious Mayan pyramids rarely fail to awe even the most experienced of travelers.Ĭhichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is listed as one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World,’ is home to towering temples, sacred sinkholes, and curious Mayan ballcourts. The centuries-old ruins of Chichen Itza undoubtedly are one of the most visited archeological sites and tourist attractions in Mexico.
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