Chichen Itza - Wikipedia
Chichén Itzá was a major focal point in the Northern Maya Lowlands from the Late Classic (c. AD 600–900) through the Terminal Classic (c. AD 800–900) and into the early portion of the Postclassic period (c. AD 900–1200).
Chichen Itza | Description, Buildings, History, & Facts - Britannica
Dec 9, 2024 · Chichén Itzá, ruined ancient Maya city occupying an area of 4 square miles (10 square km) in south-central Yucatán state, Mexico. It is thought to have been a religious, military, political, and commercial center that at its peak would have been home to 35,000 people.
Chichen Itza ‑ Mexico, Pyramid & Facts - HISTORY
Feb 19, 2018 · Chichen Itza is a former Mayan city and current archeological site on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, known for pyramids like El Castillo among its preserved ruins.
Chichen Itza -- World Heritage Site -- National Geographic
Nov 15, 2010 · Built to awe, the pyramid known as El Castillo has become the towering icon of Chichén Itzá. Location: Mexico. Year Designated: 1988. Category: Cultural. Criteria: (i) (ii) (iii) …
Chichen Itza Visitors Guide | December 2024 - Island Life Mexico
Dec 2, 2024 · The ancient Mayan capital of Chichen Itza is one of the 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that you should plan to visit on your next trip to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. The sacred site is around 75 miles east of Merida and around 120 miles from the famous city of Cancun.
Chichen Itza - World History Encyclopedia
Sep 26, 2014 · Chichen Itza, located at the northern tip of the Yucatán Peninsula of modern Mexico, was a Maya city which was later significantly influenced by the Toltec civilization. Flourishing between c. 750 and 1200 CE, the site is rich in monumental architecture and sculpture which promote themes of militarism and displays imagery of jaguars, eagles ...
What does Chichén Itzá mean? - Lonely Planet
Nov 10, 2024 · Chichén Itzá was once one of the most important cities in the Maya world, flourishing between 550 and 1200 CE, though the exact dates are debated. Spanning about 4 square miles today, the city likely covered closer to 10 square miles at its peak.
Chichén Itzá - One of the Seven Wonders of the World
Nov 3, 2021 · An area with a large concentration of cultural significance, as well as the best-preserved archaeological site in the world, Chichen Itza is a setting of many important architectural and natural wonders, including El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, the Temple of the Warriors, and the Sacred Cenote.
Ultimate Travel Guide to Chichén Itzá (2024) - Wanderly
Chichén Itzá was the primary cultural and ceremonial center of the Mayan civilization and has become one of Mexico’s most-visited archaeological site, drawing over 2.6 million visitors every year.
Chichén Itzá travel - Lonely Planet | Mexico, North America
The most famous and best restored of the Yucatán Maya sites, Chichén Itzá, while tremendously overcrowded – every gawker and his or her grandmother is trying to check off the new seven wonders of the world – will still impress even the most jaded visitor. Yes, it's goosebump material.
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