An eager tourist will also check out the Mayan caves as they were also very important to them as conduits to the underworld and the associated gods. A post shared by Mayan Ruins Travel mayanruins. They were never united, nor did they have a common sense of unity. About 28 Mayan languages survive today. Mayan ruins in Mexico include some of the most famous ruins and a large part of the territory that the Mayans occupied.
They are clustered in and around the Mayan Peninsula. Some of the ruins here include some of the most famous of Mayan ruins like Chichen Itza and Tulum.
Some of these cities were abandoned long before European arrival around the year AD for reasons that are still being debated. Perhaps the most famous ruins of the Mayan world are those of Chichen Itza. A post shared by FRod p4nd4folife. Coba is a must-see but it has not had the same touristic acclaim as its neighbors like Chichen Itza and Tulum. Today it is located deep in the jungle and until the s it was not open to the public because of difficulty getting to it. Tulum is one of the most famous Mayan ruins in the Yucatan and is one of the coastal Mayan sites.
Belize may be a less popular destination than Yucatan in Mexico, but it is thought of by some as toping its neighbor with the number and a variety of sites.
There are more than sites in Belize alone so this article is not exhaustive! Palenque is smaller than the other ruins on this list, but it is special because of the stunning hieroglyphics inside the Temple of the Inscriptions. This temple also happens to be the only known funerary monument discovered from Maya times. Instead, you can stay at one of the boutique accommodations in the forest on the road to the ruins.
Sleep in thatched cabanas and wake up to the sounds of wildlife in the surrounding jungle. Read more: 5 reasons why Mexico is the ultimate solo travel destination. Regardless of which of these ruins you visit, walking in the steps of the Maya people is a unique experience that will open your eyes to the amazing architectural prowess of this ancient civilization.
Ready to explore the ruins, beaches and incredible culture of Central America? Megan is a travel and food-obsessed Midwesterner living in Chicago and dreaming of the world. At only 28 years old, she has been lucky to have traveled quite a bit — 6 continents, 44 countries and countless cities — blogging about her journeys at traverse-blog.
Since she was young, she has fostered a sense of adventure and desire to explore the world. She is passionate about responsible travel, meeting new people, and creating unique memories. This is a very complete information on how to do day trip to Chichen Itza.
Thank you! Add Ek Balam north of Cancun. Excavations continue. So beautiful to see the discoveries as the site develops. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. Home » Step aside Chichen Itza: 6 other Maya ruins we love. Without further ado, here are six lesser-known spots that we think are just as wonderful as Chichen Itza: 1.
Tulum, Mexico Tulum, Mexico. Copan, Honduras. The carvings. Tikal, Guatemala. Xunantunich, Belize. Palenque, Mexico. View trip. The Mexican highways were in good condition and were not too crowded when we drove. If you getting a rental car in Mexico to drive to Chichen Itza, we recommend you do the following:.
This post also has some great info on purchasing a private tour of Chichen Itza with kids. The Tulum ruins are perched up high on a cliff, overlooking the world-famous turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. If you like beautiful scenery, a visit to the Tulum ruins is a good choice for you. There are many different combinations available for Tulum tours. You easily visit Tulum from Cancun on a half-day express tour. A popular option is to make a day of it and visit another top Mexican attraction, such as the Coba Mayan ruins or the Xel-ha eco-park.
The drive from Cancun to Tulum is approximately 2 hours, while the drive from Playa del Carmen to Tulum is only 1 hour along the main, divided highway.
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