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Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins

Chichen Itza is probably the most important city of the Mayan Culture in the Yucatan peninsula and has the most amazing buildings of any other Mayan ancient cities. Chichen Itza is also the largest and most impressive of the Mayan ruins, is an spectacular and mystical place to visit, if you only want to do one day trip during your vacation in Cancun, this should be this one.

Chichen-Itza (chee-chehn eet-sah) in Maya, was a sacred city of the Itza and the name literally means: "Mouth of the well of the Itza". Located 75 miles east of Merida, the capital of the State of Yucatan, Mexico; it covers an area of approximately six square miles where hundreds of buildings once stood. Now most are mounds but more than thirty may still be seen by tourists.

The ruins of Chichen Itza are divided into two groups. One group belongs to the classic Maya Period and was built between the 7th and 10th centuries A.D., at which time the city became a prominent ceremonial center. The other group corresponds to the Maya-Toltec Period, from the later part of the 10th century to the beginning of the 13th century A.D. This area includes the Sacred Well and most of the outstanding ruins.

Kukulkan's pyramid

Possibly the best known construction on the site is Kukulkan's Pyramid. El Castillo (Kukulkan-Quetzalcoatl), a square-based, stepped pyramid that is approximately 75 feet tall. This pyramid was built for astronomical purposes and during the vernal equinox (March 20) and the autumnal equinox (September 21) at about 3pm the sunlight bathes the western balustrade of the pyramid's main stairway. This causes seven isosceles triangles to form imitating the body of a serpent 37 yards long that creeps downwards until it joins the huge serpent's head carved in stone at the bottom of the stairway.

Recommendations

To make the most of your incredible experience at the ruins, we recommend to take one of the several tours to Chichen Itza that we offer. Our tours offer security, comfort an extremely knowledgeable and informative guides, you will learn so much about the Mayan culture and the wonder of the architecture, astronomy, and advanced civilization of the Mayas.

There are several tours to Chichen Itza departing from Cancun and the Mayan Riviera, you should prepare for a full day tour but we guarantee you won't regret.

Chichen Itza Tours

Chichen Itza and Valladolid - Xichen

A fascinating tour to the sacred city of the Mayan culture! This is an exclusive guided tour to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza and the colonial city of Valladolid.

From USD~~$ 109~~ $98.1

Chichen Itza Sky Luxury Cruiser

Visit this wonder of the world in ultimate in comfort and style. Experience life in the lap of luxury on your way to visit Chichen Itza.

From USD~~$ 119~~ $103

Chichen Itza Regular

Don't miss the opportunity to visit Chichen Itza during your Cancun vacations; the ancient capital of the Mayan Empire and learn why it has been designated one of the modern wonders of the world.

From USD~~$ 90~~ $85

Chichen Itza Express

Designed for travelers who need to return earlier to their hotels or who do not wish to make a full day trip.

From USD~~$ 72~~ $67

Chichen Itza Classic

Chichen Itza is one of the most amazing places in the world and a must-do visit during your Cancun vacation. This tour is a great option to enjoy the Capital of the Maya World.

From USD~~$ 66.5~~ $59

Chichen Itza Light and Sound

Get immerse in the Mayan heaven full of moonlight, music, special light effects and mysticism and enjoy Chichen itza at night.

From USD $76.5

Most Requested Tours

Xplor Tour
From: $104
One of the best adventure tour in the Riviera Maya! Explore and defy your emotions in natural surroundings under the surface of the earth with this All Inclusive Tour.

Extreme Canopy Adventure
From: $85
Ride 12 exciting zip lines with over 2 miles of thrill adventure, then ride in an army truck to a hidden jungle cenote and jump into the water.

Chichen Itza Sky Luxury Cruiser
From: $103
Visit this wonder of the world in ultimate in comfort and style. Experience life in the lap of luxury on your way to visit Chichen Itza.

Chichen Itza Classic
From: $59
Chichen Itza is one of the most amazing places in the world and a must-do visit during your Cancun vacation. This tour is a great option to enjoy the Capital of the Maya World.

Xcaret Plus Tour
From: $109
One of the best eco-park around the world and the most visited attraction in the Mayan Riviera in Mexico.

Cancun Adventure Tours
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