The majesty of Chichen Itza is known all over the world. The sheer number of visitors this site receives every day is the best indicator of the interest stirred by architectural vestiges of the Maya civilization.
The pleasure of discovering Chichen Itza comes from in-depth investigation of the new evidence that archaeologists unearth on a day-to-day basis. Platforms, walls, altars, friezes, stellae, columns, lintels, masks and sculptures join to marvel us and exceed even the wildest dreams of the most demanding pre-Hispanic world explorers.
Kukulcan’s Castle, Chichen Itza’s most emblematic building, owes its importance to its location at the center of the square, its height, its four lateral staircases and the two snake heads pointing towards the Sacred Well. These characteristics are proof of the connection between this structure and the dominion, government and religion of this legendary city’s people.
Among the latest discoveries, several hidden buildings have been brought to light.
Winter daylight savings time (November to March)
Monday to Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Light and Sound show: 7:00 p.m.
Fee: MX$111 (site visit + Light and Sound show)
MX$45 Only Light and Sound show
Summer daylight savings time (April to October)
Monday to Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Light and Sound show: 8:00 p.m.
Fee: MX$111 (site visit + Light and Sound show)
MX$45 Only Light and Sound show
Chichen Itza, its marvelous Castle and other wonders
