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Things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico: The Best Ancient Ruins
Discover the best top things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico including National Park of Palenque, Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban, Zona Arqueologica de Yaxchilan, Zona Arqueologica de Palenque, Zona Arqueologica de Junchavin, Zona Arqueologica de Lagartero, Zona Arqueologica de Tenam Rosario, Zona Arqueologica Plan de Ayutla, Yagul, Tonina.
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1. National Park of Palenque
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5.0 based on 1,199 reviews
A wide variety of pyramids, temples and sculptures have all been found at this famous Mayan archaeological site.
Reviewed By 301lisa33 - Coventry, United Kingdom
Fabulous. This site is quite extensive and diverse. Do look for the Tower Palace (which seems quite unusual). Go inside and explore some of the tunnels. (There are bats, if you want to look for them.) There is a very interesting quadrangle with the Temples of the Sun and Cross. Dramatic. There is also a ball court although that takes a bit of imagination. This site is a major attraction - so get there early
2. Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
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5.0 based on 4,737 reviews
The ruins of this ancient Zapotec capital make up one of the most important archaeological sites in all of Latin America.
Reviewed By zantb003 - Sybertsville, United States
Great site!! Great prehispanic temples and observatory. It’s a part of Oaxaca, Zapotecs. I enjoyed it, of course, we’re into history and archeology. It’s impressive-grand.
3. Zona Arqueologica de Yaxchilan
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5.0 based on 522 reviews
Reviewed By Sokey71 - San Diego, United States
Yaxchilan Arqueological site where the only way to get there is by taking a boat in the river Usumacinta and it is a 30min. ride and it is beautiful and also you can see the howler monkeys , spider monkeys, Toucan birds and parrots. Beautiful place.
4. Zona Arqueologica de Palenque
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5.0 based on 3,647 reviews
Reviewed By laurentc651 - Saint-Jeannet, France
A must visit archaeological site in Mexico!! Located in the heart of the 'selva', it's worth taking a guide to fully grasp the majesty of the Mayan civilisation in Palenque. Our favourite :)
5. Zona Arqueologica de Junchavin
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
6. Zona Arqueologica de Lagartero
7. Zona Arqueologica de Tenam Rosario
8. Zona Arqueologica Plan de Ayutla
9. Yagul
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4.5 based on 69 reviews
This peaceful archaeological site provides a more picturesque counterpart to its more popular sister site, Monte Alban.
Reviewed By CHMassachusetts - Cambridge, United States
This is a simply wonderful archaeological site in Oaxaca. In contrast to Monte Alban and Mitla, it is relatively under-visited. Thus, the site is all yours to explore. The guard gave us an excellent orientation. The highlights are the multiple courtyards, and the large ball court. Equally important are the walks to the periphal spots of the site, including the fortifications. The views are spectacular.
10. Tonina
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4.5 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By flapperbaas
This was an amazing visit for us. We had the place practically for ourselves allowing us to take very nice pictures without other people on it. The pyramid is a one of a kind experience for us: easily the highest we climbed, with very steep staircases awarding you the most amazing view of the valley. We slept in the cabanas next to the entrance which was also really nice because we got to see the valley shrouded in the morning fog. If you're planning to see multiple maya sites this has to be on your list! Do not get discouraged by the infamous dangerous road (or rather, the roadblocks) leading to it. The landscape is actually some of the most amazing in the region and although annoying (we spent 2h in the middle of nowhere) the roadblocks are far from dangerous and you can even make some chit chat with the other people in line who, just like you, can do nothing but wait and enjoy some diverting conversation.
