Things to do in Yucatan, Yucatan: The Best Ancient Ruins

February 27, 2022 Stefan Strunk

Discover the best top things to do in Yucatan, Yucatan Peninsula including Templo de Kukulkan, Zona Arqueologica Uxmal, Piramide del Adivino, Yaxuna, Zona Arqueologica Yaxuna, Governor's Palace, Cuadrangulo De Las Monjas (quadrangle Of The Nuns), Zona Arqueologica de Kabah, Chichen Itza, Temple of the Big Tables.
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1. Templo de Kukulkan

Piste Yucatan, Chichen Itza 97751 Mexico +52 998 283 0423
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Templo de Kukulkan

This impressive pyramid dominates Chichén Itzá's landscape, standing an imposing 24 meters high.

Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia

Well, this is the main attraction of Chichen Itza and one of the most famous landmarks in the world. It's enlisted in the new seven wonders of the world. It's full name is Temple of Kukulkan - a feather divine beast adorned by Maya which had supernatural powers. On El Castillo, Kukulkan is carved twisted on both sides of the northern stairway. It's so immaculately built that only twice a year, during the spring and autumn equinoxes, the sun illuminates its entire length from top to bottom (amazing, see it on Youtube). Besides that there're more interesting facts - the pyramid has 9 levels plus the Temple on top. Each side's staircase has 91 stairs, which multiplied by 4 sides and the Temple on top makes the grand total of 365 (days in year).

2. Zona Arqueologica Uxmal

Carretera Federal No. 261, Uxmal 97899 Mexico +52 999 944 0033 [email protected] http://www.inah.gob.mx/es/zonas/110-zona-arqueologica-de-uxmal
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Zona Arqueologica Uxmal

An ancient Mayan building thought to be a school and named by a Spanish historian who thought it looked like a European monastery.

Reviewed By TravelingLily2014 - Niskayuna, United States

With so many sites to choose from, it might be easy to skip Uxmal....but please don’t. It is a wonderful site and you can STILL climb some of the pyramids, although not the main one. It is large, with lots to see. The architecture is extraordinary. We returned for the sound and light show and although we didn’t understand the Spanish, we understood the story and loved seeing the site at night.

3. Piramide del Adivino

Zona Arqueologica De Uxmal, Uxmal 97899 Mexico
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Piramide del Adivino

4. Yaxuna

Piste Mexico
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Yaxuna

5. Zona Arqueologica Yaxuna

Carr. A Chanson S/n, Yaxuna 97924 Mexico
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Zona Arqueologica Yaxuna

6. Governor's Palace

Zona Arqueologica De Uxmal, Uxmal 97899 Mexico +52 999 944 0033
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Governor's Palace

7. Cuadrangulo De Las Monjas (quadrangle Of The Nuns)

Zona Arqueologica de Uxmal, Uxmal 97899 Mexico
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Cuadrangulo De Las Monjas (quadrangle Of The Nuns)

8. Zona Arqueologica de Kabah

Zona Arqueologica de Junchavin Mexico +52 999 913 4034 [email protected] http://www.inah.gob.mx/zonas/157-zona-arqueologica-de-kabah
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4.5 based on 250 reviews

Zona Arqueologica de Kabah

Once a thriving Mayan city, now an impressive ruin.

Reviewed By DollyL_11 - Merida, Mexico

Kabah is a large set of Mayan ruins that are pretty and varied. The site doesn't require walking in the jungle but does require climbing to fully view its features. Lovely views.

9. Chichen Itza

Chichen Itza Mexico +52 985 851 0137 [email protected] http://www.chichenitza.inah.gob.mx/
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Chichen Itza

Reviewed By LegiaW67 - Massapequa Park, United States

Amazing and historical place Our Tour guide Sergio was fantastic explain all the history of Mayan culture One of seven wonders of the world Must see

10. Temple of the Big Tables

Chichen Itza Mexico
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Temple of the Big Tables

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