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Interesting Archaeological Discoveries You Can Visit From Cancun Vacations and Luxury Travel Packages
Cancún has vestiges of Mayan culture in places such as El Rey and El Meco. Cancún Museum, set in the Convention Center in the Hotel Zone, displays pieces from these and other archaeological sites in the state. Cancún is just a short trip away from imposing Mayan centers such as Tulum and even San Gervasio, on Cozumel Island. Two hundred kilometers outside Cancún, in the state of Yucatán, stands Chichén Itzá, which can be reached by taking Hway. 180 to Mérida. Cobá  Located 180 km outside Cancún and regarded as one of the most important archaeological sites because of the remains found there. Cobá has one of the highest pyramids in the peninsula, the Nohoch Mul.
El Rey This small Mayan settlement with one pyramid and two plazas, occupied from 1200 AD to the Conquest is located in the far south of the island. Located at Km 17.5 on Kukulkan Boulevard in Cancun's hotel zone, just in front of Nichupte Lagoon. It was one the first archaeological zones discovered in Cancun. Many of the objects found there are now on exhibit in the Cancun Archaeological Museum, next to the convention center. According to experts in the field, El Rey was an important ceremonial center that reached its height during the Postclassic period (1250-1521). The architectural style resembles those found in other nearby sites such as Tulum, Xel-Ha and El Meco. On your tour of the site, you'll notice that the constructions, like structure 3B, are very well conserved. Inside, you'll find traces of an original painting in what was presumably a king's tomb, which explains why the site is called El Rey (The King). Tulum  Archaeological zone, 132 km from Cancún, whose location on the edge of a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea makes it one of the most spectacular in the Mayan World. It was one of the region's main cities and was built by a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. It is surround by a wall on three of its sides and has five entryways and two watchtowers. Its important structures are a castle, two temples and the house of the ruler, who was known as the Halach Uinic (the True Man).Xel-Há  The park 115 km outside Cancún features underwater rivers, lagoons, limestone sinkholes, virtually unspoiled forest and archaeological remains. Ideal for swimming and snorkeling.
Chichen Itza - Located 200 kilometers from Cancun and 120 kilometers from Merida, on Highway 180 in the northern region of the Yucatan Peninsula. It was the most important regional capital of the Mayans from 750-1200. Things to see include a castle (the Pyramid of Kukulkan) with 365 steps, a ball court, la Plaza de Mil Columnas (the Plaza of a Thousand Columns), el Cenote Sagrado (the Sacred Sinkhole), and the temples. Coba - You can arrive there by taking the Cancun-Chetumal Highway. When you reach Tulum, take the Km 47 turnoff, which will take you directly to the town and the archaeological zone. An important political and commercial center, Coba was one of the most populated Mayan cities. You'll appreciate its grandeur when you see a temple that is 25 meters (82 feet) high within the Coba Group, a cluster of urban structures. Another important structure is the Nohoch Mul, one of the highest Mayan constructions ever built, which towers 42 meters (138 feet) high. Save time, money and stress! For reservations: Fill out the vacation planner to be contacted by our Cancun vacation specialist. Contact: Travelwizard.com |
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