Uxmal, a Maya city located in the Yucatan, was built around 700 AD and had a population of approx. 25,000. Its buildings were constructed between 700–1000 AD and are aligned according to the astronomical knowledge of the time. The pyramid, as named by the Spanish, dominates the ceremonial center and is composed of intricately designed houses decorated with symbols and carvings of the rain god—Chaac.Uxmal, Kabah, and Sayil represent the pinnacle of Maya art and architecture.
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Show More ReviewsWe will take tourists from Cancun to the Magic Pyramid - Uxmal. If Chichen Itza and the Sun and Moon Pyramids in Mexico City are your first understanding of Mayan culture and Aztec culture, then the Uxmal Pyramid in southern Merida will make you fall in love with Mayan culture more deeply! The Warlock House in the scenic area is 39 meters high, and its oval shape is rare in Mayan ruins. Well preserved! It is called the Magic Pyramid because, according to legend, it was built overnight by a dwarf who jumped out of a lizard egg. Merida has rich tourism resources. For friends who come to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula for an in-depth tour, it is recommended that you stay in Merida for a few more days. Ecological tours such as Celeston to watch flamingos are all good choices. For more local fun in Mexico, please consult me!