Chichen Itza ruins: the best manual of ancient Mayan cultureAdded on 03/01/2006 to Articles Directory / Destinations / Mexico / Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza located 120 kilometers from Merida is the best restored record of the ancient life of the Maya. The city ruins are divided into two areas: Old Chichen and New Chichen. The older part of the city has fine examples of the Puuc architectural style with many representations of Chaac, the Mayan god of rain. New Chichen is characterized by images of Kukulcan, the god of the Toltec-Mayan conquerors. The complex of Chichen Itza ruins is a striking manifestation of impressive knowledge of ancient Mayan tribes. Today it is the most visited archaeological site in Mexico, and the modern world is delighted with the ruins of one of the most developed civilizations of the past.
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