Chichén Itza
A wonder of the world
About the pyramids
Chichen-Itza (chee-chehn eet-sah) in Maya, was a sacred city of the Itza and the name literally means: "Mouth of the well of the Itza". Located 75 miles east of Merida, the capital of the State of Yucatan, Mexico; it covers an area of approximately six square miles where hundreds of buildings once stood. Now most are mounds but more than thirty may still be seen by tourists.
The ruins of Chichen Itza are divided into two groups. One group belongs to the classic Maya Period and was built between the 7th and 10th centuries A.D., at which time the city became a prominent ceremonial center. The other group corresponds to the Maya-Toltec Period, from the later part of the 10th century to the beginning of the 13th century A.D. This area includes the Sacred Well and most of the outstanding ruins.
Location
This touristic attraction is located just 2 hours away from the cities of Merida or Cancun (it's in the middle of both) and you can get there by taking a bus that will cost you around 40$DLLS. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes so you can enjoy your visit more.
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