Chichen Itza ruins is a famous tourist destination of South America that is popular for Mayan ruins.
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Chichen Itza ruins are the most impressive archeological remains that are quite popular among the tourists. Famous for different archeological styles that these ruins exhibit, there are several majestic buildings that are built in stone.The city is criss-crossed by a network of paved roads. The ruins consist of complexes that were earlier separated by walls. The most popular of these structures are El Castillo, Temple of Xtoloc, and Temple of Warriors.El Castillo of Chichen Itza ruins is one of the most important buildings. It has square-shaped terraces with steps leading from all the four sides. This temple is among the Seven Wonders of the World. Great Ball court is an enormous court that is 150 meters high. The interior walls are decorated with the sculptures of the players. The other structures that form part of Chichen Itza ruins are Temples of Jaguar.The architecture is influenced by both Maya and Toltec civilizations.
Palenque Mexico is one of the most impressive Mayan ruin that is known for its finest architecture and sophistication. Surrounded by dense forests, this ancient site consists of stone temples that are magnificent both in style and setting. Most important is Temple of Inscriptions is the burial place of the king Pakal. Several hieroglyphic inscriptions have been found here. The temple gives an insight into the history of the city. Various step pyramids like Temple of sun and Temple of Cross are carved elaborately to depict ritualistic figures of the king. Temple 13 is also a burial place of some eminent person. Other notable structure at Palenque Mexico is the Temple of Lion which shows sculpture of king sitting on a jaguar-shaped throne.
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