Are you thinking that it is too costly to take your family on a trip abroad? If yes, then it’s time to consider a private full-day guided Chichen Itza tour for a family escape that won’t break your bank! With its huge environmental diversity, Chichen Itza offers something for everyone. It is a wonderful journey especially for the adventure seekers that wish to explore & discover the unique Archeo-Astronomical properties of the ancient site of Chichen Itza. The lush green area allows visitors to witness the glory of this once-powerful Mayan city and the hidden treasures available here create the perfect playground for a whole range of memorable activities. Here listed are a few outdoor activities on the Chichen Itza tour that are a real thrill to undergo.
Cenotes
The natural, freshwater sinkholes (cenotes) in the Yucatan were considered sacred by the Mayans. Most importantly all Mayan cities were built around them. The archaeological site of Chichen Itza also has multiple deep cenotes that reveal a trove of Mayan history. The Sacred Cenote, which is used for religious purposes, was the most important among others and worth of discovery on your private full-day guided Chichen Itza tour.
El Castillo
The majestic, precisely symmetrical pyramid of El Castillo is the prime attraction that entices visitors to come along the city’s promenade. It is one of the most enduring relics of the Mayan world. It is 24m (79ft) tall standing with 91 stars on each of its four sides and one at the top. The Temple of Kukulcan, the Mesoamerican feathered serpent deity, was housed in the holy pyramid of El Castillo considered the Temple of Kukulcan in the past now a worth visiting place on your private full-day guided Chichen Itza tour.
La Iglesia
The complicated carved rectangular stone walls at La Iglesia are some of the oldest surviving specimens of Mayan architecture that you found in Chichen Itza. It is hidden behind the observatory, and not found at a first glance, but the ornate motifs of serpents and the rain god Chaac will entice you to take a closer look. A specialized private full-day guided Chichen Itza tour is a way to know more about this Mayan hieroglyph, which is fading.
El Caracol
Chichen Itza’s complex (El Caracol) is an extravagant astronomical observatory that is worth visiting in your private full-day guided Chichen Itza tour. The collapsing, circular dome with its spiral stairway appeared like a snail shell. The tower provided a clear, high perspective of the night sky from an otherwise flat city, allowing Mayan astronomers to observe the sun and stars in the past. The Mayans put great value on astronomical data, so El Caracol is a fantastic site to learn more about Mayan culture and history.
Cenote Ik Kil
Cenote Ik Kil is one of the best places for a swim after spending the day walking through the hot, dusty ruins at Chichen Itza. Long vines cascade down from the cavernous rooftop to the sea, as sunshine filters through the cracks and gaps on the caves. The water here is remarkably clear and it makes this place extremely profundity. You can rent a swimming suit and life jacket to enjoy a good time at Cenote Ik Kil.
Casa Colorada
Do you want to explore one of the oldest sections of Chichen Itza? Take a walk to Casa Colorada. Here you will explore the rectangular carved inscriptions covered stone house atop a tall plinth. The paint has mostly disappeared, still, it adds a sense of ancientness for viewers.
Temple of the Warriors
The Temple of the Warriors was dedicated to the Mayan warriors who fought across the Yucatan when Chichen Itza was at its peak. Don’t forget to include this extravagant temple in your private full-day guided Chichen Itza tour and know the facts about the Mayan warriors.
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