Columbian cities, with an estimated population of 35,000 at its peak, Chichén Itzá flourished between the 8th and 12th centuries CE.

The ruins of Chichen Itza in eastern Mexico were built about 1,200 years ago. Skip to main content. ... When the temple at top is included, it rises about 100 feet (30 meters), ...

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is home to a rich history and well-preserved archaeological sites that predate the the Spanish. Explore its Mayan culture at the famous Chichen Itza and other sites ...

In this Dec. 21, 2012 file photo, people gather in front of the Kukulkan temple in Chichen Itza, Mexico. Mexican experts said Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016 they have discovered what may be the original ...

Also known as El Castillo ("The Castle") — the name it was given by Spanish conquistadors — the Pyramid of Kukulcan is the largest pyramid in the Chichen Itza temple complex.

Chichen Itza was the main ruling center of the Yucatan between 1191-1448 AD, in what is now known as Mexico. Middle The temple, seen here during excavation, rests on a pyramidal foundation 37 feet ...

On Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is the ancient Maya city of Chichen Itza. Its history reaches back over a thousand years, but it stands in ruins now, long abandoned. That does nothing to reduce ...

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula is home to a rich history and well-preserved archaeological sites that predate the the Spanish. Explore its Mayan culture at the famous Chichen Itza and other sites ...