In one chamber there are extensive carved hieroglyphs that mention rulers of Chichen Itza and possibly of the nearby city of Ek Balam, and contain a Maya date inscribed which correlates to 869 AD, one of …

Chichen Itza, a ruined ancient Maya city occupying an area of 4 square miles (10 square km) in south-central Yucatan state, Mexico. It was founded about the 6th century CE, presumably by Mayan …

Nov 10, 2025 · Chichen Itza is a city built by the Mayan people more than 1,500 years ago in the middle of a jungle in the Yucatan area. Located within driving distance from places like Cancun, Playa del …

Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and the second most visited of Mexico’s archeological sites.

Get facts, photos, and travel tips for Chichen Itza, a World Heritage site in Mexico, from National Geographic.

Nov 10, 2023 · Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is listed as one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World,’ is home to towering temples, sacred sinkholes, and curious Mayan ballcourts.

May 11, 2025 · Learn all about Chichén Itzá – one of Mexico's most famous Maya sites – and plan your visit, budget and activities with this guide for first-time visitors.

Jan 2, 2026 · The ancient Mayan capital of Chichen Itza is one of the 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that you should plan to visit on your next trip to the Yucatan Peninsula …

Feb 19, 2018 · Explore the origins of the Temple of Chichen Itza, a Mayan pyramid in modern-day Mexico that features several unique features, including an echo designed to sound like a bird call.

Feb 19, 2025 · A comprehensive guide to visiting Chichen Itza in 2025 - how to get there, important things to see, and what else you can do nearby