This step is dedicated almost entirely to the exceptional Mayan site of Uxmal, according to specialists the best preserved Mayan site in all of Mesoamerica, visited on August 18. Uxmal is less visited than the famous site of Chichen Itza, but this is not because of the quality of the ruins but because Chichen Itza is much closer to the super-touristy Cancun and Playa del Carmen. A hot day, almost windless, but visiting the exceptional ruins made us forget about the heat of the Mexican summer. A detail that helps against the heat is the fact that the ruins are located in the jungle, so the shade of the trees can effectively protect you from the direct sun. The photos speak for themselves...Read more
Florin PaunThe Pyramid of the Magician (Spanish: Pirámide del adivino) is the tallest (40 m) and most recognizable structure at Uxmal. The ruins of the ceremonial structures are considered to represent the pinnacle of late Maya art and architecture in design, placement, and ornamentation. The Pyramid of the Magician dominates the center of the complex and is located at the entrance to the central courtyard.
Florin PaunCamping with locals: We stayed two nights in a garden on a family's property near the Uxmal site. This family offers camping on their property, with bathroom and kitchen facilities, plus breakfast included in the price. They also offered us coconuts from their garden, as they are in season.
Florin PaunThe Nunnery Quadrangle was built from 900-1000, and the name related with nuns was assigned by Spaniards in the 16th century because it resembled a convent.
August 18, 2025 in Mexico ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
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The Pyramid of the Magician (Spanish: Pirámide del adivino) is the tallest (40 m) and most recognizable structure at Uxmal. The ruins of the ceremonial structures are considered to represent the pinnacle of late Maya art and architecture in design, placement, and ornamentation. The Pyramid of the Magician dominates the center of the complex and is located at the entrance to the central courtyard.
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Camping with locals: We stayed two nights in a garden on a family's property near the Uxmal site. This family offers camping on their property, with bathroom and kitchen facilities, plus breakfast included in the price. They also offered us coconuts from their garden, as they are in season.
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The Nunnery Quadrangle was built from 900-1000, and the name related with nuns was assigned by Spaniards in the 16th century because it resembled a convent.