Friday, 22 June 2012

Chichen Itza, Mexico

  • Chichen Itza was built by the Maya civilization
  •  Chichen Itza has been declared as a World Heritage Site, by UNESCO.
  •  The Temple of the Warriors is one of the most impressive structures at Chichen Itza.
  • The church in Chichen Itza is known as La Iglesia. It is constructed out of stone and stands festooned with images of Rain God - Chaac, apart from geometrical figures.  
  •  The name ‘Chichen Itza’ literally means ‘At the mouth of the well of the Itza’.
  •  Chichen Itza is open daily, from 8:00 to 5:00, while the admission is free on Sundays.

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