Chichén Itzá, a Mayan archaeological site in the Yucatan Peninsula, served as the political and economic center of the Mayan civilization between 750 and 1200 A.D. Its stunning buildings which remain standing today are demonstrative of the Mayas' extraordinary commitment to architectural space and composition, as well as their vast astronomical knowledge. Chichén Itzá was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988. It has been selected as one of the New 7 World .
The sacred site is one of the greatest Mayan centers in the Yucatan peninsula. Located approximately two hours from Cancun, and two and a half hours from Merida, Chichen Itza is also the most visited archaeological site in the Yucatan Peninsula.
The main attractions of Chichen Itza include El Castillo, or the Pyramid of the Serpent God Kukulkan, a magnificent pyramid topped by a temple. Every spring and fall equinox, thousands of people travel here to witness a shadow depicting the god slither down the pyramid. Visitors can also explore the sacbes, white limestone pathways used by ancient Mayans.
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