Advantages: Stunning, well-preserved ruins, hiding a wealth of secrets. Disadvantages: Parts increasingly being closed to the public.
...Better known as Chichen Itza it may be, but the translation has a certain ring to it. As the name suggests, the ancient Mayan site is built around a revered body of water; the Sacred Cenote. This area of south-eastern Mexico, the Yucatan peninsula, has an unusual relationship with the wet stuff; there is no fresh surface water anywhere across the land mass. Instead, it runs underground; a vast subterranean network linking up a series of pools hidden ... ...around which Chichen Itza was constructed. The classic image of Chichen Itza (voted one of the "New Seven Wonders of the World" in 2007), however, is El Castillo, a great pyramid close to the entrance of the site. A striking structure aesthetically, it almost hides a number of secrets not immediately apparent - tally the steps (ninety-one on each of the four faces, plus the one on top) to get the number of days in the year; visit the pyramid at sunrise ...
Puggers 13.05.2009
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Advantages: Lots of interesting things to see Disadvantages: Gets hot and busy quite early every day
Before I moved to Mexico City I was based in the Yucutan Peninsula, and, aware of my impending departure, set about ticking off all the must-dos for the region. The most famous of these is Chichén Itzá, recently named one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, and I took a day trip there in July. Chichén Itzá is a Mayan City founded about 850 AD and its remains are a popular day trip for tourists to this part of Mexico.
It takes about 3 hours to get ... ...local ADO bus (from the north bus station near WalMart, not the one on 5th Avenue) but these run only once per day, leaving Playa at 8am and returning late, take 4 hours and cost £10 each way. My whole day trip only cost £23 including entrance, lunch, and a few other things. Depending on your interest this may or may not be worth doing, as you have to spend all day at the ruins. I took the other option - an organised trip to the area which included ...
zoe_page 28.08.2008
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Location. Hotel Chichen Itza is located one kilometer from the Chichen itza ... more
Archaelological Site and 258 kilometers from Merida City in the town of Piste, Yucatan, Mexico. Hotel Features. Cilantro y Perejil features regional and international dishes served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Los Venados serves beer and cocktails, and provides comfortable surroundings where guests can share tales of their Mayan explorations. The restaurant and bar offer room service during limited hours. Babysitting services, a currency exchange and a frontdesk safe deposit box add to this property's appeal. Additional hotel amenities include courtyard barbecue grills, 24 hour front desk services and on site laundry facilities. Airport transportation is available for a fee. Recreational options include use of the outdoor pool and a variety of table games. Guestrooms. This smoke free property houses 44 air conditioned guestrooms with satellite television, minibars and ceiling fans. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations. Colonial style guestrooms showcase pink marble accents, colorful ceramic tiles and authentic Mexican textiles and artworks. Expert Tip. An on site travel agency performs concierge services, providing schedules, detailedtourist information and excursions to all the area's popular attractions.
Information: :Price is per double room per night and may vary depending on date booked...
Location. Hotel Chichen Itza is located one kilometer from the Chichen itza ... more
Archaelological Site and 258 kilometers from Merida City in the town of Piste, Yucatan, Mexico. Hotel Features. Cilantro y Perejil features regional and international dishes served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Los Venados serves beer and cocktails, and provides comfortable surroundings where guests can share tales of their Mayan explorations. The restaurant and bar offer room service during limited hours. Babysitting services, a currency exchange and a frontdesk safe deposit box add to this property's appeal. Additional hotel amenities include courtyard barbecue grills, 24 hour front desk services and on site laundry facilities. Airport transportation is available for a fee. Recreational options include use of the outdoor pool and a variety of table games. Guestrooms. This smoke free property houses 44 air conditioned guestrooms with satellite television, minibars and ceiling fans. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations. Colonial style guestrooms showcase pink marble accents, colorful ceramic tiles and authentic Mexican textiles and artworks. Expert Tip. An on site travel agency performs concierge services, providing schedules, detailed tourist information and excursions to all the area's popular attractions.
Information: :Price is per double room per night and may vary depending on date booked...
Nestled in the heart of an archaeological wonder and surrounded by a lush natural ... more
environment filled with exotic wildlife, this Tinum, Mexico luxury resort offers spacious accommodations and ultimate relaxation.Villa Arqueologica Chichen Itza is only steps away from several important historical sites. Stunning ancient Aztec and Mayan Ruins, Teotihuacan, Chicehn Itza and Uxmal, are located seconds from the hotel's front doors. Guests can experience this beautiful natural and historic environment in luxurious comfort at the Villa Chichen. With traditional Mexican artwork, large swimming pools and on-site spa and massage services make every stay memorable..
Information: :Price is per double room per night and may vary depending on date booked...
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