The Mayan Ruins at Chichen Itza, Mexico
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One of the largest Mayan cities named "Chichen Itsa" or "at the mouth of the well." Covers 15 square kilometers, has 5 city squares and at its peak was home to 50,000 people. Also home to one of the most famed pyramids, ballcourts, and observatory.
Waymark Code: WM7A72
Location: Mexico
Date Posted: 09/26/2009
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Protected by the government of Mexico and a designated Unesco site the ruins of Chichen Itza provide us with great insight into the Mayan life during the era between 600 and 1250 A.D.
Chichen Itsa was a great center for the teaching of philosophy, science and art.
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