Pyramids & Archaeology in Mexico

Pyramids & Archaeology in Mexico

Guides and articles about Mexico’s ancient cities and civilizations

Chinkultic, Chiapas, Mexico

Experience Chinkultic

Chinkultic, nearby the lakes of Montebello, offers visitors dramatic views across the jungle and the only known cenote in the state of Chiapas
Coba, Yucatan, Mexico

Experience Cobá

Nestled in the jungle of Yucatán, Cobá is thought to have been an important trading center during Mayan times, although mysteries about this place remain to this day
El Tajin, Veracruz, Mexico

Experience El Tajin

The ruins at El Tajin offer visitors the opportunity to witness unusual structures amidst one of the most enigmatic and fascinating archaeological ruins in Mexico
Mitla, Oaxaca, Mexico

Experience Mitla

Mitla, which means 'place of rest' or 'place of dead' is an ancient center of religious ceremonies and sacrifice, situated less than an hour's drive from Oaxaca City
Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico

Experience Palenque

Surrounded by lush tropical jungle, Palenque offers a serene and mystical atmosphere that is apparent from the moment you enter the site
Templo Mayor, Mexico City

Experience Templo Mayor

The ruins of the ancient epicenter of Aztec power —Tenochtitlán— can be witnessed in this historic center of Mexico City, at Templo Mayor
El Tajin, Veracruz, Mexico

Lasers Find More Ball Courts at El Tajin

North of the city of Veracruz, just outside of the town of Papantla, you’ll find the mysterious and fascinating archaeological ruins of El Tajin. This large ancient complex, which...