Why Is Uxmal Important

Uxmal, in north-west Yucatán, Mexico, was an important Maya city which flourished between the 6th and 10th centuries CE. The city, following an extensive restoration programme, is the best preserved of all Maya sites, and it possesses some of the most outstanding examples of Terminal Classic architecture anywhere.

What is inside Uxmal?

The Pyramid of the Magician (Spanish: Pirámide del adivino) is a Mesoamerican step pyramid located in the ancient Mayan city of Uxmal, Mexico. It is the tallest and most recognizable structure in Uxmal.

How old are the ruins of Uxmal?

Ceramic evidence points to an early occupation at Uxmal dating back to 800 B.C. The structures one sees today dates from the Classic Maya era (600-900 A.D) and its architecture is termed Puuc style.

Alexander Ross

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