Uxmal

Uxmal is an ancient Maya city of the classical period located in present-day Mexico. It is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of Maya culture. It is located in the Puuc region of the western Yucatán Peninsula, and is considered one of the Maya cities most representative of the region's dominant architectural style. It has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of its significance.

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Uxmal [photo 01]

11-1984

Alt Text: Large stone multistoried step pyramid. Description: Uxmal, Pyramid of the Magician.
Uxmal [photo 02]

11-1984

Alt Text: Closeup view of one side of large stone multistoried step pyramid. Description: Uxmal, Pyramid of the Magician.
Uxmal [photo 03]

11-1984

Alt Text: View of stone structure complex with nearby grass plazas surrounded by forest. Description: Uxmal, Ball Court, Governor's Palace, Great Pyramid, House of the Doves, House of the Turtles.
Uxmal [photo 04]

11-1984

Alt Text: Grouping of four large stone structures surrounding a central grass plaza. Description: Uxmal, Nunnery Quadrangle.
Uxmal [photo 05]

11-1984

Alt Text: Two large stone structures next to a central grass plaza. Description: Uxmal, North Nunnery Quadrangle, Temple of Venus.
Uxmal [photo 06]

11-1984

Alt Text: Part of a large carved stone ring. Description: Uxmal, Carved Ring of the Ballcourt.
Uxmal [photo 07]

11-1984

Alt Text: Two large stone structures next to a central grass plaza. Description: Uxmal, East Building of Nunnery Quadrangle.
Uxmal [photo 08]

11-1984

Alt Text: Multistoried stepped stone pyramid with a structure on top. Description: Uxmal, Pyramid of the Magician.
Uxmal [photo 09]

11-1984

Alt Text: Closeup view of detailed stone carvings located on a wall. Description: Uxmal, Wall Carvings on East Wing.
Uxmal [photo 10]

11-1984

Alt Text: View of a corner of a large stone structure with detailed stone carvings. Description: Uxmal, Wall Carvings.
Uxmal [photo 11]

11-1984

Alt Text: Closeup of a retangular stone structure with windows, a pointed arch, and stone carvings along the roof. Description: Uxmal, Governor's Palace, South End.
Uxmal [photo 12]

11-1984

Alt Text: View from the top of a large stone structure looking toward a nearby stone building complex. Description: Uxmal.
Uxmal [photo 13]

11-1984

Alt Text: Closeup view of a series of carved stone glyphs embedded in vegetation. Description: Uxmal, Cemetery Group, Skull and Bones Carvings.