La Quemada, Archaeological site and museum in Villanueva Municipality, Mexico.
The archaeological complex features multiple levels connected by stone pathways, including the Hall of Columns and a ceremonial center on the fifth level.
The settlement flourished between 300 and 1200 AD, serving as a significant center for trade and cultural exchange in northern Mesoamerica.
The site contains several architectural elements, including a ball court measuring 230 feet long, demonstrating the inhabitants' connection to Mesoamerican sporting traditions.
The museum, constructed between 1993 and 1995, displays archaeological findings and operates daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM with an entrance fee of 80 pesos.
The archaeological remains spread across six distinct levels on Cerro de los Edificios, featuring a monumental staircase rising over 20 meters in height.
Location: Villanueva Municipality
Address: México 54 Km 34, 99500 Villanueva, Zac.
Phone: +524929225085
Website: https://inah.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 22.45622,-102.82084
Latest update: March 17, 2025 01:10
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