Tula National Park, National park and archaeological site in Tula de Allende, Mexico
Tula National Park is a protected area in central Mexico that combines archaeological ruins with natural forest landscape. The site includes several temples and structures from the Toltec period, situated on a highland plateau between 2040 and 2080 meters in elevation.
The Toltecs founded the city of Tollan-Xicocotitlan around the 8th century and made it a major center of power in Mesoamerica. The city declined in influence by the 12th century, but left behind impressive architectural remains that are visible today.
The archaeological area displays temples with human-shaped columns known as Atlantes, which reflect the craftsmanship of the Toltec people. These stone figures are characteristic of Toltec construction and show how inhabitants represented their gods and rulers.
The park is accessible via two paved main highways in good condition that provide clear routes through the area. Visitors should be aware that the elevation and terrain may require physical effort when exploring the grounds.
The Atlantean figures at Pyramid B are warrior sculptures over 3 meters tall that originally formed the roof supports of the temple. These colossal stone figures were once destroyed and later reassembled, reflecting their remarkable history.
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