Cañada de la Virgen, Pre-Hispanic archaeological site near San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
The complex spans 16 hectares on a mesa, containing seven pyramidal structures, an artificial pond, and a ceremonial causeway designed by Otomi civilization.
Between 540 and 1050 AD, this settlement developed after the fall of Teotihuacan, featuring structures that incorporated mathematical and astronomical knowledge.
The House of the Thirteen Heavens served as an observatory where elite priests monitored celestial movements of Jupiter and Venus for agricultural calendars.
Visitors can access the site through guided tours from Tuesday to Sunday, requiring a 3-kilometer walk to explore the main structures.
Each building complex aligns with specific celestial events, demonstrating the advanced understanding of astronomical cycles by ancient Mesoamerican cultures.
GPS coordinates: 20.85825,-100.92841
Latest update: May 13, 2025 15:16
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