Great Pyramid of Cholula, Pre-Columbian pyramid in Cholula, Mexico
The pyramid measures 450 meters on each side and reaches a height of 25 meters above the surrounding Puebla Valley plain.
Construction of this monumental structure began around 300 BCE, with builders completing multiple phases of development over a millennium.
The temple structure incorporates architectural elements from both Teotihuacan and El Tajin, reflecting the diverse influences of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations.
Visitors can explore 800 meters of internal tunnels that reveal ancient altars, original floors, and architectural elements from different construction periods.
The structure contains seven pyramids built on top of each other, making it the largest pyramid by volume in the world.
Location: Cholula
Inception: 300 BCE
GPS coordinates: 19.05750,-98.30194
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:32
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