Akab Dzib

The Akab Dzib structure extends 50 meters in length and features seven doorways on its western facade and four on the eastern side with a staircase.

The central chambers of this pre-Columbian building date from the second century and served as the residence of Yahawal Cho K'ak, administrator of Chichen Itza.

The name translates to House of Mysterious Writing, referring to untranslated hieroglyphics carved on a lintel depicting a priest holding a ceremonial vase.

The Institute of Anthropology and History maintains the site, which stands 6 meters tall and allows visitors to examine ancient Maya architectural techniques.

Inside one of the chambers near the ceiling, researchers discovered a preserved painted handprint, providing direct evidence of ancient Maya presence.

Location: Yucatán

GPS coordinates: 20.67810,-88.56970

Latest update: May 23, 2025 19:52