Xochicalco, Archaeological site in Miacatlán, Mexico
The fortified settlement features temples, pyramids, plazas, and ceremonial structures constructed on terraces across multiple hillside levels in central Mexico.
Following the decline of Teotihuacan around 800 CE, Xochicalco emerged as a significant military and commercial center, reaching a population of 20,000 inhabitants.
The Temple of the Feathered Serpent displays carved reliefs combining elements from Teotihuacan and Maya artistic traditions, reflecting the site's multicultural connections.
Visitors can reach the archaeological zone by taking public buses from Cuernavaca, with guided tours available to explore the extensive ruins and on-site museum.
The underground observatory contains precise holes in the ceiling that allowed ancient astronomers to track solar movements and predict lunar eclipses.
Location: Miacatlán
GPS coordinates: 18.80431,-99.29664
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:37
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