Coba, Archaeological site in Quintana Roo, Mexico
The archaeological complex spans 27 square miles, featuring multiple settlements interconnected by a network of elevated white limestone pathways called sacbes.
Between 200 and 900 CE, Coba developed into a major urban center with approximately 50,000 inhabitants before losing influence to Chichen Itza.
The site contains numerous stone tablets and monuments with carved hieroglyphic inscriptions that document the activities and lineage of Mayan ruling families.
Visitors can rent bicycles at the entrance to navigate the extensive grounds, with guided tours offered in multiple languages from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Nohoch Mul pyramid rises 138 feet high, making it the tallest structure in the northern Yucatan peninsula with 120 steps to reach its summit.
Location: Quintana Roo
GPS coordinates: 20.48980,-87.72510
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:41
Southern Quintana Roo contains nature reserves, cenotes, lagoons, and archaeological sites. The region features traditional Maya villages, coral reefs, and mangrove forests. Visitors swim in crystal waters, observe wildlife in nature reserves, and explore Maya ruins surrounded by jungle. The coastal areas provide seafood, beaches, and natural experiences.
Maya Ruins of Tulum
43.5 km
Sistema Sac Actun
38.4 km
Xel-Ha Park
43 km
Sistema Dos Ojos
39.3 km
Xelha
41.9 km
El Meco
2.7 km
Cavernas de Tulum
41.4 km
Xcacel Beach
42.8 km
Choo-Ha
5 km
Cenote Angelita
42.1 km
Native Park Tulum
41.9 km
Cobá
1.2 km
Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich
39.7 km
Cenote Tak Be Ha
39.2 km
Sfer Ik Uh May
20.8 km
Cenote Car Wash
34.6 km
Cenote Cristal
39.2 km
Playa Chemuyil
43.2 km
Tulum National Park
43.3 km
LabnaHa
41.9 km
Cenote Zacil Ha
34.5 km
Cenote Manati
42.8 km
Cenote Calimba
37.9 km
Cenote Xunaan-Ha
41.3 km
Xcacel Beach
42.8 km
Tulum Beach
43.6 km
Cenote Calavera
40.2 km
Punta Laguna Nature Reserve
19.9 kmReviews
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