Archeological site of Malinalco, Archaeological complex on Cerro de los Idolos, Malinalco, Mexico
The archaeological site stretches across multiple terraces carved into the hillside, featuring structures built from solid rock at an elevation of 215 meters.
Construction of the archaeological complex began in 1501 under Aztec rule but ceased in 1521 when the Spanish conquest interrupted the completion of planned structures.
The Cuauhcalli temple served as an initiation sanctuary for Eagle Warriors, with its entrance shaped like serpent jaws and interior walls decorated with eagle sculptures.
Visitors need to climb 426 steps to reach the main complex, which provides detailed information panels in Spanish, English, and Nahuatl along the pathway.
The Cuauhcalli represents the only known monolithic temple carved directly from living rock by the Aztecs, containing circular chambers with precisely carved stone benches.
Location: Malinalco
GPS coordinates: 19.55258,-99.17333
Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:48
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