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Why was Ek Balam abandoned?
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Why was Ek Balam abandoned?

by Audrey
May 4, 2022
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The ancient Mayan city of Ek Balam is an archeological site located in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico. It was once a thriving metropolis that served as one of the most important cities for trade and culture during its peak period. Its unusual architecture, enigmatic name, and location deep in the remote jungle bring vivid […]

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What was Ek Balam used for?
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What was Ek Balam used for?

by Audrey
April 4, 2022
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The Ek Balam ruins are all that remain of a once-thriving Mayan temple city. Ek Balam was the center of a large Mayan kingdom through the Classical era. Only part of the ancient city was actually excavated, so what you see when you visit Ek Balam is the “tip of the iceberg.” The city was […]

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Is Ek Balam worth visiting?
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Is Ek Balam worth visiting?

by Audrey
April 4, 2022
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The ancient temple city of Ek Balam was built some 1,500 years ago. It served as a hub for trading activity among the Mayan people, a religious center, and an economic nexus where Mayan culture and worship came together. It is unique in its architectural style, which features a flat-topped acropolis that you can still […]

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How old are the ruins of Coba?
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How old are the ruins of Coba?

by Audrey
March 23, 2022
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Put simply, the Coba Mayan ruins are old. This ancient Mayan metropolis is over 2,000 years old! This ruined city was once the center of an intricate stone causeway system and it contains many records of daily and ceremonial life for the Mayans.  Scattered around several lakes in the Mayan lowlands, Coba consists of a […]

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Can you still climb Ek Balam?
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Can you still climb Ek Balam?

by Audrey
March 23, 2022
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The Ek Balam ruins have fascinated travelers and historians alike for many decades. This once-thriving Mayan city features an unusually shaped pyramid, an acropolis, and many more ancient structures that offer many historical insights into Mayan culture. Best yet, you can still climb to the top of the highest ruins. It is 106 steps to […]

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