New Seven Wonders of the World
Hi Steemit friends,
Today I'd like to share the short history and facts of one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, explore the city's sacred temples, grand pyramids. Pre-Columbian city built by the Maya people, Chichen Itza; was a major focal point in the Northern Maya Lowlands from the Late Classic AD 600–900.
Chichen Itza is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico with over 2 million tourists in 2016.
Chichén Itzá was the capital of the ancient Maya.
Marvel at the towering Temple of Kukulkan which—standing 75 feet (22 m) high—is adorned with the image of Kukulkan, the Mayan feathered snake god.
Twice a year on each solstice, the sun hits this dazzling step pyramid at just the right angle so the shadows create a snake that winds down the steps.
Then stop to ponder the rows of stone pillars in the Temple of a Thousand Columns and gaze into the deep waters of the Cenote Sagrado, or Sacred Well, where the Maya made countless human sacrifices to appease their gods.
The ruins of Chichen Itza are federal property, and the site's stewardship is maintained by Mexico's Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia
The Maya name "Chichen Itza" means "At the mouth of the well of the Itza. This place has been the site that contains many fine stone buildings in various states of preservation, and many have been restored.
Chichen Itza is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico. 
Chichen Itza is absolutely amazing, and the history of it is even more incredible. If you ever get a chance to visit you'll feel like you are in prehistoric surroundings. I highly recommend this place.
Here's a short video from my trip to Chichen Itza. Please enjoy :)
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Wow this place is spectacular!!
Thank you so much for sharing, I am inspired to visit this place one day :)
@jessicaleebrooke Thank you :) That place was sure magical. Best wishes to you :)
My brother was there last year! HAHA! We got this photo:
Nice! Awesome pose 😁
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such an amazing place, wuould love to vi sit there some day..
This is a great post! I've been there! It's amazing to witness in real life. Apparently there are lots of hills in the area where more pyramids are buried (they've done scans on them) but the local people are too poor to excavate. If I recall correctly, I think Germany or Holland were going to finance these amazing finds...
@aussieninja Nice! Yes, it seems like that area has only been vaguely research... word has it that there's a lot of treasures hidden :) Thank you for your comment and best wishes to you always.
You're so lovely. Thank you and you too!
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@toffer Thank you for yor comment. Mexico has a lot to offer and the people are great too. Can't wait to visit Asia soon too! Best wishes to you.
Such a beautiful place to visit :)
Yes! and magical :)
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@kawasardj Thank you :)
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