Nightlife in Chichen Itza Mexico

Imagine yourself in the middle of a tropical night, walking slowly along the stucco path that is only visible because of its pale color, partly reflected in the moonlight. Above, the heavenly skies show off its jewels: stars in enigmatic alineations.

Below, you are aware that there are small animals hiding in the brush for you can hear the lovely symphony that they produce. You can't see them, however, so it is better that you continue along the white path, which empties out into an immense plaza where the Temple of Kukulcan stands erect.

Even though you don't know what is going to happen, you know that this is the place so take a seat. Now, hear the sound of the drums that, as on a loom, starts to intertwine in the air with the vibrations that a series of conch shells produce when they hit each other and the high whistle of whistles and flutes.

At nightfall, Chichen Itza presents a ''Luz y Sonido'' (Light and Sound) Show. This impressive display of special effects offers the visitor a series of conceptual tools that will allow you to understand in all its majesty, the relevance of this political and ceremonial site, going back to prehispanic times to present day.

Next to the entrance of this archeological site, you can rent headphones which give a thorough explanation of the show, which has spoken parts in Spanish. Once inside Chichen Itza, you can take a seat near the main ceremonial edifices of the city, from where a series of impressive searchlights give color and life to the edifices that have narrated stories related to the founding, its zenith and the decline of the city. There are also interesting examples of the wise cosmovision of the Maya people, taken from sacred books, such as the Popol Vuh.

Don't miss out on this magical experience that without a doubt you will treasure as the most memorable evening out in your life. Discover Chichen Itza at night!