The Mayan Ruins in Chichen Itza are divided into two groups: Old Chichen (Maya Classic Period 800-1000 AD) and New Chichen (Maya-Toltec Period 1000-1200 AD). Chichen Itza is one of the most important archaeological sites of Yucatan.
Chichen Itza is a massive ancient ceremonial center comprised primarily of the Puuc construction style (old Chichen). Not all of the monuments (Temple of the Warriors, Temple of the Jaguar) are accessible to the 3,000,000 visitors who visit yearly. These are closed due to the preservation of these historic monuments.
The most important structures are: El Castillo, The Great Ball Court, The Sacred Cenote, Platform of Eagle & Jaguar, Temple of the Jaguar, The Observatory, Venus Temple, The Temple of 1000 Warriors (columns), The Market, Casa del Venado and The Ossuary.
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