If you’re visiting Tulum, one thing that should definitely be at the top of your list is to pay a visit to the impressive Tulum Ruins.
It was once a mighty walled city built by the Mayan people, the ruins of which are still standing today. And some of the best-preserved Mayan ruins you can see. As such, they attract people from all over the world.
Here are a few reasons why you should visit this impressive archaeological site.
-They were one of the dominant empires of the ancient world. Also well-known for excelling at pottery, hieroglyphic writings, calendar making and mathematics.
-They’re also famed for their imposing architectural structures, such as the Tulum Ruins. Tulum was initially built to protect its people. The town is also known for being an important trading and religious center between the 11th and 16th centuries.
-The Tulum Ruins are one of the most well preserved Mayan sites along Mexico’s coast and provide a glimpse of how the Mayans lived and why they were a renowned civilization.
What to see when you get there
El Castillo
The Tulum pyramids are one of the most well-known landmarks in the area. El Castillo is the tallest of these pyramids, standing at 24-feet (7.5 meters) tall. It served as a lighthouse that guided ships into the port.
Temple Of the Frescoes
The Temple of the Frescoes is a two-story building in front of El Castillo. In Tulum’s peak, it had an important social and religious significance.
It has interesting architectural elements, murals, decorations, and sculpture. While it has had some wear and tear over the last 800 years, you can still see a few of them today.
House of Columns
The House of Columns, also known as El Palacio (The Palace), is a large building complex consisting of four rooms. It served as the residence for important Mayan leaders.
House of Halach Uinic
Each Mayan city had a supreme leader and high priest known as the Halach Uinic. The House of the Halach Uinic served as the residence for the leader and is one of the most well-preserved buildings on the site.