If you are searching for an exciting getaway that is rich in history and packed with fun, your search is over. The destination that will meet your needs is Chichen Itza. This amazing historic location is considered to be one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Your memories of this site will live remain with you throughout your lifetime since it is absolutely unforgettable.

You could also include a fun trip to Cancun while visiting you are visiting Chichen Itza since it a short trip that can be taken by bus or car. If you are already planning to visit Cancun a day trip to Chichen Itza would be a perfect way to take a break from the exciting atmosphere of Cancun and spend some time in more peaceful atmosphere that holds its own unique type of excitement. A day trip to Chichen Itza will make it possible for your to experience the full culture of Mexico and its many sides.

The archeological site of Chichen Itza blends the styles of the Puuc and the Toltec. The buildings display an architectural style that is delicately styled and laid out and feature detailed sculptures that represent Mayan gods.

Some of the findings at this site date to as early as 1 AD to 250 AD. This discovery is located near a large well that was the center of Mayan activity. Due to the close proximity to the coastline, the city drew many that were coming in from the sea. Chichen Itza was known as a prominent social cent.

Historians believe that the first inhabitants of Chichen Itza were Itza warriors. The city was named for the citys well, the name meaning “Mouth of the Well of the Itza”. This thriving settlement made it possible for the people of Itza to rule the entire Yucatan peninsula.

The best time to visit Chichen Itza is during the spring equinox. The spring equinox is an archeoastronmical phenomenon. It occurs on March 21st when the sun shines on the Northern and Southern hemispheres equally. At this time, it is possible to see a serpent projection from the sun. This happens when the sun sets.

This event is a tradition here at Chichen Itza. It is something people flock to see. The serpent projection appears to move about the temple and create a great illusion. This lasts for about 2 minutes, but it is time well spent. This is an unexplainable phenomenon that words can not do justice. The only way to truly appreciate it is to see it yourself.

People from all corners of the world have voted on this famous Mayan temple city to proclaim it to be one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. This city is still an important historic site and remains important to the Mayans.

The various areas of the site are truly gems. From the Kukulkan pyramid to the Chac Mool temple to the Hall of the Thousand Pillars. The structures remaining are amazing. They add to the general charm of the area and allow visitors to fully respect this long age fallen city.