Pyramid of Calakmul, Mexico

The Calakmul pyramids located in the mighty city of the Maya are called 'Structure I.' And 'Structure II.' called. A total of some hundred unique buildings have been preserved on the territory. The pyramids are the largest building of this type, their height is about 45 meters. The length of the side of the largest pyramid reaches 140 meters. The flowering period of the ancient Calakmul city lasted from the 2nd to the 7th century. At that time the majestic pyramids were built.

The researchers have found that there were about 5,000 buildings of the various purpose determinations at the city council. The first ruins of the ancient city, hidden in the impenetrable jungle, were discovered by American researcher Syrus Landell in 1931. Later, the territory around the ancient ruins was declared a nature reserve. The tourists who want to see the mysterious pyramids of Maya have a complicated route.

The pyramids can only be reached by car. The only path leading to archaeological monuments is very winding and incredibly narrow in some places. You can not go fast on this road, as it is constantly crossed by the animals living in the nature reserve. Travelers who are not afraid of these difficulties will not regret this trip. You can climb to the top of one of the pyramids and enjoy the lush green jungle from the heights. In the surroundings of the pyramids there are many interesting buildings: the ruins of ancient temples, sanctuaries and monuments, the purpose of which you can only guess. Next - Gobekli Tepe