The Pyramid of Santa Cecilia Acatitlán
Acatitlan
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This partially reconstructed Aztec pyramid gives a glimpse of what its larger counterparts would have looked like.

📜 Partially reconstructed Aztec pyramid, likely dedicated to Huitzilopochtli and Tlaloc.
🔍 Its name 'Acatitlan' translates from Nahuatl to 'the place among the reeds'.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore one of Mexico's most complete Aztec ruins
🗿 Visit a small onsite museum with Prehispanic artifacts
🌳 Enjoy a modest garden displaying further artifacts
💃 Experience traditional Aztec/Mexica dance rituals on saint's day or equinox

Why Avoid

⚠️ Exercise caution in the wider Tlalnepantla area due to crime
🚧 Modern reconstruction is controversial, not entirely original

Tips

🚶 Climb the narrow steps sideways to reach the top
☀️ Consider visiting during the spring equinox for intense energy

Cost

💰 Entrance fee is 55 pesos.

Hours

🕒 Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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