Xochicalco Pyramids
Xochicalco
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The ruins of an ancient city built by Mayan traders, centered around a temple of a sacred feathered serpent deity, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

šŸ“œ Archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage since 1999.
šŸ” Ancient city, name means 'place of the house of flowers' in Nahuatl.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Explore well-preserved pyramids, ball courts, and sweat baths
šŸ Admire fearsome feathered serpent reliefs
ā˜€ļø Visit the underground observatory, illuminated by sun on certain days
šŸ¦Ž Spot semi-tame black spiny-tailed iguanas

Why Avoid

šŸ„µ Mexican summer (June-September) can be very hot, risk of sun-stroke
šŸ—£ļø Museum information primarily in Spanish

Tips

ā˜€ļø Wear sunblock, light clothes, and a hat
šŸšŒ Colectivos from Cuernavaca available, last return around 6pm
šŸ’” Occasional light shows December-May, call ahead to confirm

šŸ’° Cost

Entry fee not specified, but transportation costs apply (e.g., colectivos M$20).

šŸ•’ Hours

Observatory illuminated April 29 to August 13. Light shows December-May.

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