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Chichen Itza
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Temple de los Guerros Temple honoring the warriors.
Casa Colorada Served as a religious and public place.
El Cenote Sagrado This cenote was an important site for pilgrimages and offerings. Everything from gold, copper, tobacco, flint, shell, wood and human bones have been recovered from here.
The Ossuary or Tomb of the High Priests Possibly used for public presentations for the "Lords of Chichen Itza."
El Mercado Possible use as a market or plaza.
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Ball Court
Ball Games were played in this court. Warrior Teams would try and hit the ball through small basket like holes on the wall. The losing team's captain would lose his life.
Las Monjas (The Nunnery) Place of study
Castillo The Castillo is in the center of Chichen Itza. It acted as the central place for public presentations. The acoustics are amazing once your reach the top of the Castillo.
Plataforma de los Craneos o Tzompantli This platform was used to exhibit the bare skulls of sacrificed prisoners and enemies. |
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