- Because Chichen Itza is one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
- Because Chichen Itza has been declared as a World Heritage Site, by UNESCO.
- Because Chichen Itza architecture is so well studied and measured that it experiences an unusual phenomenon every year, during the spring equinox. The sunrays falling in the pyramid create a shadow down its stairs, which looks like an image of a descending plumed serpent.
- Because the ballgame court “Juego de Pelota”, another structure in Chichen Itza, is the largest ball court in Mesoamerica also the and best preserved ball courts in the world.
- Because Chichen Itza is open daily, from 8:00 to 5:00, but admission on Sundays is FREE.
- Because the name ‘Chichen Itza’ literally means ‘At the mouth of the well of the Itzae’ due to the sacred sinkhole which was used as a sacrificial well.
- Maya built several structures with a sophisticated architecture without the use of a wheel and because no metal tools have thus been found at any of the Mayan ruins it has been assumed that they did not use such tools either.
- Because each structure has its own mysticism and fascination. The Observatory, which is also called “Caracol”, is a quite sophisticated for its time; the structure allows one to appreciate the scientific and astronomical achievements of the ancient Mayas. The church which is known as “La Iglesia” is constructed out of stone and stands festooned with images of Rain God – Chac, apart from other geometrical figures. The Pyramid of Kulkulcan is another interesting adorned with serpent heads at the bottom and top of the stairways. The Temple of the Warriors is one of the most impressive structures at Chichen Itza.
- Chichen Itza represents the blend of a number of architectural styles, right from the Mexican styles to the Puuc styles.
