Origin and myths of the feathered serpent
The Kukulcan temple is the main building of the Chichen Itza citadel. It is a pyramidal structure dedicated to the god Kukulcan, the Mayan deity equivalent to Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent worshiped by most Mesoamerican cultures. Every equinox, thousands of people visit the Chichen Itza archaeological complex to observe a world-famous phenomenon: The Descent of […]
Baby whale sharks: 7 things they haven’t told you
Can you imagine swimming a few meters from a whale shark? This is possible on the coasts of Yucatan! The whale shark is a friendly, fascinating, mysterious creature that we still don’t know a lot about. Swim among whale sharks in Yucatan The Riviera Maya (Yucatan, Mexico) offers us a range of increasingly surprising options: […]
Chichen Itza: The Latest Discoveries
The Chichen Itza archaeological complex, located on the Yucatan peninsula, in Mexico, was a fortified Mayan city. Its name translates as ‘Mouth of the well of the Itzaes’. The Itzaes were, apparently, mythical-historical characters, whose names can be translated as ‘water sorcerers’. Even today, Chichen Itza houses the ruins of a glorious past that show […]
Chichen Itza: 10 things no one will tell you
With the recent title of one of the new seven wonders of the world, it is not surprising that the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza (Yucatan, Mexico) and the cenotes that surround the area are one of the main attractions of the Mexican Caribbean. What you need to know before visiting Chichen Itza, Mexico Although […]
Tulum: A Quartet of Bohemian Beach Life, Value for Money, Ancient Mayan History and Luxury Lifestyle
Gorgeous white-sand beaches, friendly and easy-going locals, good food, relaxation and spirituality are some of Tulum´s timeless and simple pleasures. Once a sleepy hippie outpost, Tulum has become a popular destination for those searching for a relaxing and close-to-nature vacation. There are actually four places collectively referred to as Tulum: The trendy yet casual beachside […]
