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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Chichen Itza

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Chichen Itza, Mexico

Updated March 9, 2018

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The descent of the snake god.

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Pyramid of Kukulcan at Chich'en Itza

Every equinox this Maya pyramid puts on a spooky ancient light show.
The observatory stands in ruin today.

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El Caracol

No telescopes, no power, no gift shop: The Observatory of Chichen Itza, one of the world's oldest observatories, takes astronomy back to basics.
The song of a sacred bird echoes up the stairs if you clap your hands.

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Chichen Itza Chirp

Clap your hands at the base of the pyramid, and the song of a sacred Mayan bird will echo through the air.
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