Uxmal - The Yucatan Peninsular

Uxmal was founded in the middle of the 7th Century. In this arid area, The God of Rain - Chac was all important and features heavily in the architecture.

 

The Pyramid of the Soothsayer Uxmal.JPG (46232 bytes)
The Pyramid of the Soothsayer. Also known as the Pyramid of the Dwarf or Wizard. This elliptical construction is the result of five temples at different levels and in different styles

 

West Building of the Nunnery Quad Uxmal.JPG (29536 bytes)
The West Building of the Nunnery Quadrangle. The reliefs show the God Chac and various serpents.

 

Masks of Chac Uxmal.JPG (30143 bytes)
Masks of Chac on the stairs of the Pyramid of the Soothsayer

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