We arrived at Ek Balam and found that we were the only people there. The carvings are amazing! I recommend you see this site.

Here's my little Sis on the pyramid at Ek Balam. Not nearly as big as Coba or Chichen Itza but much more elaborate.

Our Whirlwind Day visiting Ek Balam, Chichen Itza and Coba


Our Whirlwind Day visiting Ek Balam, Chichen Itza and Coba


Then on to Chichen Itza. The Castillo is what everyone wants to see. If you travel to the area in March or September(and there is sun) you will see the serpent climb down the pyramid. Truly an ancient architectural marvel. No wonder this is one of the seven wonders of the world! We were there in January, so no serpent show, but the site is impressive nonetheless.


Our Whirlwind Day visiting Ek Balam, Chichen Itza and Coba



The observatory

Our Whirlwind Day visiting Ek Balam, Chichen Itza and Coba


And last, but not least, Coba. You can climb this pyramid but I didn't have the energy to tackle that. Doesn't it look a little "crumbly?" And the steps are very narrow.

I've been to Teotihuacan, just outside of Mexico city, and climbed the Pyramid of the Sun. And to Uxmal and climbed the pyramid there (not the Magicians temple, they don't allow that) and the steps are so close together, you have to step sideways. Or maybe I just have big feet, but coming down is really scary.


Our Whirlwind Day visiting Ek Balam, Chichen Itza and Coba

All in all a really fun trip. So nice to be back at the condo for a quick jump in the pool and relax on the beach!



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