If you were interested in exploration and uncovering some of Mexico’s most amazing history, you definitely want to take time to visit deep into the jungles of Mexico and Guatemala where you will find the Yucatan peninsula. There, you would find some of the most amazing and mysterious structures – pyramids and temples! 

The Mayan civilization was mathematical wizards, highly skilled workers who were way ahead of their time.  In fact, the calendars we still use today were developed by the Mayans.  Keep in mind that they did not have modern day jackhammers, cement trucks, cranes, and other modern tools but with the help from oxen, llamas, and other animals, they were somehow able to construct massive cities that spanned across then jungle.  The fascinating aspect of this is that the degree of perfection is unbelievable, especially for that era. 

Today, you can see many of the spectacular architectural structures to include Chichen Itza, Copan, Palenque, Tikal, Tulum, and Uxmal, among others.  The pyramids, temples, observatories, and palaces were made completely void of metal.  Constructed by skilled farmers, huge areas of the rainforest were cleared.  Because groundwater was difficult to find, these workers dug out underground reservoirs that were used for storing water. 

Take the pyramids of Teotihuacan for example.  Here, you would discover pyramids that rise up to 20 stories, which the Mexican people believe inspires the soul while creating imagination.  The buildings of this pyramid are perfectly aligned with both stars and solar system that complement the mountain rang.  This particular pyramid was built by the Toltecs.  The Teoihuacan, which is often called Teo, was at one time the same size as Rom.  In fact, this center was active with culture and learning for more than 1,000 years. 

Other Mexican pyramids are called Palenque, Uxma, Uxmal, Tlahuizcalpantecuhtl, Tula, and Quetzacoatl.  In Tzintzuntzan, Mexico, there is a place called Hummingbirds in Stone.  Located at 7,000 feet above sea level, this is where the longest pyramid in the west can be found, measuring an astounding 3,100 feet.  Today, there are no hummingbirds in Tzintzuntzan but you will find a few beautiful trees and fields covered with grass.  However, 600 years earlier, hummingbirds were said to be in abundance. 

Interestingly, this tiny bird and the archeological site do not seem to go together.  The style and massive scale of this ceremonial center does nothing to help envision hummingbirds sipping nectar from delicate flowers and blooms.  The platform of this pyramid measure 425 by 250 meters, which to put it in respect, would hold 30 soccer fields.  Of all Mesoamerican building shapes, this pyramid is the most unusual because of its rectangles and circles.  When visiting here, you will notice the circular bulges that face outward appear as eyes with eyebrows.  Many historians feel the design was intention to give the illusion of being watched.