xochicalco
states: [mexico]
category: cultural
year: 1999
location: Municipalities of Temixco and Miacatlan, Morelos State
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: 18.8102800000, -99.2750000000
visited: 2023
Xochicalco, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico, is a remarkably preserved pre-Columbian archaeological zone known for its intricate architecture and cultural significance. Flourishing between 650 and 900 CE, it served as a political, religious, and commercial hub, blending influences from Teotihuacan, Maya, and Zapotec civilizations. The site’s highlights include the Temple of the Feathered Serpent, adorned with detailed carvings, and an advanced underground observatory for tracking celestial events. Its strategic hilltop location and sophisticated urban planning reflect the ingenuity of its ancient inhabitants.
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