Is Cancun Mayan or Aztec?

Go from the lights and glitz of Cancun to ancient stone temples all in one trip. The vibrant city in Quintana Roo, Mexico, is surrounded by some of the world's most captivating ancient cities, built centuries ago by the Mayan civilization, which peaked around 250 to 900 A.D.



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The term “Maya,” while describing the Maya people as a larger cultural unit, also refers to the Mayan language family. The Maya don't actually speak Mayan. Rather, they speak Tsotsil, Mam, K'iche' or any of the various languages in the Mayan language family.

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Chichen Itza, in the north, became what was probably the largest, most powerful and most cosmopolitan of all Maya cities. One of the most important cities in the Guatemalan Highlands at this time was Q'umarkaj, also known as Utatlán, the capital of the aggressive K'iche' Maya kingdom.

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The majestic Teotihuacan is a must-see on any visit to Mexico. Located just 30 miles from Mexico City, this archaeological site is the most visited in Mexico, drawing visitors from far and wide. At its peak, it's believed that over 100,000 people lived in this ancient Mayan city that spanned just eight square miles.

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Chichén-Itzá is the most famous and best restored Mayan site on the peninsula. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988 and one of the seven new wonders of the world. Both Chichen-Itza and Tulum are the most visited ruins in all of Mexico.

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No you can't go inside or up the stairs. Children are allowed and there is a restaurant there. Helpful?

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