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What ruins can you climb in Cancun?

The El Rey ruins are a great option because they are located right in the Cancun Hotel Zone. The archeological site consists of a total of 47 structures varying in size, many of which visitors can climb.



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Ek Balam ruins are some of the tallest in the area, standing at 95 feet tall. You're allowed to climb to the highest point of the ruins, which will take you high above the treetops and give you a stunning view of the peninsula.

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Pyramids to Climb in Mexico The pyramids and temples are common at most of the ancient Mayan sites around Yucatan and Quintana Roo but to prevent injury and damage to them many are roped off and you can't climb. There are though 3 that you can climb. Coba, Uxmal and one in Izamal.

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The ancient Mayan pyramid of Kukulkán is a Unesco heritage site, protected by law and the Mexican National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH ). It is forbidden to climb it and fines range from $4000 to $8400 for trespassers, depending on the amount of damage caused.

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Chichen Itza – Mexico The architectural styles of the area are said to be different than in any other Mayan city, which many historians believe is due to the diversity of the region. The area is the most visited archeological site in Mexico and roughly 1.2 million tourists comed to marvel at the ruins each year.

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The Coba Ruins are open to the public and you can even climb up the pyramids, just like the Mayans did 2,000 years ago. Getting a chance to touch history is rare, and getting so close to such ancient history is exciting for everyone.

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It is forbidden to climb it and fines range from $4000 to $8400 for trespassers, depending on the amount of damage caused. However, this weekend, it was onlookers who meted out punishment for climbing the national treasure.

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No one has been allowed on the pyramid and definitely not inside the pyramid for decades now.

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Chichen Itza Entrace Fee The entrance fee at Chichen Itza is: $539 Pesos per adult, Kids under 13 years are admitted free. The entrance fee to the site is divided into two amounts, one being the state (culture) and the second being the federal (INAH). The fees are paid at two separate windows.

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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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