Which is better Chichen Itza or Teotihuacan?

Compared to the other two sites, Chichen Itza is by far the most impressive one, hence why it is one of the 7 Wonders of the World.



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Temple of Kukulkan at Chichen Itza It is home to one of the most famous pyramids in Mexico, the temple of Kukulkan. Also known as the Castillo pyramid or simply as Kukulkan, this Mesoamerican step pyramid features seven terraces and four stairways that lead to the temple at its peak.

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Teotihuacán is even older than Chichén Itzá, with its famous Pyramid of the Sun believed to have been constructed around 200 AD – 300 years before Chichén Itzá.

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Viewing the pyramids from the ground is still a spectacular, and it's worth it to go and learn the history of the site! It's still very well worth it to day trip to the Pyramids of Teotihuacan from Mexico City.

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Compared to the other two sites, Chichen Itza is by far the most impressive one, hence why it is one of the 7 Wonders of the World. On the downside though, it is obviously also the most crowded and touristy one.

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However, I am sorry to break it to you that, as of 2023, climbing is no longer allowed for Pyramid of Sun and Pyramid of Moon. We visited Teotihuacan in October 2022 and access to both these pyramids were closed for climbing.

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Egypt's Great Pyramid of Giza, which stands 481 feet (147 meters) high, is the world's tallest pyramid. But the world's largest pyramid lies half a world away in Cholula, Mexico. Tlachihualtepetl, or the Great Pyramid of Cholula, is about 217 feet (66 meters) tall with a base of 1,476 by 1,476 feet (450 by 450 meters).

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15 Must-Visit Pyramids Around the World
  • Pyramids of Giza. Probably the most famous pyramid site in the world, Giza is home to Ancient Egypt's Great Pyramid, the famous Sphinx and two other amazing pyramids. ...
  • Teotihuacan. ...
  • Saqqara. ...
  • Chichen Itza. ...
  • Pyramid of Cestius. ...
  • Monte Alban. ...
  • Brihadisvara Temple. ...
  • Dahshur.


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Both pyramids open at Saqqara are smaller so the amount of stairs to get in is less than any of the Pyramids at Giza or Dashur. Outside surface looks like a pile of rubble but the inside have the Pyramid Text on the walls. The Pyramids at Saqqara are probably the easiest to get in and see.

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Chichén Itzá is a wonder of the world and one of the main attractions in Mexico. After a few days in Cancún, a day trip to the ruins of this ancient city is one to remember. Tours abound, but there are ways to do a Chichén Itzá day trip on your own. We did this without a resort, tour, or booking transportation.

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As one of the largest and best-preserved archaeological sites in the world, Chichen Itza is home to a myriad of ancient Mayan marvels and rich cultural histories cherished by travelers across the globe.

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Make sure you're wearing comfortable clothes and shoes. If you're planning to climb the pyramids, I might recommend against jeans. (That's just me.) Unlike other ancient sites I've visited — I'm looking at you, Angkor Wat — there is no dress code, so feel free to wear shorts and sleeveless tops.

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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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