What is the tomb under Chichen Itza?

The cave was excavated in the late 1800's by Edward H. Thompson. Based on the discovery of skeletal remains and artifacts he concluded the pyramid was a tomb for priests, and named it “The High Priests' Temple”. The latest recorded hieroglyphic at Chichen Itza can be found in the Osario temple, dating back to 998 AD.

Is there a cenote inside Chichen Itza?

The Chichen Itza cenotes include Ik Kil Cenote (which is the most famous), Cenote Sagrado (Sacred Cenote, named so because of the fascinating archaeological discoveries found inside) and two others which we will discuss more below.

Is there a cave below El Castillo?

Chichen itza has four visible cenotes, but two years ago, Mexican scientist Rene Chavez Segura determined that there is a hidden cenote under El Castillo, which has never been seen by archaeologists. Now, De Anda's team – which last month discovered the world's largest flooded cave – is on the verge of reaching it.

Is there a cave under Chichen Itza?

What was found inside Chichen Itza?

In the 1930s, however, a group of excavators began exploring and discovered that another pyramid-temple was nestled within the larger pyramid. Further excavations revealed that it had nine platforms, a single stairway, and a temple containing human remains, a jade-studded jaguar throne, and a so-called Chac Mool.

Is there anything under El Castillo?

Researchers discovered an enormous cenote (also known as a sinkhole) beneath the 1,000-year-old temple of Kukulcán.

Is it safe to swim in cenotes in Mexico?

Are the Cenotes in Tulum Safe for Swimming? Unlike the ocean where there can be big waves or a strong undertow, cenotes are closed off – within caves – that protect the calm, azure waters from the elements. This typically makes them an ideal spot for a restful swimming experience.

Which cenote has crocodiles?

Moreletii species, also known as “Mexican crocodile” and he is the inhabitant of the Cenote Manatí or Casa.

Rate article
Tourist guide