14th March, 2024
CHIRANJIT MITRA
Witness the iconic El Castillo, a magnificent Mayan temple dedicated to Kukulkan, the serpent god. Climb (or admire from a distance) and be mesmerized by the play of light during the equinoxes when a serpent shadow slithers down the pyramid.
Don your explorer's hat and delve into the mystery of this colossal pyramid, cleverly disguised as a hill topped with a church. Nicknamed "Tlachihualtepetl" (Mountain of Manufactured Light), it's the world's largest pyramid by volume.
Ascend the majestic Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, guarding the ancient city of Teotihuacan. These perfectly aligned giants are testaments to the city's sophisticated astronomical knowledge.
Embark on a jungle adventure in Coba. Cycle along an ancient sacbe (raised road) to discover La Iglesia, a pyramid with a panoramic view, and El Castillo, the second-tallest pyramid in the Yucatan peninsula.
Step into the realm of illusion at the aptly named Pyramid of the Magician. Ascend its steep sides and marvel at the intricate carvings and the mesmerizing optical illusion that makes the pyramid appear taller as you approach.
Descend into the emerald embrace of the Chiapas jungle and discover the hidden city of Palenque. Decipher the secrets whispered by the hieroglyphic-laden Pyramid of the Inscriptions, housing the tomb of Pakal, the city's revered ruler.
Unleash your inner archaeologist at El Tajin. Explore the Pyramid of the Niches, adorned with hundreds of recessed panels, each believed to have once held a statue. Imagine the grandeur this facade would have possessed in its prime!
Journey back to the Olmec civilization at La Venta. The colossal stone heads scattered around the Great Pyramid constantly remind the Olmecs of artistic mastery and remain shrouded in mystery.
Soar above the clouds and explore the Monte Albán pyramids. Offering breathtaking vistas of the Oaxaca Valley, these Zapotec marvels stand as silent sentinels, guarding the secrets of a long-lost civilization.
Meet the imposing warriors of Tula at the Pyramid of Quetzalcoatl, dedicated to the wind god. The colossal carved figures flanking the stairs will send shivers and spark your imagination.