Coba is an archaeological site with the tallest temple on the Yucatan Peninsula, located in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico, and boasts the oldest causeway system in the Mayan world. It also contains stone stelae inscribed with records of important events in this ancient city.
Quintana Roo, officially the Sovereign and Free State of Quintana Roo, is one of 31 states, along with Mexico City, that make up Mexico's 32 federal entities. The state is divided into 11 municipalities, with Chetumal as its capital and Cancún as its largest city. The state is situated at a maximum altitude of 230 m (750 ft). The state's population was 1,857,985 in 2020.
The Arco de Santa Catalina is a historical landmark located in Antigua, Guatemala. It is a prominent archway that spans the Calle del Arco, a street that connects the city's central plaza with the Santa Catalina convent.
The Tikal Temple (often called Temple I, or the Temple of the Great Jaguar) is one of the most iconic structures in the ancient Mayan city of Tikal in the Petén region of northern Guatemala. It was built around 732–740 AD as a funerary pyramid. Its height is approximately 47 meters (154 feet) including the roof.
The Temple of the Three Windows, also known as the Cosmic Windows, is truly miraculous, a structure built perfectly and enduring forever. It is one of the most beautiful places to visit, and also a very important location due to its proximity to the main square.
Playa del Carmen, often simply called Playa, is a resort city located along the Caribbean coast in the state of Quintana Roo, southeastern Mexico. Explore magnificent shopping malls, vibrant nightclubs, stunning beaches, and nearby attractions such as theme parks, cenotes, underground rivers, and caves. The city's population was 304,942 in 2020, a small but dynamic proportion of which is immigrant.
The Larco Museum is housed in an 18th century viceroyalty-era mansion. The Larco Museum is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Larco Museum is a stimulating and inspiring space in which visitors can enjoy and learn more about the fascinating history of ancient Peru.
Vinicunca, also called Rainbow Mountain, is a mountain in the Andes of Peru with an altitude of 5,036 metres (16,522 ft) above sea level. It is located on the road to the Ausangate mountain, in the Cusco region. Just 3 hours from Cusco, Rainbow Mountain is an incredible experience with spectacular views along the way.
55825 San Juan Teotihuacán, State of Mexico, Mexico
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The Feathered Serpent Pyramid and the Citadel of Ciudadela (c. 150–250 AD) form a massive architectural complex of Teotihuacan, Mexico (c. 100 BC–800 AD), the largest city of the Native Americans. The Citadel of Ciudadela consists of four interconnected platforms, each side measuring approximately 1,300 feet, and encircling a large plaza.
The twelve-angled stone is an archeological artifact in Cusco, Peru. The impressive architecture of the ancient Inca civilization continues to amaze scholars around the world today. One of the mysterious wonders forgotten over time is the ruins of a structure called Hatun Rumiyoc. They built it using massive polygonal stone blocks, carving and fitting them with extraordinary precision.
Plaza de San Francisco, Cuenca 477, Quito 170401, Ecuador
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The San Francisco de Quito Church and Monastery was the first Franciscan temple within the Quito Royal Palace and the first Catholic church built in the city. Construction began in the first half of the 16th century, around the 1530s, shortly after the Spanish arrival in Ecuador..
Revash, near the village of San Bartolo, 60 km south of Chachapoyas city, is a late Chachapoya funerary architectural complex with chullpas (tombs) built on high limestone cliffs, at an altitude of 2,800 m above sea level. They are located within the Cerro Carbón limestone formation, situated on the left edge of the Alto Utcubamba valley.
Zona Arqueológica San Andrés Cholula, San Andrés Cholula, Pue., Mexico
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The Great Pyramid of Cholula, also known as Tlachihualtepetl, is an architectural complex located in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico. It is the world's largest pyramid (temple) archaeological site, as well as the largest known pyramid by volume today. The pyramid is a temple traditionally believed to be dedicated to the god Quetzalcoatl.
Puebla is one of 31 states, along with Mexico City, that make up the Federal Territories of Mexico. The state is divided into 217 municipalities, and its capital is Puebla City. The highest point (Pico de Orizaba) is 5,610 m (18,410 ft). The state's population was 6,583,278 in 2020.
Site Museum, Av. Chan Chan 101 Urb, Trujillo 13000, Peru
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Chan Chan was the capital city of the Chimor kingdom. It was the largest city of the pre-Columbian era in South America. It is now an archeological site in the department of La Libertad five kilometers (3.1 mi) west of Trujillo, Peru.
The Zona Arqueologica de Uxmal is an archaeological site located in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, specifically in the state of Yucatan. It is one of the most important and well-preserved ancient Mayan cities. It flourished during the late classical period (around the 7th to 10th centuries AD) and was a significant center of Mayan culture, architecture, and political power.
Embark on a culinary journey at Da’Vida Beach Club, a premier beachfront restaurant on Anguilla's northern coast. With breathtaking views of Crocus Bay, the restaurant offers exquisite dishes amid the beauty of the Caribbean. Experience the magic of Sunrise to Sunset at the idyllic location. Every moment is a treasured snapshot against Anguilla's pristine beaches and turquoise waters.
The valley is the capital of Anguilla, one of the fourteen districts of Anguilla, and the main town and administrative center of the island. It is famous for its clean air, beaches, and beautiful waters. It is located at an altitude of 9 m (30 ft). As of 2020, the population of the valley is 3,269.
Beach lovers looking for a destination largely untouched by commercial development flock to Crocus Bay. Located on the north side of the island, east of Sandy Ground, the tranquil feel is only broken by the occasional motorboat carrying tourists. The upscale Da’Vida restaurant, the only commercial establishment in the area, offers food, drinks, sun loungers, snorkeling and boat rentals.
