Dzibanche - Dzibanche

Dzibanche is a ruined city in Quintana Roo in Mexico.

background

The name of the city roughly translates as "written in wood" because a wooden crossbeam with characters was found here. The earliest buildings date from the 2nd century BC. BC, but most of the buildings were built in the 2nd century AD. In the late classical period, the city came more and more under the influence of Calakmul. In the turmoil of the late Classical period, the city was probably abandoned around AD 900, like many other cities. In 1927, the city was rediscovered by Thomas Gann and the complex has been open to the public since 1994.

getting there

By plane

By train

In the street

If you drive the MEX 307 from Cancun or Tulum until the end at the height of Chetumal you drive right (left it goes in the direction Chetumal). At kilometer 58 there is a sign indicating the site and the village of Morocoy. If you turn here you will reach the site after 22 km.

By boat

mobility

Tourist Attractions

You can see two plazas with numerous structures, but the highlight of the cities is Temple 6. This large pyramid (currently closed) can be found right at the entrance area and has been very well restored. Interesting here is the so-called talud / tablero architectural style, which refers to a connection with Teotihuacan indicates. The wooden crossbeams, which are provided with characters, gave the city its name. Also interesting is the center of the city, which is grouped around the Plaza of Xibalba. Numerous chambers have been found here. One has not yet been opened due to the unstable location of the structure above.

activities

shop

kitchen

nightlife

accommodation

health

Pay attention to mosquito and sun protection.

Practical advice

The opening times of the facility are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $ 60 pesos and includes entry to the nearby ruins of Kinichna

trips

literature

Web links

Dzibanche on the INAH website (span.)