What makes Coba Ruins Tours so exciting is the fact that many of the buildings still remain covered by dense jungle. Just imagine what archaeological secrets lie undiscovered beneath the dense rainforest!
Coba is much older than similar Mayan sites at Tulum and Chichen Itza. In fact, evidence suggests that Coba was inhabited as long ago as 50BC, although the majority of the city was built during the Late Classical Period AD. In addition, Coba has many ancient stelas with Mayan symbols carved into the stone. They probably marked important events in ancient Mayan civilization. Families, teenagers and those who enjoy fun adventures will love exploring this unique archaeological site.
Unlike other Mayan sites in the Yucatan, the ruins of Coba are very hands-on and definitely not boring. Visitors can enjoy shaded walkways that are the original sacbe white roads , three settlements that show the architecture and vast area of this once large city, 2 ball courts and climb the highest Mayan pyramid in the Yucatan, Nohoch Mul.
Archeologists have estimated that 6, structures exist, but only three settlements are for public viewing. The three main areas that can be viewed in the Coba Ruins are the Nohoch Mul structures main pyramid , Conjunto Pinturas spiritual area and Macanxoc structures close to the lagoon that bears the same name.
Your day at Coba can last up to 2. Both bicycle options are inexpensive and super fun! We have outlined the important artifacts and structures that can be viewed and experienced within the ruins of Coba.
We love every aspect of this ruin and hope you enjoy our explanations of these significant areas and structures. We always save the best for last, and encourage you to do the same. The main structure and most popular activity at Coba, Nohoch Mul meaning large hill , is climbing the 42 meters tall feet pyramid.
The Coba Group is a series of structures close to the entrance that include the Iglesia the Church and one of two ball courts located in this site. Check out the height of a small passage way that is located near the iglesia. Though the iglesia can not be climbed at this time, it does provide a wonderful view of the Macamxoc Lagoon.
The focus of this area is the Pyramid of the Painted Lintel where visitors can see from afar actual paintings on the top temple. Privacy Policy - Terms and Conditions. Search Facebook Instagram Pinterest Menu. October 24, Inside the Mayan Ruins of Coba. The view from the top of Nohoch Mul Pyramid. Mayan ball court inside Coba. Sitting atop the pyramid.
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