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Templo IV, Tikal
Templo IV, Tikal is a pyramid temple within the ancient Mayan city of Tikal. Built around 741 AD, it is located in the dense forest approx. 300 m west of Temple 3. Because the wooden lintel of the temple at the top is carved with a double-headed serpent, it is also known as the "Temple of the Double-Headed Serpent." It was commissioned by the Tikal ruler Yik'in Chan K'awiil to showcase his achievements. Archaeologists speculate that his tomb may be hidden beneath the pyramid, though it has yet to be discovered. The temple stands approx. 70 m tall, making it a rare, towering structure in Tikal and the entire Mayan world. Visitors can climb to the top via the wooden stairs on the back of the temple. From the platform at the top, the spires of Temple 1, Temple 2, and Temple 3 emerge from the vast forest, offering a classic view of the ancient city. The jungle scenes of the Rebel base on the planet Yavin in the movie "Star Wars" were filmed here.Tikal · 2km from downtown
Tikal National Park
Tikal National Park is located deep in the rainforest of Peten, Guatemala, as the capital city of the Maya civilization at its peak, with pyramid tops piercing the canopy to form a unique skyline. The entire archaeological area consists of stone structures such as temples, plazas, and ball courts, with several limestone pyramids still preserving original altar structures and hieroglyphic stelae. In the morning mist, jungle trails lead to the core of the site, where howler monkeys and macaws can be heard. Climbing to the temple platform reveals buildings aligned along astronomical axes, reflecting the ancient Maya's deep understanding of the stars. The fusion of Maya wisdom and natural wonders creates a unique cultural landscape. This rainforest site holds the mysteries of ancient astronomical calendars while continuing the living memory of traditional crafts, offering modern travelers a dimension of exploration across time and space, making it a classic destination for both historical and ecological experiences in Central America.Tikal · 1.4km from downtown
The Great Jaguar Tikal
Tikal · 1.3km from downtown
The Lost World
Tikal · 1.8km from downtown
North Acropolis, Tikal
Tikal · 1.3km from downtown
Temple II
Tikal · 1.4km from downtown
Templo V
Tikal · 1.5km from downtown
Palace of the Grooves
Tikal · 1.1km from downtown
Templo VI
Tikal · 1.2km from downtown
Museo “Sylvanus G. Morley”
Tikal · 80m from downtown
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_TX***rr7 December 2022
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We stayed at the Jungle Lodge inside the Tikal National Park. Howler monkeys howl at night and and sunrise. We climbed temples at dawn to watch the sunset. They have a fascinating array of bird life. Hire a guide to show you the magnificent Mayan Ruins. Tikal had been on my bucket list for years and it did not disappoint. To get there, you fly to Flores. Call the Jungle Lodge ahead of time and they will send minibus to take you to the ruins. It's about an hour's drive.
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