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Zona Arqueologica De Coba

Quintana Roo · Mexico

8 story sections

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  1. 1Archaeological Zone of Coba

    Welcome to the ancient Maya metropolis of Cob ha, widely known today as Coba. We are standing at the threshold of a civilization that once commanded a vast expanse of the Yucatan Peninsula. …

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  2. 2Grupo Coba and the Ancient Archives

    We have arrived at the architectural complex known as Grupo Coba. As you look around this area, you will notice large, monolithic stone slabs standing upright. …

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  3. 3The Main Plaza and Elite Residences

    We are now standing within what was once the bustling Main Plaza of Coba. Close your eyes for a moment and replace the quiet rustle of leaves with the sounds of a vibrant ancient metropolis. …

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  4. 4La Iglesia Temple

    Looming before us is an imposing structure known today as La Iglesia, or The Church. Reaching a height of twenty four meters, it stands as the second tallest temple pyramid in Coba. …

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  5. 5The Mesoamerican Ball Court

    As we continue along the shaded pathways, we arrive at a structure with twin parallel platforms flanking a central playing alley. This is the Mesoamerican ball court, a site of immense cultural and religious importance. …

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  6. 6The White Roads and the Xaibe Watchtower

    We are now walking along a stretch of what the Maya called a sacbe, which translates to white road. Coba was the central hub of the most extensive network of stone causeways in the ancient Maya world. …

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  7. 7The Macanxoc Group and the Female Governors

    Our journey brings us to another significant clearing, traditionally associated with the Macanxoc group. This area was not only a center for religious reflection but also served as a vital commercial hub. …

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  8. 8Archaeological Zone of Coba

    As we conclude our extensive tour of Coba, let us take a moment to reflect on the magnitude of what we have witnessed. We have traversed ancient white roads, stood in the shadows of the highest pyramid in the Yucatan, and decoded…

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What is Zona Arqueologica De Coba?

Zona Arqueologica De Coba is a place in Quintana Roo · Mexico with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationQuintana Roo · Mexico
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates20.4898, -87.7294
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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