Ek Balam Yucatan, Mexico

EK BALAM

Description:	Ek Balam was inhabited as early as 400 B.C. and up to Colonial times. The name means "star jaguar". The Acropolis temple is more than twice the size of the Castle at Chichen with tunnels inside the Acropolis leading to tombs. There are life size statues similar to ones found in Palenque.
Of Interest:	There is a defensive wall around this central area, an astrological observatory, ballcourt, 5 Sacbe's, gateway arch and 2 cenotes.
Visit Time:	2 -4 hrs
Sites Close By:	Chichen Itza

State: Yucatan Location: North at Valladolid along Highway 295

Acanceh* Ake* Chichen Itza*** Chacmultun* Dzibilchaltun** Ek Balam**

Izamal* Kabah* Labna* Mayapan** Oxkintok*

Sayil* Xlapak* Xtempo* Uxmal*** Yaxuna/Xcan Ha*

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