Chichen Itza is a Wonder of the World.

Chichen Itza is a Maya-built archaeological monument in Mexico's Yucatán state that is one of the country's most renowned tourist destinations. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's new seven wonders.

Chichen Itza was one of the largest and most diversified Maya settlements, which explains why there are so many architectural styles. Its name means "mouth of the Itza well," and many people believe "Itza" means "water magicians." This could be attributed to the presence of two sinkholes near the site, which would have provided water to the locals all year. Sculptors, weavers, jewelers, and potters were among those present.

All the Maya's structures were made of stone. It's also thought that none of the Maya's temples, pyramids, or palaces were built with the wheel. El Castillo ("the Castle"), also known as the Temple of Kukulkan, is the prominent pyramid associated with Chichen Itza and is located in the heart of the complex. Surprisingly, this pyramid was constructed on top of an older temple. The sun's rays cast a shadow on the Kukulkan Pyramid on the first day of spring and fall, making it appear as if a serpent is sliding down the stairs. Because the Maya were serious astronomers, the movements of this planet were very important to them, there is a platform dedicated to Venus at this pyramid. In fact, the architecture of Uxmal, another ancient Mayan metropolis, was inspired by Venus' movements.

The Ball Court, which was Mesoamerica's largest field, is another popular portion of Chichen Itza that many people visit. It was nearly as big as a football field. Inverted hoops have been installed in the center of the walls. It was most likely used for games, but it could also have been utilized for feasts, celebrations, and wrestling matches.

The Ball Court has an intriguing characteristic in that it was designed so that you could utilize its acoustics to converse with others who were far away on the field. As a result, if you spoke to the northern wall, folks near the southern wall might hear you.