Palenque (Spanish pronunciation:; Yucatec Maya: Bàakʼ), also anciently known in the Itza Language as Lakamha ("big water" or "big waters"), [1] [2] was a Maya city-state in southern Mexico that perished in the 8th century. The Palenque ruins date from ca. 226 BC to ca. 799 AD.

Palenque, ruined ancient Mayan city of the Late Classic Period (c. 600–900 ce) in what is now Chiapas state, Mexico, about 80 miles (130 km) south of Ciudad del Carmen. Its original name is speculative; the site now shares the name the Spanish gave to a neighbouring village.

Palenque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is considered by many to be the most beautiful of the ancient Maya cities. It is situated at the foot of the Sierra de Don Juan, beside low, fertile plains with streams and waterfalls running throughout.

2014年10月7日 · Located in the foothills of the Chiapas altiplano of modern Mexico, Palenque was an important Maya city which flourished between c. 600 and 750 CE. The name Palenque derives from the Spanish, meaning 'fortified place', but …

The Temple of the Sun is a ceremonial Maya temple dedicated to the Maya sun god K'inich Taj Wayib' or God GIII one of the three patron deities of the ancient city of Palenque located in Chiapas, Mexico. [1]The temple was built at late 7th century during the rule of K'inich Kan Bahlam II as part of the ceremonial plaza of the Temple of the Cross Complex where each of the three …

2024年2月23日 · The Palenque ruins in the National Park are some of the finest examples of Mayan architecture, art and hieroglyphics. Between 500 and 900 AD, Palenque thrived as a bustling city. At its peak, Palenque controlled a huge area spanning across parts of modern-day Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Belize, and southern Mexico.

2023年8月7日 · Set in the heart of Chiapas, Mexico is the incredible Palenque Ruins. This outstanding example of an ancient Mayan city quite rightly holds UNESCO World Heritage Site status and is undoubtedly worth a visit as you travel through Mexico.

2024年10月27日 · Located in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas, the ancient city of Palenque is widely regarded as one of the most impressive Mayan ruins in Mexico. Yet, it receives a fraction of visitors compared to famous sites like Chichen Itza and Tulum ruins.

2024年9月17日 · Our complete guide to Palenque Chiapas, the town and the famous Mayan ruins. With key transport info, where to stay, top things to do and more!

2024年1月9日 · Zona Arqueológica Palenque is an ancient Mayan city that was discovered by an archeologist in the 1950s. It’s estimated only 10% to 20% of the city has been excavated, making it one of the newest Mayan ruins to be uncovered. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, this site is rich in Mayan history and was once the home of several important Mayan Kings.