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Zona Arqueológica Sayil

Yucatan  >  Mexico

Small Maya archaeological site. The ruins are surrounded by an extensive lowland jungle. More than 150 bird species have been recorded.

Aggiunto* da Santiago Rodriguez
Ultimo aggiornamento 24 gennaio 2026

Descrizione

The Sayil Archaeological Zone is a Maya archaeological site located in the Puuc region. It flourished during the Terminal Classic period, roughly between 800 and 1000 AD. Sayil is renowned for its distinctive Puuc architectural style, which features intricately carved stone facades, mosaic patterns, and ornamental columns. The most notable structure at Sayil is the "Palace of Sayil," a long, low building with three levels and numerous rooms. Sayil is situated within the Puuc Biosphere Reserve, which means its preservation is closely linked to protecting the surrounding natural environment.

The archaeological site is small but the surrounding lowland jungle is extensive. It provides habitat for many resident and migratory birds. Around Sayil, you can expect to see a variety of birds such as trogons, motmots, woodpeckers, orioles, flycatchers and several species of hummingbirds.

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Accesso

Zona Arqueológica Sayil is located is located about 120 km south of the city of Mérida and 40 km southeast of Uxmal. Press P on the map for directions to the parking. The Sayil Archaeological Zone is open to visitors daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You pay a small entry fee to get in.

Terreno e habitat

Foresta

Caratteristiche dell’area

Terreno piano , Asciutto

Percorso ad anello

Si

È utile un cannocchiale?

No

Buona stagione per il BW

Tutto l'anno

Percorso

Sentiero ampio

Grado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi

Facile

Modalità di accesso

A piedi

Capanno/torretta di osservazione

No

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