Famous Landmarks
15 Landmarks and Monuments to Add to Your Bucket List
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Chichén Itzá is one journey that is definitely a no-brainer. Located along Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula sits sacred Mayan Ruins, including the famed Pyramid of Kukulclan, also known as El Castillo. Named one of the Seven New Wonders of the World, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a wonder to stand before. The pyramid was built by hand without iron tools, wheels, or pulley systems. The structure was constructed to align with the skies, with each side consisting of 365 steps, one step for each day of the Mayan calendar year. None of this is coincidental. The Mayans developed writing and calendar systems, both of which we use today. Given the extraordinary advances the Mayan people gave to modern life, seeing where it all began and visiting the jewel of the Mayan world is always a good idea!