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Palenque Chiapas
Located in the northwestern state of Chiapas, about 290 Km. of the City of Tuxtla Gutierrez and 220 Km. San Cristobal de las Casas, Palenque is one of the most important archeological sites of the Mayan world, a destination that simply must not fail to visit during his upcoming trip to the region south of the Mexican Republic.
Nestled in the heart of a tropical jungle, with an average annual temperature of 26 ° C, with torrential rains during the summer, Palenque offers visitors the surprising image of their temples and buildings explored from the S. XIX, and dating from the Classic period (400-700 AD). Among its most important buildings include: The Palace, which is distinguished by its high tower that stands out from the rest of the building, the Temples of the Sun, de la Cruz and de la Cruz Folias, surrounding the Plaza del Sol and the mysterious Temple of the Inscriptions, which was discovered in 1952, the tomb? with a beautifully carved sarcophagus and the funerary regalia of King Pakal, the former ruler of the city who ordered the construction of this building so that, to his death, he worked as his tomb sacred.
In the area around the archaeological area of lush vegetation, can go trekking and appreciate the flora and fauna, as he explores the more than 1700 ha. that make up the Palenque National Park, home to different types of birds and mammals such as jaguars and howler monkeys.
A 6 km. east of the archaeological area and National Park, is located the town of Palenque, with all services: lodging, restaurants, shops and markets, where you can buy all kinds of crafts and taste the delicious dishes from the kitchen of Chiapas. Very close from there you can discover the waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Ha, awesome natural attractions, which can go camping and see landscapes that formerly could only be admired by the Mayan princes.
ARCHEOLOGY
Comprised of more than 200 architectural structures, different in size and complexity, tailored to the topography of the land, Palenque is certainly one of the major cities that the Maya inherited to humanity. The site offers a wealth of archaeological remains and a beautiful sculptural art of the so-called "Classic period (400-700 AD). Among its most important buildings include:
Temple of the Inscriptions. It is the third building located at the east side of the entrance, is named after the large panels with hieroglyphic inscriptions, located in the corridor of entry to his temple, which tell the story of King Pakal, their ancestors and their kinship with the ancient gods Maya. In 1952, archaeologist Alberto Ruz released a staircase leading to a chamber where they were found the remains of Pakal and his funerary regalia.
The Crypt. Located under the Temple of the Inscriptions. To reach it we must descend a staircase divided into two tranches: the entrance to the compound is 1.50 m below ground level. When the discovery was made it was noted that the last six steps had been completed forming a platform where offerings were found and a collective burial.
The Palace. It is a set of structures built on an artificial platform, its surface is 100 by 80 m. This building is distinguished by its four-sided tower with a column and an interior staircase, which is located in the southwest courtyard, the only built with these characteristics during the Classic Period (400 - 700 AD). Its 3 stories with an intermediate layer and a narrow corridor around the central column. The exterior walls are thick rectangles of stone that have windows at the height of the floors, painting and decorating in stucco reliefs and hieroglyphs, both as walls in some of its steps.
The Templo de la Cruz. Located on the north side of the Plaza del Sol, here you can see three tombs, a monolith known as "The Dead", which represents a character standing on a hieroglyph, two tombstones with inscriptions and 18 cylinders of mud representing deities . One of the features of this building is that it has no front so you can see the central wall.
The Templo de la Cruz Folio. Built on the "Cerro de Miramar" north of the Plaza del Sol, has a crest that surrounds the central wall and a gallery inside. The wall has doors with access to three quarters. In his shrine are preserved with a frieze fragments of stucco and three tablets of stone that form the Board of the Cross Folias (cross-leaf corn).
The Temple of the Sun. It is located in the far west of the Plaza del Sol. In the sanctuary of this building you can admire three panels of limestone in highlighting the image of a sun shield and a central motif beautifully carved. In the main frieze can be seen the image of a character sitting in East, taking back a snake bicéfala, both carved stucco
Nestled in the heart of a tropical jungle, with an average annual temperature of 26 ° C, with torrential rains during the summer, Palenque offers visitors the surprising image of their temples and buildings explored from the S. XIX, and dating from the Classic period (400-700 AD). Among its most important buildings include: The Palace, which is distinguished by its high tower that stands out from the rest of the building, the Temples of the Sun, de la Cruz and de la Cruz Folias, surrounding the Plaza del Sol and the mysterious Temple of the Inscriptions, which was discovered in 1952, the tomb? with a beautifully carved sarcophagus and the funerary regalia of King Pakal, the former ruler of the city who ordered the construction of this building so that, to his death, he worked as his tomb sacred.
In the area around the archaeological area of lush vegetation, can go trekking and appreciate the flora and fauna, as he explores the more than 1700 ha. that make up the Palenque National Park, home to different types of birds and mammals such as jaguars and howler monkeys.
A 6 km. east of the archaeological area and National Park, is located the town of Palenque, with all services: lodging, restaurants, shops and markets, where you can buy all kinds of crafts and taste the delicious dishes from the kitchen of Chiapas. Very close from there you can discover the waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Ha, awesome natural attractions, which can go camping and see landscapes that formerly could only be admired by the Mayan princes.
ARCHEOLOGY
Comprised of more than 200 architectural structures, different in size and complexity, tailored to the topography of the land, Palenque is certainly one of the major cities that the Maya inherited to humanity. The site offers a wealth of archaeological remains and a beautiful sculptural art of the so-called "Classic period (400-700 AD). Among its most important buildings include:
Temple of the Inscriptions. It is the third building located at the east side of the entrance, is named after the large panels with hieroglyphic inscriptions, located in the corridor of entry to his temple, which tell the story of King Pakal, their ancestors and their kinship with the ancient gods Maya. In 1952, archaeologist Alberto Ruz released a staircase leading to a chamber where they were found the remains of Pakal and his funerary regalia.
The Crypt. Located under the Temple of the Inscriptions. To reach it we must descend a staircase divided into two tranches: the entrance to the compound is 1.50 m below ground level. When the discovery was made it was noted that the last six steps had been completed forming a platform where offerings were found and a collective burial.
The Palace. It is a set of structures built on an artificial platform, its surface is 100 by 80 m. This building is distinguished by its four-sided tower with a column and an interior staircase, which is located in the southwest courtyard, the only built with these characteristics during the Classic Period (400 - 700 AD). Its 3 stories with an intermediate layer and a narrow corridor around the central column. The exterior walls are thick rectangles of stone that have windows at the height of the floors, painting and decorating in stucco reliefs and hieroglyphs, both as walls in some of its steps.
The Templo de la Cruz. Located on the north side of the Plaza del Sol, here you can see three tombs, a monolith known as "The Dead", which represents a character standing on a hieroglyph, two tombstones with inscriptions and 18 cylinders of mud representing deities . One of the features of this building is that it has no front so you can see the central wall.
The Templo de la Cruz Folio. Built on the "Cerro de Miramar" north of the Plaza del Sol, has a crest that surrounds the central wall and a gallery inside. The wall has doors with access to three quarters. In his shrine are preserved with a frieze fragments of stucco and three tablets of stone that form the Board of the Cross Folias (cross-leaf corn).
The Temple of the Sun. It is located in the far west of the Plaza del Sol. In the sanctuary of this building you can admire three panels of limestone in highlighting the image of a sun shield and a central motif beautifully carved. In the main frieze can be seen the image of a character sitting in East, taking back a snake bicéfala, both carved stucco
ARTS AND CRAFTS
The surroundings of Palenque are inhabited by many ethnic groups, among which are: Chol, Tzeltal and Lacandon, who have given life to a rich tradition of craftsmanship developed regional costumes and clothing blanket, bags and leather BAGS, petticoat embroidered with threads colors, collars and jewelry generally made of stone, wood and light metals, and various ceramic objects, which can be purchased at the posts located on the outskirts of the archaeological site or in the market in the center of the town of Palenque.
FESTIVALS AND TRADITIONS
In the town of Palenque can experience the joy of the festivals celebrated in honor of Santo Domingo de Guzman, the patron of the people, during the first days of August, as part of these festivities, you can admire the traditional indigenous dances and listen to the music from the marimba percussion instrument typical of the Mexican southeast, in an environment full of color and excitement.
MUSEUMS
The archeological zone of Palenque has a museum where you can admire a variety of objects: sculptures, ceramics and laborers with the image of the sun god, discovered by archaeologists during the different seasons of research in this ancient Mayan city .
Museum site of Palenque. Located 1.5 km from the archaeological area and 8 km from the city of Palenque, the museum has two permanent exhibition halls. The first, located on the ground floor, you can admire a collection of approximately 260 pieces from ceramic, stone, stucco, stone, shell and jadeíta, while the second, located in the upper part of the museum, you can discover the history of the most important archaeological excavations that have been made in Palenque from the end of the eighteenth century to today. Open Monday to Sunday from 8:00 am to 17:00 pm
AROUND, AND ROADS FEATURED SITES
Route through the outskirts of Palenque. It begins in the town of Palenque, where you can have breakfast in one of the restaurants located in the downtown area, and then take the No. road. 199, bound for San Cristobal de las Casas, which will take you to Cascades National Park in Agua Azul, located 55 km from Palenque, where you can admire one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country, formed by the sides of the river Tulijá. There may practice the walk to observe the flora and fauna. 60 km below may reach Ocosingo, where you can take a diversion leading to the archaeological site of Toniná, ancient Mayan capital, where you can admire the remains of temples and palaces that communicate with each other by walkways and tunnels; among its Main attractions include: a mural done in stucco called "The Four Eras Suns or" Monster and the Temple of Earth, which seems to devour a field of stone that represents the sun.
The route ends in the picturesque village of San Cristobal de las Casas, located 207 km from Palenque followed by the No. road. 199, there may know its cathedral, in whose interior was kept interesting pieces of art of Baroque style and walk its cobbled streets and neighborhoods Buildings engalanados by former Colonial, where you can buy all kinds of crafts: beautiful embroideries, sarapes, skirts and vests, among other textiles.
Archaeological route by around Palenque. The tour starts in the center of the town of Palenque, to then take the No. road. 307 due to the extreme southeastern state of Chiapas, to learn, first, a 147 km from Palenque, Bonampak of the archaeological zone, where you can admire the wonderful frescos that adorn the interiors of Building 1, which will narrate mysterious scenes of war and holding between old Maya. 64 km below may reach the town of Frontera Corozal, on the banks of the Usumacinta river, which is Mexico's border with Guatemala, for there to deal with a boat that will take you up river to the archaeological site of Yaxchilán surprising ceremonial center of the Maya, where you can find numerous temples and buildings hidden among the jungle. From the top of the structure 33 may admire the incredible scenery of the Chiapas jungle in all its splendor. To make this route will not forget accompanied by a specialized guide, whose services may recruit from Palenque or in each of these archaeological sites, who will help you recognize the most important buildings of the ancient Mayan capital.
ECOTOURISM
The jungle where the population is immersed and the archeological zone of Palenque, has an area of 3500 km2. There, amid thick vegetation, you can find rivers, waterfalls, lakes and a wide variety of flora and fauna, attractions that make it an ideal site for the practice of ecotourism.
Archeological zone of Palenque. Located just 8 km. the village of the same name, is one of the major cities that the Maya inherited to humanity and a delight for lovers of ecotourism, which has trails that lead through the jungle toward various temples, as well as the beautiful waterfalls of Montiepá where, with the passage of time and running water have come to form certain shapes with special features on the stones. Open Monday to Sunday from 8:00 to 18:00 hrs.
Cascades National Park in Agua Azul. Is located 50 km. south of the city of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. By lush vegetation and the beauty of its impressive waterfalls, formed by the tracks of Tulijá River, was declared a National Park in 1980. Here you can appreciate the flora and fauna, which has lush vegetation, which is rich with mahogany trees, cedar and sapote, which serve as habitat for a wide variety of birds, insects and small mammals. You can also admire beautiful blue waters whose color is due primarily to running the water on the rocks they are dissolving into small particles of lime containing magnesium salts and some other chlorides.
Clear Water. It is located 55 km. west of the town of Palenque by the federal highway No.. 199, after taking a local road at km. 27. It is a tourist area of 90 has located between two major rivers, the Tulijá and Shumulhá. It is an excellent option for a photo safari, covering their tracks while admiring his beautiful thick jungle flora and knows its wide variety of wildlife such as toucans, doves, periquillos and howler monkeys.
Misol-Ha waterfall. It is located 30 km. southwest of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. This waterfall is formed from the waters of the Rio Tzaconejá and has an impressive drop of 30 m. Tourist Center and works as an account with hosting services in cabins, restaurant, crafts shop, parking and walking tour. It is an ideal place to make the trek along routes that will guide you to the inside of his impressive waterfall. During the tour will see a rich vegetation composed of mahogany trees, chicozapote and stick with water.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
The surroundings of Palenque, of lush jungle vegetation and a hot humid climate, with beautiful walking paths, waterfalls and lakes that can discover, on foot or horseback, while enjoying the scenery and direct contact with nature.
Clear Water. It is located 55 km. west of the town of Palenque by the federal highway No.. 199, after taking a local road at km. 27. It is a tourist area of 90 has located between two major rivers, the Tulijá and Shumulhá. In this place can be traveled on horseback through open trails in the forest, where they observed an exotic vegetation. There are specialized guides to indicate the most appropriate ways to enjoy this experience.
Misol-Ha waterfall. It is located 30 km. southwest of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. This waterfall is formed from the waters of the Rio Tzaconejá and has an impressive drop of 30 m. Tourist Center and works as an account with hosting services in cabins, restaurant, crafts shop, parking and walking tour. In this place you'll find guides who offer tours on horseback for long trails that allow you to discover the wild and perceive the scent offered by the abundant vegetation.
Camping
A tour of the archeological zone of Palenque and its surroundings will allow you to admire the abundant vegetation of the jungle of Chiapas, blue water rivers and small lakes that make this paradise an ideal place for Mayan practice of camping, in direct contact with nature .
Cascades National Park in Agua Azul. Is located 50 km. south of the city of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. By lush vegetation and the beauty of its impressive waterfalls, formed by the tracks of Tulijá River, was declared a National Park in 1980. It is a very attractive place to practice camping, which has large green areas, surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant, where you can enjoy nature in a family environment that promotes environmental awareness. For your convenience, in the park there are two restaurants that have all the services.
Clear Water. It is located 55 km. west of the town of Palenque by the federal highway No.. 199, after taking a local road at km. 27. It is a tourist area of 90 has located between two major rivers, the Tulijá and Shumulhá. This place, jungle vegetation, it has adequate space for camping and make the most of nature. It also offers the services of cabins, restaurant, restrooms, changing rooms and parking.
EXTREME SPORTS
The surroundings of Palenque, full of rivers, waterfalls, lakes and trails are the perfect setting to feel the adrenalin of extreme sports, particularly in the ultralight flight to admire, from the heights, its superb scenery jungle.
Cascades National Park in Agua Azul. Is located 50 km. south of the city of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. By lush vegetation and the beauty of its impressive waterfalls, formed by the tracks of Tulijá River, was declared a National Park in 1980. In this place may engage the services of experts who offer tours in ultralight, to admire, from the heights, its beautiful waterfalls deep blue color.
NIGHT LIFE
In the town of Palenque, you will find several restaurants, bars and cafes that invite you to enjoy a pleasant evening in the company of friends, listening to live music. Find out more Gallery, one of the most popular cafes, where you'll find a bohemian atmosphere and live music, the place is also known for his excellent service restaurant.
TOURIST SERVICES
Palenque is communicated by the road, with the cities of Tuxtla Gutierrez, capital of Chiapas and San Cristobal de las Casas, the No. road. 199, and the city of Villahermosa, capital of Tabasco, on No. roads. 186 and 199. A new rail route, it connects to the northwest with the city of Cordoba in Veracruz, and east to Merida in the state of Yucatan; use the station Pakal-Na which is just 1.5 km from Palenque. On the air, this destination has an airport that receives commercial flights from the line Aerocaribe, as well as flights in light aircraft coming from the cities of Tuxtla Gutierrez, Ocosingo and Comitan de Dominguez. To connect to other destinations in the Republic, you must go to the airports of Tuxtla Gutierrez and San Cristobal de las Casas, receiving flights of the lines Mexicana, Aviacsa, and Aeromar Aerocaribe.
Palenque International Airport. Located on the road Catazajá-Rancho Nuevo 24.5 km. Tel.: (916) 345 1581.
Terminus of Palenque. It is located at Av. Juarez s / n corner with Jorge de la Vega. Tel.: (916) 345 1344.
NUMBERS OF SERVICES
Delegation of tourism. Tel.: (916) 345 0356
emergencies. Tel.: 060.
Relief road "Green Angels". Tel.: 078.
The surroundings of Palenque, of lush jungle vegetation and a hot humid climate, with beautiful walking paths, waterfalls and lakes that can discover, on foot or horseback, while enjoying the scenery and direct contact with nature.
Clear Water. It is located 55 km. west of the town of Palenque by the federal highway No.. 199, after taking a local road at km. 27. It is a tourist area of 90 has located between two major rivers, the Tulijá and Shumulhá. In this place can be traveled on horseback through open trails in the forest, where they observed an exotic vegetation. There are specialized guides to indicate the most appropriate ways to enjoy this experience.
Misol-Ha waterfall. It is located 30 km. southwest of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. This waterfall is formed from the waters of the Rio Tzaconejá and has an impressive drop of 30 m. Tourist Center and works as an account with hosting services in cabins, restaurant, crafts shop, parking and walking tour. In this place you'll find guides who offer tours on horseback for long trails that allow you to discover the wild and perceive the scent offered by the abundant vegetation.
Camping
A tour of the archeological zone of Palenque and its surroundings will allow you to admire the abundant vegetation of the jungle of Chiapas, blue water rivers and small lakes that make this paradise an ideal place for Mayan practice of camping, in direct contact with nature .
Cascades National Park in Agua Azul. Is located 50 km. south of the city of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. By lush vegetation and the beauty of its impressive waterfalls, formed by the tracks of Tulijá River, was declared a National Park in 1980. It is a very attractive place to practice camping, which has large green areas, surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant, where you can enjoy nature in a family environment that promotes environmental awareness. For your convenience, in the park there are two restaurants that have all the services.
Clear Water. It is located 55 km. west of the town of Palenque by the federal highway No.. 199, after taking a local road at km. 27. It is a tourist area of 90 has located between two major rivers, the Tulijá and Shumulhá. This place, jungle vegetation, it has adequate space for camping and make the most of nature. It also offers the services of cabins, restaurant, restrooms, changing rooms and parking.
EXTREME SPORTS
The surroundings of Palenque, full of rivers, waterfalls, lakes and trails are the perfect setting to feel the adrenalin of extreme sports, particularly in the ultralight flight to admire, from the heights, its superb scenery jungle.
Cascades National Park in Agua Azul. Is located 50 km. south of the city of Palenque, No. down the road. 199 due to Ocosingo. By lush vegetation and the beauty of its impressive waterfalls, formed by the tracks of Tulijá River, was declared a National Park in 1980. In this place may engage the services of experts who offer tours in ultralight, to admire, from the heights, its beautiful waterfalls deep blue color.
NIGHT LIFE
In the town of Palenque, you will find several restaurants, bars and cafes that invite you to enjoy a pleasant evening in the company of friends, listening to live music. Find out more Gallery, one of the most popular cafes, where you'll find a bohemian atmosphere and live music, the place is also known for his excellent service restaurant.
TOURIST SERVICES
Palenque is communicated by the road, with the cities of Tuxtla Gutierrez, capital of Chiapas and San Cristobal de las Casas, the No. road. 199, and the city of Villahermosa, capital of Tabasco, on No. roads. 186 and 199. A new rail route, it connects to the northwest with the city of Cordoba in Veracruz, and east to Merida in the state of Yucatan; use the station Pakal-Na which is just 1.5 km from Palenque. On the air, this destination has an airport that receives commercial flights from the line Aerocaribe, as well as flights in light aircraft coming from the cities of Tuxtla Gutierrez, Ocosingo and Comitan de Dominguez. To connect to other destinations in the Republic, you must go to the airports of Tuxtla Gutierrez and San Cristobal de las Casas, receiving flights of the lines Mexicana, Aviacsa, and Aeromar Aerocaribe.
Palenque International Airport. Located on the road Catazajá-Rancho Nuevo 24.5 km. Tel.: (916) 345 1581.
Terminus of Palenque. It is located at Av. Juarez s / n corner with Jorge de la Vega. Tel.: (916) 345 1344.
NUMBERS OF SERVICES
Delegation of tourism. Tel.: (916) 345 0356
emergencies. Tel.: 060.
Relief road "Green Angels". Tel.: 078.
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