김포공항 발렛주차는 편도대여가 가능한가요?
편도대여가 가능한가요 가족용 차량을 직접 운전하는 경우나 여행 시 특수 장비를 갖춘 장애인 차량이 필요한 경우 김포공항의 발레파킹 서비스를 이용하면 터미널까지 편리하게 이동할 수 있습니다. 아래 글에서는 비용, 김포공항 발레파킹 주차장 위치, 예약 전 알아두어야 할 사항에 대해 필요한 모...
Some of the most popular activities in Cancun are visits to the sites of ancient Mayan ruins. While many visitors know the world famous Chichen Itza and many tours visit nearby Tulum, archaeologists and those in the know often recommend a forgotten Mayan city. Deep in the Mexican jungle lies the city of Cobá, a sprawling complex of stone structures and winding roads. Due to its remote location, archaeologists did not explore Cobá until the 1920s and it remains largely unexcavated. However, realizing the cultural value of the site, the local government built a modern road to the site in the 1970s and the tours have gained popularity ever since.
Although known for its stone pyramids, the Coba area was populated and used for agricultural purposes since 600 BC. By the 1st century AD. C., Cobá began to show signs of its eventual prominence in the Mayan Kingdom, maintaining a considerable population in a more concentrated area. Like the other great Mayan cities of Mexico, most of the development took place between the 6th and 10th centuries, including the construction of the temples and pyramids that can be seen today. Coba’s population is believed to have numbered at least 50,000 during this time, certainly not a small number for an ancient city. After the initial decline of the Mayan civilization, new temples were built in Cobá until the 14th century, and many inhabitants remained until the arrival of the Spanish conquerors.
One of the first things you will notice when you arrive in Cobá is the series of ancient stone paths known as sacbeob. In addition to supporting the belief that Coba was a large and influential city during its heyday, these roads are the best example of the Mayan mode of transportation anywhere in Mexico. While most of the stones have since been lost, the well-defined paths are unmistakable. Some of these roads lead to the Caribbean coast, approximately 25 miles to the east, while the longest road is connected to the smaller Mayan site of Yaxuná, more than 60 miles to the west. Within the city itself, these same pathways connect temples and other structures within an ancient model of the urban grid system.
The first structure that you will notice along the sacbeob is the pyramid known as La Iglesia. Standing over 65 feet tall, this steep stone temple is the second tallest structure in Cobá. About a mile down the main road, you will come across one of the largest temples in the Mayan kingdom. Towering above the jungle at 136 feet, Nohoch Mul is certainly a sight to behold. However, once you reach the top of the stone steps, you will be granted an even more impressive view of the surrounding jungle and the nearby lagoons of Cobá. Another favorite site along the winding roads of Cobá is the Conjunto Las Picturas (Temple of Paintings), a multi-tiered pyramid once topped with colorful murals, remains of which can still be spotted.
If you also visit Chichen Itza or Tulum while in Cancun, Cobá will stand out for reasons other than its impressive architecture. As Cobá has only been accessible by modern roads for 30 years, the city has not received the attention that other Mayan sites are given. As a result, development in and around the site has been kept to a minimum. For the most part, the structures at Cobá have been left in their original state, many still discovered. For the tourist, this means that the site maintains the ancient charm that welcomed the first archaeologists almost a century ago. Plus, with the Mexican jungle invading the city from every angle, Cobá will make you feel as exotic as any other place you’ve ever visited.
Most visitors to Coba experience the site as a day trip from the Cancun resorts. While there are fewer tours to the site than Chichen Itza or Tulum, it shouldn’t be difficult to find reliable transportation to the ruins through your resort. Generally, buses leave for Cobá early in the morning, as the site is open every day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. When you arrive, you can see the site with the help of a tour guide, walk around on your own pace or rent a bike and ride the old city roads. When you’ve had your share of Cobá and the vibrant jungle that surrounds it, visit the modest gift stalls or grab a snack in one of the rustic cafes.
If you want to explore the remnants of the Mayan kingdom, there are many fascinating sites within easy reach of Cancun. However, you will not want to forget the great city of the jungle, the always exotic and captivating Cobá.
편도대여가 가능한가요 가족용 차량을 직접 운전하는 경우나 여행 시 특수 장비를 갖춘 장애인 차량이 필요한 경우 김포공항의 발레파킹 서비스를 이용하면 터미널까지 편리하게 이동할 수 있습니다. 아래 글에서는 비용, 김포공항 발레파킹 주차장 위치, 예약 전 알아두어야 할 사항에 대해 필요한 모...
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