Calakmul

Calakmul is a Maya archaeological site located in the Mexican state of Campeche, deep in the jungles of the greater Petén Basin region. It was one of the largest and most powerful ancient cities ever uncovered in the Maya lowlands, with a population of 50,000 people and governance over places as far away as 150 kilometers. The site contains 6,750 ancient structures, including the great pyramid at the site, Structure 2, which is over 45 meters high, making it one of the tallest of the Maya pyramids. Calakmul was a major Maya power within the northern Petén Basin region and administered a large domain marked by the extensive distribution of their emblem glyph of the snake head sign. The city is located on a rise about 35 meters above a large seasonal swamp and is surrounded by a protected UNESCO Biosphere. The site is home to a vast jungle, monkeys, and over 230 species of birds, making it a unique and beautiful destination for visitors