A center of Mayan civilization until about 1000AD, Chichen Itza, also known as Uucyabnal, is one of the most important ancient Mayan sites, and at it's height was a major regional capital of the Mayan Empire. The most recognizable symbol of Chichen Itza is El Castillo, the Temple of Kukulcan, a large stone pyramid with stone staircases on each side and crowned by the temple where it is said human sacrifices were carried out by the priests. The Temple of Kukulcan is a must see destination at the time of the Spring Equinox when the souther corner of the template is said to cast a shadow of the Mayan serpent god slithering down the temple to the ground.
Other important structures within the city are the Temple of the Warriors, The Great Ball Court, the High Priest's Temple, Las Monjas, El Cracol, and Akab Dzib.
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