Quick tips and things to do at Ek Balam

Summary: It is wise to have some quick tips and know what to do during Ek Balam private tour.

Ek Balam, Mexico, otherwise called the Jaguar City of Mexico, is an old Mayan city in the Yucatan peninsula. It is less popular than Chichen Itza and so less visited. However, the Mayan vestiges of Ek Balam are a unique Yucatan destination. So, it is wise to be with a reputed tour operator and be a part of the Ek Balam private tour.   

Quick tips for visiting Ek Balam ruins

Ek Balam ruins are worth visiting since they are not so swarmed as the other, more well-known sites like Chichen Itza or Tulum. They are also attractive due to the presence of incredible stucco sculptures you will not find elsewhere.

You can, in any case, climb the Ek Balam pyramid or Acropolis.

Ek Balam is an ideal destination for an extraordinary day trip from Valladolid, Cancun, or Playa del Carmen. You can combine the trip with Rio Lagartos Biosphere and the Pink Lakes. 

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What should you do at Ek Balam ruins?

The ruins of Ek Balam, taken together, structure a cluster looking like a city. Restoration began exclusively in the twentieth century. You can detect remains of the city walls as you stroll in.

However, for the present, there is an entry door, an oval palace, the twin pyramids, the primary sanctuary called the Acropolis, and a few more modest structures. 

Ek Balam Pyramid or The Acropolis

The Acropolis is the tallest construction in the Ek Balam archeological region. It is 95 feet or 30 m tall.

It is unlike the other Mayan pyramids in Yucatan because of the palapa-roofed rooms that flank its sides. You can stray from your trip and take a little diversion to visit a portion of these palapa-covered temples.

Unique stucco sculptures 

The stucco art at Ek Balam is one of its sorts and very unmistakable as a result of various reasons. One of the reasons is that the vast majority of the other Mayan ruins have stone-cut figures, and stucco work is challenging to find. Nevertheless, Ek Balam in Mexico is one spot that boasts magnificent stucco work.

Ek Balam’s Oval Palace

After you wrap up exploring the principal pyramid of Ek Balam, the next spot of interest is the Oval Palace, a 2-minute stroll from the pyramid. Archeologists have found burial relics here.

Twin Pyramids of Ek Balam

Directly before the Oval Palace on the left lie two indistinguishable pyramids called The Twins. These pyramids are built on a solitary stage.

Ek Balam cenote

Right close to Ek Balam is the Cenote Xcanche which is otherwise called the Ek Balam Cenote. It is a stunning outside pool total with waterfalls and rope swings. Enjoy a dip in the calm waters here after exploring the relics close by.

About the author 

Best Maya Tours is a reputable and reliable tour operator you can depend on to organize your Ek Balam private tour. Call them at +52 5544985184 to plan your tour schedule. 

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