21. Chacchoben, Mexico

In the language of the Mayans, this is known as “the place of red corn.” It can be found less than 100 miles out of Tulum in the state of Quintana Roo. The ruins of this relatively small site harken back to 700 AD. Stroll the walking path into the surrounding jungle but first check out all the pyramids, staircases, and walls here.  

 

22. Calakmul, Mexico

ancient ruins

Travel deep into the heart of the Mexican jungle in the state of Campeche. It is here, less than 22 miles from the border of Guatemala, you will find a rich, expansive, eight-square-mile archeological site known as Calakmul. Explore the 6,750 structures that include monuments, pyramids, and tombs. Don’t miss the impressive pyramid, Structure 2, too. This city dates back to about 500 BC.

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