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8 Architectural Platforms at Mayan Ruins in Coba, Mexico

An element of Mayan architecture is the platform. On their pyramids, a temple was typically built on the top platform where religious ceremonies were conducted. Palaces were built for nobles, their leaders and the socially elite. They often had a tall platform at their base like this one. Wooden and thatched homes were constructed outside of the core city on small stone foundations. It is estimated there are 20,000 residential platforms surrounding Coba.

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Architectural Platforms at Mayan Ruins in Coba, Mexico

Carretera Federal Tulum no. 307 Km. 47, 77793 Cobá, Q.R., Mexico

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