Archaeological sites in Mérida

Mayan Archaeological Wonders

Mérida and its surroundings are built upon a foundation of ancient Mayan civilization, featuring sites that range from the Middle Preclassic period to the Postclassic era. This collection includes major astronomical landmarks like the Temple of the 7 Dolls at Dzibilchaltún, known for its solar alignments, and urban archaeological parks like Xoclan. Many of these ruins are uniquely situated within the grounds of colonial-era henequen haciendas, such as San Pedro Cholul and Chichí Suárez, showcasing the layered historical landscape of the Yucatán Peninsula.

Mayan Archaeological Wonders — Map

A

Komchén

A significant Preclassic Mayan site dating back to 1500 BC, featuring large stone platforms and evidence of an early salt trade center.

B

Xoclan

An archaeological park within Mérida's city limits containing several pre-Hispanic mounds and structures integrated into a public green space.

C

Temple of the 7 Dolls

The central structure of Dzibilchaltún, named for seven clay figures found inside. It is famous for a solar phenomenon during the spring and autumn equinoxes.

D

Estuctura maya en la exhacienda San Pedro Cholul

Remnants of a Mayan structure located within the historical grounds of the San Pedro Cholul henequen estate.

E

Sitio arqueológico Xamán Susulá

Archaeological remains of a Mayan settlement located in the western sector of Mérida.

F

Xamán-Susulá

Small pre-Hispanic ruins situated in the Xamán-Susulá area.

G

Xamán-Susulá

Archaeological site featuring the remains of ancient Mayan dwellings.

H

Hoboyná

The site of a former Mayan settlement characterized by several unexcavated mounds.

I

Dzonot Xanilá

Mayan ruins located near a natural sinkhole or cenote in the northern Mérida region.

J

Dzonot Xanilá

Ancient Mayan architectural remains situated near the Dzonot Xanilá area.

K

Dzonot Xanilá

Small archaeological site featuring pre-Hispanic stone structures.

L

Dzonot Xanilá

Remnants of ancient Mayan buildings located near local water sources.

M

Xcatmil

Archaeological site containing the ruins of a small pre-Hispanic settlement.

N

Xcatmil

Mayan ruins featuring stone platforms and residential remains.

O

Xcatmil

Ancient structures located in the Xcatmil region south of Mérida.

P

Estuctura maya en la exhacienda Chichí Suárez

A pre-Hispanic structure preserved on the grounds of one of the region's oldest haciendas, dating back to the 16th century.

Q

Kintunich

Small archaeological site featuring remnants of Mayan architecture.

R

Exhacienda San Pedro Cholul

Historical ruins of Mayan origin located on the San Pedro Cholul estate.

S

Exhacienda San Pedro Cholul

Ancient stone structures integrated into the landscape of a former henequen plantation.

T

Estuctura maya en la exhacienda San Pedro Cholul

Mayan archaeological remains found within the San Pedro Cholul hacienda grounds.

U

Komchén

An important early Mayan settlement featuring massive stone platforms that represent some of the earliest monumental architecture in the region.

V

Sabakalal

An archaeological site located north of Mérida containing several pre-Hispanic structures.

Other Lists

Mérida Must-Sees Historic Churches and Religious Sites Mérida's Parks and Recreation