![Mayan Ruins of Palenque Chiapas | Whizzed Net Mayan ruins of Palenque archaeology](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Palenque-Archaeology-768x512.jpg)
The Mayan ruins of Palenque are situated in the lush jungles of Chiapas, Mexico, and are a testament to the incredible achievements of the ancient Maya civilization. Palenque thrived during the Classic Period of Mayan history, with its peak of influence occurring between the 6th and 7th centuries AD. The city was carefully planned and constructed, with grand temples, palaces, and other structures that showcase the Mayans' advanced understanding of architecture and engineering. The Temple of the Inscriptions, one of the most famous structures in Palenque, contains a hidden tomb within that is believed to belong to the renowned Mayan ruler Pakal the Great. The Palace is another notable edifice that displays intricate artwork and a well-thought-out design, with a central courtyard surrounded by numerous chambers and corridors. These chambers exhibit detailed carvings and inscriptions, offering insights into the history, mythology, and daily life of the Maya.
![Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan | Whizzed Net Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan, Mexico](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Pyramid-Teotihuacan-768x512.jpg)
The pre-Hispanic city of Teotihuacan, nestled in a sub-valley of the Valley of Mexico, specifically in the State of Mexico, is a captivating testament to ancient Mesoamerican civilization. This remarkable site was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Its history stretches back to around 400 B.C., and it rose to become the region's most influential city by 400 A.D. Despite its significance, the enigmatic origins, history, and culture of Teotihuacan continue to baffle historians. Notably, when the Aztecs encountered the city in the 1400s, they named it Teotihuacan, signifying "the place where the gods were created." By this time, however, the city had been abandoned for many centuries. Teotihuacan's architectural layout adheres to a meticulously designed grid covering approximately 8 square miles. It comprises over 2,000 single-story apartment compounds and features a diverse array of pyramids, plazas, temples, and noble and priestly residences. Here are some historical facts about Teotihuacan:
![Monte Alban Mexico | Whizzed Net Tomb #104 Image on Monte Alban Tour Facts](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Monte-Alban-Tomb-104-768x512.jpg)
Monte Alban Mexico Tour and Facts: How to make the most of your trip. The on-site museum is near the entrance and has a lot of things found around the grounds.
![Monte Alban Oaxaca | Whizzed Net Monte Alban image of Mixtec artifacts](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Mixtec-Artifacts-768x960.jpg)
Monte Alban, cut out of the mountain, symbolizes a sacred topography inhabited by Olmecs, Zapotecs, and Mixtecs for 1,500 years, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
![Gulf of California | Whizzed Net El Arco de Cabo, Gulf of California](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/El-Arco-de-Cabo-768x512.jpg)
Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a large inlet of the eastern Pacific Ocean along the northwestern coast of Mexico.
![El Tajin Veracruz | Whizzed Net Head Sculpture image of El Tajin, Mexico](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Head-Sculpture-El-Tajin-768x614.jpg)
El Tajin, Veracruz, was named after the Totonac rain god and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992 for its cultural and architectural significance.
![Zacatecas Mexico | Whizzed Net Mina El Eden image of Zacatecas, Mexico](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Mina-El-Eden-768x472.jpg)
Zacatecas shows how money was made at a terrible cost. Mexican indigenous slaves mined silver, gold, iron, copper, and zinc in terrible conditions.
![Puebla Mexico | Whizzed Net Cholula Puebla Pyramid](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Cholula-Puebla-Pyramid-768x505.jpg)
Puebla is east of Mexico City. Colonial architecture, pottery, and cooking date back centuries. Many buildings use the area's painted Talavera tiles.
![Puebla Historic Centre | Whizzed Net Popocatepetl Volcano Mexico, Cholula Puebla](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Popocatepetl-Volcano-Mexico-768x402.jpg)
Puebla was founded in 1531. It's about 100 km east of Mexico City, near the base of the Popocatepetl volcano. It was a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
![Palacio de Bellas Artes | Whizzed Net Palacio de Bellas Artes Murals](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Palacio-de-Bellas-Artes-Murals-768x503.jpg)
Palacio de Bellas Artes, Mexico City was built between 1904 and 1934. A big theater, a music hall, the Palace of Fine Arts Museum, and the National Museum of Architecture are all inside the palace
![Mexico City Xochimilco | Whizzed Net Palacio de Bellas Artes, Historic Centre of Mexico City and Xochimilco](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/El-Palacio-de-Bellas-Artes-768x516.jpg)
Mexico City was built by the Spanish on Tenochtitlan ruins and Historic center of Mexico City and Xochimilco were declared UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
![Morelia Michoacan Mexico | Whizzed Net Morelia Cathedral, Michoacan, Mexico](https://www.whizzed.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Morelia-Cathedral-768x513.jpg)
Morelia is in Michoacan, Mexico. The city is between the Chiquito and Grande rivers on the Central Plateau. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991.