Calakmul Structure II
Calakmul super pyramid Structure II
Late Classic·Maya·🇲🇽 Campeche (Calakmul Biosphere), Mexico
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About Calakmul Structure II
Massive Late Classic Maya pyramid Structure II at Calakmul (c.600 CE) 55 m high base 120×100 m, twin temples, burial of Yuknom Yich'aak K'ak. Well-preserved example of pyramid architecture with stratified deposits and temple platforms. Excavated and mapped with radiocarbon chronology and measured plans, representing key horizon marker.
Why it mattersKey pyramid of region with regional type-site.
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Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Chronology
Theories
- 01Ceremonial centre
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c.600 CE
- Period
- Late Classic
- Culture
- Maya
- Builders
- Local dynasty
- Purpose
- Ceremonial and settlement mound / pyramidal tomb and temple
- Excavation
- Partially excavated
c.2500 BCE
Initial construction / foundation
c.1500 BCE
Major refurbishment
1950
Modern survey
On the ground
Structures & features
18.1050° N · 89.8100° W · 250 m · 2 mapped features
Calakmul Structure II — Main platform/pyramid
pyramidCentral pyramid mound and summit temple
18.1055° N · 89.8095° WCalakmul Structure II — Secondary enclosure
enclosureAncillary wall and courtyard
18.1045° N · 89.8105° W