Mayan architecture
Ancient pyramid structures
Mayan architecture refers to the building traditions of the ancient Maya civilization of Mesoamerica, spanning roughly 2000 BCE to the Spanish conquest.
Characterized by stepped pyramids, temples, palaces, and ball courts constructed from limestone, the style features corbeled arches, elaborate stone carvings, and roof combs—tall decorative extensions atop structures.
The ruins at Chichén Itzá showcase classic Mayan architecture.
- stuccoDecorative wall plaster
- templesHoly places or head sides
- observatoriesFacilities for celestial study
- limestoneCarbonate sedimentary rock
- pyramidsApex-topped geometric solids
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