One of the seven wonders of the world, Chichen Itza is a pre Columbian city from Mayan period
Located in the Yucatan state, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one day trip from Cancun. The city is one of the largest Mayan cities and is the most visited archaeological sites with more than a million tourists throughout the year, the centre of attraction being the pyramid El Castillo which used to be a place of worship. If you are planning to skip the beached of Cancun for a day and wish to explore the ruins of one of the greatest civilizations of the planet, your trip will be definitely worth it.