{"id":114,"date":"2020-03-18T14:05:42","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T14:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mayaland.com\/blog\/?p=114"},"modified":"2020-03-18T14:05:43","modified_gmt":"2020-03-18T14:05:43","slug":"governors-palace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mayaland.com\/blog\/governors-palace","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About the Governor\u2019s Palace in Uxmal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The ancient Mayan pyramids of Uxmal are some of the most critical pre-Columbian structures in the world. Out of all the pyramids that were recovered from the jungle, the Uxmal pyramids were, by far, found in the best condition. <strong>Governor\u2019s Palace in Uxmal<\/strong> is a gleaming example of stunning Mayan architecture. Discover it during your next visit to the Yucat\u00e1n!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need to Know About the Governor\u2019s Palace in Uxmal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Governor\u2019s Palace, or \u201cPalacio del Gobernador,\u201d is one of Mexico\u2019s most prized ancient findings. The three-part, Puuc-style pyramid was found in pristine condition along with its surrounding city. We have everything you need to know about exploring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/place\/Uxmal#ref633380\">Governor\u2019s Palace<\/a> and the ancient city of Uxmal during your next visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The City\u2019s Importance<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Uxmal literally means \u201cbuilt three times.\u201d The city\u2019s name represents the past, present, and future and represents the stories of the ancient Mayans. The city was one of the few that survived the fall of the Mayan kingdom during 900 AD.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Governor\u2019s Palace was built as a shrine to the Gods and held the House of the Turtles and several sculptures representing Chaac, the God of Rain. The Palace was recently found to be used for harvesting a number of medicinal plants. And the entrance is perfectly aligned with Venus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>History<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Uxmal was home to about 20,000 Mayans. While buildings like the Nunnery Quadrangle were used for commoners to socialize, the Governor\u2019s Palace was decorated in ornate mosaics deeming it a sacred place. It is accessed by three separate stairways and capped off with an expansive terrace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Surrounding Pyramids<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The stories of the surrounding pyramids are just as exciting as the tales of the Governor\u2019s Palace. The towering Pyramid of the Magician was said to built overnight by an enchanted dwarf who then became the city\u2019s ruler.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most exciting opportunities when visiting Uxmal is climbing to the top of the ancient steps. Most of the area\u2019s ancient ruins are off-limits to climbing or walking on, so if you\u2019re looking for an authentic experience, Uxmal should make your list.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See It All From The Lodge at Uxmal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Skip the tour bus when you stay at the footsteps of the Governor\u2019s Palace at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayaland.com\/en\/hotels\/uxmal\/the-lodge-at-uxmal\">The Lodge at Uxmal<\/a>. Stay like kings and queens in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayaland.com\/en\/hotels\/uxmal\/the-lodge-at-uxmal\">Royal Mayan Bungalow Suite<\/a>. Enjoy two double beds, a private veranda, hand-tiled ceramic, a minibar, and views of the pyramid. Don\u2019t waste time booking third party hotels, transportation, and tours\u2014we have it all right here at Mayaland!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>See the Governor\u2019s Palace during the day and get your ticket to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayaland.com\/en\/search\/experiences\/archaeological-sites\">Uxmal Sound and Light Show<\/a> at night! Experience the history of Uxmal through technicolor lights! We can\u2019t wait to show you around our piece of Mayan paradise!  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The ancient Mayan pyramids of Uxmal are some of the most critical pre-Columbian structures in the world. Out of all the pyramids that were recovered from the jungle, the Uxmal pyramids were, by far, found in the best condition. Governor\u2019s Palace in Uxmal is a gleaming example of stunning Mayan architecture. 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