The ruins lie about 44 km northwest of Tulum, so they're an easy day trip. 🚌 And yes, here it is — the tallest pyramid on the Yucatán Peninsula! It's called Nohoch Mul, and it soars to a full 42 meters. 🙆♂️ The view from the top is nothing but miles of green jungle stretching as far as the eye can see.
Besides that, I was also struck by the other ceremonial structures in the city, built during the Classic period of Maya civilization (250–900 AD). Today it all stands half-hidden among the trees, ever since the Maya abandoned the city after the Spanish arrived. 🐎
A little tip: set off early, before the heat wakes up, and don't forget water and a hat — the jungle offers shade, but the pyramid doesn't. 😅
