A Resplendent Getaway To Tikal Temples

Let us initially take a small peek into the very foundation of this world renowned city and as to when it was built.

As one reflects on the glorious past it is evident that the first of the settlers happened to approach Tikal in South America during the 10th century BC.

For all those nature lovers especially as you approach and fix your gaze at the precise time that the sun starts to set on one of the most picturesque sights of the jungle canopy at the Mayan ruin site, the sight is simply mesmerizing.

A bank of astronomical viewings as it is rightly described; the Tikal Temple ruins are also described as the most impressive Mayan ruins, aptly declared by the World Heritage Site by several travel bloggers, who opined that the same may be accredited as the Eighth Wonder of the World.

Guatemalas northern Petn is regarded famous for the towering Mayan temples that rise above jungles.

Each temple with a distinct feature that becomes enriching for a visitor who has had an once-in-a-lifetime exposure to natures blessings as if an embodiment of the very presence of the creator above with his miracles that can be witnessed in awe!. Its the best things to do in tikal.

So you descend upon this paradise-on-earth; you come across the Temple I and Temple II in the Great Plaza.

The saga as it goes on to explain does elaborate the fact that the Temple I which is named the Great Jaguar temple built for the 26th ruler of Tikal Jasaw Chan Kawiil houses either the remains after his burial being the tomb, which is uncertain though as the debate remains as to whether it was his burial tomb or was constructed for the purpose of his legendary rule.

Adorned for its architectural value the noteworthy part is the manner in which this step-pyramid has been magically created from small blocks of stone.

Not to let aside the mention that this architectural beauty was made possible when Tikal was at its height of glory!

Famously portrayed on picture postcards this Tikal Temple also happens to be 144 feet in height facing the west.

While one gets over with the reaction of the grandeur of Temple I the Masks Temple the Temple II stands proudly at 122 feet tall facing the east, known to be used by Jasaw Chan Kawiil, during his lifetime.

Housing the remains of the altars that leave tell-tale signs of the acoustically designed temple, it enabled the hearing of the high priests then, which is today demonstrated by the guides who clap their hands to demonstrate the same.

The echo of the clapping hands leave the listeners all inspired and starry eyed at the magnificence of the designers and the intellect used behind the designing and its multifaceted purposes.

The story goes on though mingled with facts and beliefs, after all certain realities get buried with the ones who held the reins!

Source: http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/A-Resplendent-Getaway-To-Tikal-Temples/4442379

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