Near San
Cristobal de las Casas you’ll find one of the most important and
best-preserved Mayan archaeological zones.
Tonina – Located 109 km (68 mi) northwest of San Cristobal de las
Casas, off Highway 199. This archaeological zone lies on a hillside
of seven terraces, where you’ll see the main structures. Among the
most important edifices are: El Palacio de las Grecas (Palace of the
Fretworks), El Palacio de la Guerra (Palace of War), El Templo de
los Prisioneros (Temple of Prisoners) and El Templo del Espejo
Humeante (Temple of the Smoking Mirror). There’s also the Mural of
the Four Suns, an impressive stucco relief representing four
distinct eras of history. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to
5:00..
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