The Great Jaguar Tikal
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Tikal Temple I is the designation given to one of the major structures at Tikal, one of the largest cities and archaeological sites of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization in Mesoamerica. It is located in the Petén Basin region of northern Guatemala.
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Tikal Temple I is the designation given to one of the major structures at Tikal, one of the largest cities and archaeological sites of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization in Mesoamerica. It is located in the Petén Basin region of northern Guatemala.
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Easy to say that this is a life changing experience. Getting into the park the bus dropped us off in an area with guides waiting to offer us tours. We chose to go on a 4 hour guided tour and it was the perfect amount of time. Paved roads connect the different sites while the guide tells you extremely interesting facts about all the wild life, Flora and fauna and of course the Mayan temples and pyramids. On the larger pyramids that you're allowed to climb there are wooden staircases making it easier to scale. It isn't difficult, but it is a lot of walking. For example, an older woman on the heavier side was able to do do almost everything but had to choose not to climb some of the larger sites. She stayed with the guide and got extra info about the sites. Between the sites there are bathrooms and pavilions that offer drinks like juices, Gatorade, water and even beer. There are also a few different restaurants that you can get food from and that offer snacks that are easy to take with you. A few people in our group even arranged to have a meal waiting for them at the end of the tour. All of this without mentioning that standing amidst the ancient structures left me completely in awe. Would give 10 stars if possible.
BadLuck FPV “Stevie”BadLuck FPV “Stevie”
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The Great Jaguar is definitely one of the most beautiful and interesting Pyramids in Tikal, even when there is cold or hot weather walking around these Pyramids will make you feel you are being part of the Mayan civilization. Unfortunately, we can not climb them anymore since many people didn't take care and most of them were falling from it and because of your safety you can only walk around and take photos, paying for a guider will worth it, wether it is in English or Spanish. Interesting stories are waiting for you.
Melvin LeónMelvin León
20
There is only one word that describes this temple, iconic. A fully restored funerary pyramid of king Jasaw Chan K'awil, it flanks the eastern side of the Great Plaza. Great views of the monument can be had from the Northern Acropolis as well as from Temple II, it can also be viewed from the east plaza and the palace. Its roof comb is visible from every major pyramid in the city as it rises to 154 feet, that's more than time and a half the height of El Castillo at Chichen Itza. Awesome.
Bobby CBobby C
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La pirámide Gran Jaguar está situada en la gran Plaza Central de la ciudad de Tikal, en Flores, Petén. Es también conocido como el Templo I, uno de varios en el parque con un legado histórico proveniente de la civilización maya. Historia del Gran Jaguar Durante el período de 682 y 733 d. C., en el Clásico Tardío, gobernó en Tikal el Gobernante A, descifrado como Hasaw Chan Kawil. Durante dicha época, se realizaron construcciones importantes para la ciudad. Se edificaron las Pirámides Gemelas, los cinco pisos de palacios de la Acrópolis Central y los Templos I y II. El Gran Jaguar específicamente fue construido aproximadamente en el año 700 d. C. Cuando el Gobernante A murió, se colocó su tumba en aquel imponente templo. Este servía como un lugar ceremonial y ritual, considerando la puerta al inframundo. Se sabe que lo que se encontró dentro de dicha construcción fueron los bienes del antiguo líder, así como sus restos. Esto incluía objetos de jade, piezas de hueso grabadas, perlas, espinas de pez, entre otras cosas.
Danni PortilloDanni Portillo
10
El Templo I, conocido como el Templo del Gran Jaguar, es sin duda el ícono más fotogénico de Tikal. Con sus 47 metros de altura, domina la Gran Plaza y fue construido como el mausoleo del rey Jasaw Chan K’awiil I, alrededor del año 734 d.C. Su imponente fachada y su crestería sobresaliente le otorgan una silueta majestuosa que puedes divisar desde casi cualquier parte del sitio arqueológico. Nosotros éramos un grupo de 159 personas y, como no podía ser de otra manera, nuestro fotógrafo eligió este lugar para la foto conmemorativa, por ser el más icónico y fotográfico del parque. Es el escenario perfecto para una foto grupal, aunque con tanta gente, conseguir que todos salgan bien es otro desafío. El Gran Jaguar debe su nombre a una talla de este animal en su dintel, que simboliza el poder y la realeza. Pararse frente a este coloso es como viajar en el tiempo y sentir la grandeza de la civilización maya en todo su esplendor.
Jesús Cubillo (Arronis)Jesús Cubillo (Arronis)
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VIEWSSSS!!! I suggest take walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and LOTS OF SUNBLOCK. The sun is really strong and it can get real hot. They do have little shops in there just in case you forget. The guides are very knowledgable and will answer any question you have. People who visit Guatemala has to go to Tikal!
Paula MaldonadoPaula Maldonado
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