The Zona Arqueológica de Cholula, or the Archaeological Zone of Cholula, is a remarkable historical site located in Cholula, near Puebla, Mexico. It is home to the largest pyramid in the world in terms of volume, the Great Pyramid of Cholula, also known as Tlachihualtepetl.

The archaeological site covers a vast area and showcases the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, particularly the influence of the pre-Columbian city of Cholula. Exploring the site allows...

We were so excited to visit this pyramid considering its historical significance but we’re extremely disappointed to find that the tunnels were closed indefinitely due to the pandemic. The reason for the closure is that the tunnels have poor ventilation. We came way out of our way to visit and spent a lot of money on travel and accommodations, and now we are here in Cholula for more days than we know what to do with.

The fee was $90 MXN to walk around the perimeter of the exposed ruins....

Largest Pyramid of Cholula a Mesoamerican site in Mexico and before the Spanish conquest, a sacred city and important trading center. The Spanish Cortes called it the most beautiful city outside Spain, a human settlement for over 3000 years, the pyramid more than 2000 years old and largest in the world. Powerful Mexican cultures of the Olmecs, the Toltecs and later Aztecs, the founders of Cholula fled elsewhere, showing their invaders a clean pair of heels. Cholula had strong ties not...