Chichén Itzá is the best example of the migratory movements that occurred in Mesoamerica towards the Early Postclassic, since it brings together features of material culture from both the Mayan area and central Mexico, particularly of Toltec affiliation. In addition, Chichén Itzá was the capital of a large territory in the Yucatán peninsula, headed by the Mayapán league, from 987 to 1200 AD. C. The Chichén Itzá archaeological zone is famous worldwide for the play of light and shadow that occurs on each equinox on the steps of the pyramidal basement known as The Castle.
In this, the sun, as it rises above the horizon, illuminates the western alfarda of the basement, creating triangles of light and shadow that seem to descend to the snake’s head in the elevation of the alfarda. This event, achieved from the correct orientation and inclination of the basement planes, manifests the great level of astronomical and architectural knowledge that the Mayans possessed, and which has led to them being one of the most studied cultures and regions around these issues, in addition to the territorial political organization and the exploitation of resources. Chronology 525 to 1200 AD. C. Main chronological location: Early Postclassic 900 to 1200 AD. c.
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