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Rest of a pennate pillar - warriors temple, Chichen Itza
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Rest of a pennate pillar - warriors temple, Chichen Itza
Rest of a pennate pillar of the Temple of Warriors at the Yucatec Maya site of Chichen Itza on the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. Date: circa 1910s
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This evocative photograph captures the rest of a pennate pillar, a remnant of the Temple of Warriors at the ancient Maya site of Chichen Itza located on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Dating back to the Toltec period, around the 11th and 12th centuries, the Temple of Warriors was a significant architectural and religious structure for the Mayan civilization. The pennate pillars, also known as feathered serpent columns, are adorned with intricate carvings of feathered serpents, fierce open mouths, and the bodies of warriors. These columns were believed to represent Kukulkan, the Mayan god of fertility, rain, and agriculture. The image showcases the intricate detail and craftsmanship of the stonework, with the open mouth of the serpent column appearing as if it is ready to devour or protect. The base of the pillar, now in a state of partial collapse, adds to the sense of history and the passage of time. The Temple of Warriors is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Maya civilization, showcasing their artistic, architectural, and religious achievements. Chichen Itza, meaning "at the mouth of the well of the Itza," was a pre-Columbian city that flourished from the 6th to the 13th centuries. It is now a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors from around the world to witness the wonders of the ancient Maya civilization.
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