MexicGo Archaeological site in Veracruz, Mexico by Location: Castillo Teayo
Cuyuxquihui | Las Higueras | Cempoala | Tres Zapotes | San Lorenzo Tenochtitlan | El Tajin | Cuajilote | Castillo Teayo | Quiahuiztlan | Vega la Pena
Castillo Teayo, Mexico
Archaeological Zone - Castillo Teayo - Mexico
Information
In the paintings of Tuxpan it is represented Teayotlán glyph. Etymologically it comes from huasteco Teayo, teayoc, meaning "turtle stone." Cultural Importance is one of the most important sites in the Gulf Coast because of the cultural diversity that is reflected in its material remains. Named for the presence of a structure or pyramidal base formed by three bodies that end in a top platform on which a temple was built. Although apparently the origin of this foundation is given in the Early Preclassic, its architectural style is reminiscent cultural traditions Huastecas and Mexica. On the other hand, the sculpture has strong Mayan and Toltec influences. Chronology: 900-1521 d. C. Location main chronological: Late Postclassic 1200-1521 d.
Must Know
Schedule Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 to 17:00 hours.

Veracruz INAH Center 01 (229) 9 34 42 08 9 34 52 82 99 81.
Get There
You will get to Poza Rica, and then continue on Highway No. 130, until you reach the turnoff to Zapotalillo. It continues to the village of Castle Teayo, where the archaeological site. Visitors can reach the site by public transport.

Translate

Pinterest

      MexicGo
Trusted Site Seal
MexicGo © 2024