Calakmul

[Steve O]

Calakmul is located in the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in the state of Campeche. Home to over 350 species of birds, other wildlife, and the largest population of jaguar in this part of the world. The turn off to the ruins is about an hour drive from Bacalar. It takes about another hour, down a two lane road that eventually turns into a winding one lane road, to reach the ruins. I can practically guarantee that you will be the only tourists there. It's reported to be the largest site in Mexico and also has the tallest structure in the Yucatan Penninsula. Lots of wildlife to be seen on the trip. To see all the areas takes a minimum of 4 hours. Lots of walking and no tour guides.



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Here is a wild Tepescuintle (Paca) running down a path. Many people sell roasted ones along Hwy. 307 between Felipe Carrillo and Limones.


http://usera.imagecave.com/fypons/STEVE469calkamulpacca.jpg


Must have seen a couple hundred wild turkeys on the way down.


http://usera.imagecave.com/fypons/STEVE473calakmulturkey.jpg


Chances of seeing howler or spider monkeys is about 90%.


http://usera.imagecave.com/fypons/STEVE489calakmulmonkey.jpg

[Steve O]

Some of the trees are very large.



http://usera.imagecave.com/fypons/STEVE472calakmultree.jpg


A few photos of the ruins. You can do a web search and find more.


http://usera.imagecave.com/fypons/STEVE475calakmulstele.jpg





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It's a beautiful site and should not be missed if you are in the area. It's a little bit out of the way but you will be glad you went.

[Gale in KY]

Steve..you make me want to book a flight and set out on a tour of all ruins in Yucatan! Awesome shots!