Xochicalco Ruins, Near Taxco (20 Dec 99)
Xochicalco ruins dominate the top of a hill near Cuernavaca in the state of Morelos. These ruins include elaborate carved façades that apparently indicate interaction with post-Teotihuacan cultures. In addition, references to the feathered serpent also indicate Mayan influence.
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Xochicalco pyramids (Used as theme) |
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Motorized trike with passengers on the road to Xochicalco |
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Unknown hacienda's courtyard |
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All eating lunch at an outdoor restaurant on the road to Xochicalco |
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Jack checking the menu |
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Jack, Sofia, Eigil, and Lis evaluating the cuisine |
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All preparing to continue after lunch towards the pyramids |
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Loaded truck on the road |
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View of the pyramids from the road |
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Sofia, Eigil, Vivi and Lis on the central plaza |
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Eigil, Daniel, Sofia, Vivi and Lis climbing a pyramid |
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Sofia and Eigil coming down a pyramid |
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Jack exploring the central Plaza |
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Vivi and Jeff exploring the eastern side of the pyramids |
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Jack exploring the western side of the pyramids |
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Jack and Sofia on top of a pyramid on the western side |
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Western side pyramid |
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Detailed carvings on pyramid |
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Jack deciphering the glyphs |
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Late afternoon view of the valley from Xochicalco |
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Southern view of the pyramids |
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Eigil inspecting the ant trails |
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Group portrait next to a pyramid |
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Ordering sodas for the road home |
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Cows on the road |
