Chichén Itzá: OVERRATED or MUST SEE!? 🇲🇽

[@kinetickennons]

What is the most colorful town or place you have visited?

[@antoniouribe3188]

Puebla and Guanajuato

[@imfamemitotero7171]

Que el todo poderoso me los vendiga God bless you beautiful people

[@luisalonsoa.marquez889]

Oaxaca! El pueblo de Arrazola donde hacen los Alebrijes más hermosos!!

[@Wachim426]

Izamal

[@JaM-nc6rt]

Guanajuato,Tasco , Puebla, Ajijic , Pátzcuaro , Janitzio , Huatulco , Tolantongo, Huasteca potosina and Cascadas de agua azul ,

[@irenecohen332]

My son had studied about the Mayans in middle school and then we got to visit Chichen Itza on the Spring Equinox with thousands of Mayans and Mexicans. We watched the “snake” on the steps. Unforgettable!

[@alexanderekman3637]

Irene Cohen saludos desde Yucatán.

[@kinetickennons]

I bet that is something you will never forget! I heard it is incredible!

[@RodrigoSahagun]

But besides of the snake are other interesting things regarding that pyramid for example is a kind of calendar, is related with the stars and the planet venus, etc. I'm mexican and I consider that pyramid as the best we have in Mexico is a pyramid constructed by wise people.

[@ricardo_cn]

@@RodrigoSahagun Well said!

[@anabelharos643]

Xólotl Mēxihcah. Ni al caso q le hables asi al Sr. Rodrigo. Tiene algunas fallas pero a quien le importa. Creo q toda la gente en este canal entiende q algunos hablan mejor el ingles y otros el español.

[@HeidyLucely]

Overrated? Of course not, it is a must. The importance of Chichén Itzá and all the mayan ruins is to understand that the Mayas were a great civilization with a huge acknowledgement. We are lucky to be able to admired them. It does not diminish importance if there are or not thousands of tourists. The persons who sell handicrafts in that areas are mayan artisans authorised

[@kinetickennons]

The historical importance of the site can't be questioned 😃 I personally think it is MUST SEE. That said- I think if you are on a 4 day vacation and you don't care about history- maybe it's not for you.

[@pvs092]

No. It's overrated even for México It's no its best archaeological site

[@noelrdhawaii]

@@pvs092 I think your overrated.

[@pvs092]

Si...es lo malo de los mexicanos. Tienen que escuchar solo halagos o que es bueno, sí no ladran [Soy hidalguense...mexicano, pues]

[@noelrdhawaii]

@@pvs092 Yo tambien soy Mexicano de Nayarit pero tampoco no me ofendo por pendejadas.

[@sonorapro]

Ya que Ustedes ya estan hablando Castellano muy bien, voy a hacer mi comentario asi en este idioma. Las raices de La Cultura Mesoamericana en La Cultura Mexicana es muy extensa, compleja y diversa. Mexico (aun con su fama de Pais turistico), no tiene la publicidad de los medios y de Hollywood que podrian tener otros lugares como La Torre Eiffel o Las Piramides de Egipto, etc. Hay que hacer un poco de tarea y tomar un guia que te explique ahi mismo los significados de cada cosa que vez, o bien, ver algun video referente a la evolucion de la Historia que dio origen a todas las Culturas Mesoamericanas en Mexico y en especial de ese lugar. Tratar de visitar esos lugares sin informacion no creo que tenga mucho sentido, si antes no sabes un carajo a donde vas. Muchos turistas, esperan el factor visual inmediato y eso es valido. La unica forma de apreciar y disfrutar la Historia es conociendola. No importa si esta, no es del lugar o Pais donde naciste. Es la Historia del ser humano lo que seguramente tendra similitudes o no, a la Historia de tu casa. Ese es el maravilloso efecto de viajar, el de explorar otras Culturas e Historias. Eso es lo que viajar te enriquece. Saludos.

[@simigtez225]

excelente comentario ..mi buen Fer...saludos.!

[@sophiecitron3107]

CHICHEN ITZA it is very visited because it is one of the seven wonders of the world.

[@shiroumxm2052]

O come on, "overrated" you are not talking about a disneyland atraction or a music band, this is history and ancient culture, anyway nice vid and really nice shots!! :)

[@kinetickennons]

well we said or MUST SEE- so don't forget about that 😉

[@thee_calamity]

Edson R. I agree

[@ttecano67]

Totally agree with Edson..what you see in Chichen you cant see it ANYWHERE in the world.

[@mariochavez814]

Yup u right edson!

[@LAFan]

What's with all the snarky comments regarding Disneyland. We are proud of Disneyland here in SoCal. :)

[@EnigmateotlBlogspot1955]

Kinetic Kennons.. Ok, guys, if some archaeological sites in Mexico are restored, but this has not been done at random, but based on deep studies carried out by archaeologists, anthropologists, astronomers, and historians. For two reasons .. Preserve in the best way these ancient monuments, and give the sense of what they really represent, based on the knowledge we have of ancient peoples, and not giving way to people's fantasy or speculations.. Have a good day friends ..

[@SARGENTO007A]

The answer is easy. It is a must see.

[@RodrigoSahagun]

But learn about the place before make a fool of yourself.

[@dougrock8519]

I enjoyed your video and get your points but slightly disagree with you. I found Chichen Itza far more interesting than the ruins in Tulum (great location by the sea but pretty underwhelming) and although the vendors DO drive everyone all nuts, if you're interested in a souvenir, surprisingly the prices for the skulls, jewelry, etc. are actually way cheaper than the prices you'd find for the exact same items in Playa Del Carmen, Tulum, and Cancun. I did a price comparison as I lived in the Yucatan for four years and visited this site about five times and bought four ceramic skulls at Chichen Itza for about a 300 peso discount. I believe that the reason for this is that the souvenirs are produced in this region. I also enjoyed the lay-out of this site and never got tired of the marvel that's El Castillo. Ek Balam and Coba are worth a visit too.. Cheers!

[@kinetickennons]

we really appreciate your thoughts and viewpoints, Doug! Despite the sensational title I don't think it's overrated- and I think you really can't go wrong when it comes to ruins in Mexico. Each one has something incredible unique to offer.

[@gusale2653]

Ive been there and it as just amaizing the perfection the mayans built these pyramids. So i believe just to mention the word. Overrrated, is wrong. Sorry but youll not find anything similar on the world. Im little bit dissaponted as you spend most of te video time taking about the tourist and vendirs rather than get to know and show, all the amazing costructions inside the park, Keep enjoying my country

[@kinetickennons]

That's why we included "or MUST SEE"

[@lyndapoysor5573]

Egyptian pyramids claim 5,000 yrs in age but I have not been there yet.

[@logalet17]

Exactly!

[@pepegemik]

@@kinetickennons Hillary and Greg that's the mistake many people see about, it shouldn't be any doubt or questioning. Chichén Itzá IS A MUST SEE PLACE. Saludos

[@patricialaureles9475]

I think if you are already there, spent money to go to Yucatan, it's totally worth the visit to one of the seven wonders of the world. My teenager daughter was very impressed for advanced Mayan culture and their sites. I just recomend to go the earliest possible and take a good umbrella if the tour guide doesn't provide it. I wonder if you visited the observatory, it's beautiful.

[@kinetickennons]

Agreed. Once you are this close to the site it's hard NOT to go! It's really unlike anything else you will see in Mexico- even amongst other ruins.

[@mariaarroyos9723]

It is like going to Egypt and not seeing their pyramids.

[@tupapi8256]

Is it worth it to go see one of the WONDERS OF THE WORLD? To see what one of the greatest civilizations of the old world accomplished architecturally, mathematically, astronomically, all while maintaining the balance of the eco system? I think the answer is obvious. First bad video but I still like you guys.

[@RodrigoSahagun]

Of course it's worthy man, because you are in a wonderful place and if the people want to understand Chichen Itza must first read about the greatness of the site, for example the pyramid of Kukulkan or the feathered serpent is a masterpiece of the human intelligence because is like an astronomical calendar, is also the mayan cosmogony summarized in those stones and in regard with what you say about the restoration Please google pictures of Chichen Itza before the restoration and then you will realize that you are telling lies about the place because the restorers only rearranged the stones which are the originals and are not fake, on the other hand the archaeologists and the restorers leave parts unrestored so that the people can see how the place was found the same occured in Teotihuacan and in all the archaeological sites in Mexico..

[@bill7868]

Yeah, I've been there, twice. Yeah, it's hot. Yes there are too many peddlers, but it is the most amazing thing I have seen in my lifetime. You don't seem to go into enough detail about some of the particular sites you visit (Zacatecas too) Why were people clapping? You didn't even touch on the cenotes around the place and what was their significance? Is there a secret lake below the pyramid? Were there human sacrifices? I do enjoy your videos. They are very inspiring, but you seem to have significantly missed on this one.

[@kinetickennons]

I can't really disagree with you there, Bill. We honestly felt the same about our experience. We missed a ton on our tour, didn't get to see quite a bit of the site, and we literally heard two or three stories about several of the questions you raised.

[@ttecano67]

Agree !!!

[@alfonsoherrera5120]

Agree 100%

[@lebastar]

I don´t think mayans had human sacrifices. Aztecs on the other hand...

[@Androsferum]

you should have done the magical mistery tour, not the common touristee tour, big mistake, there's a damn lot of things to know and see beyond the turistic shit they sell for everyone

[@mark-briansonna7670]

Seems to me you got a lousy tour. I've been there and it looks like you only visited a small portion of the citadel. Besides the "castle" (the main pyramid) and the ball court, and altars you showed us in the video, there is a myriad of other stunning buildings like the observatory, the governmental palace, the cenote, the priests living quarters, etc., etc., etc. I spent an entire day there from early morning to sundown and felt like I had only visited 1/2 the citadel. I kept hoping to see all those fabulous locations in your video and was disappointed they weren't included. It seems like you really only saw a very small part of the site, which makes me think it was your tour that cheated you out of the grandeur of the place. Regarding the restoration: It is so meticulously done. It's an enormous jigsaw puzzle. It isn't like they are replacing the rocks/stones/carvings with new ones, they find the stones and then they have to figure out where they go. They replace a minimal amount with new stones. If it was restored with too much new material it wouldn't be a UNESCO heritage site. They actually are simply putting the stones that have fallen over back where they belonged. THAT is the reason that Chichen is so amazing because it is such a complete archeological record of a citadel. That is why it is one of the 7 wonders of the world. You really didn't realize it but what you saw is pretty much how it looked over a millenia ago. The reason Tulum looks the way it does is because lots of the original stone was taken from the site and re-purposed, whereas Chichen thankfully didn't suffer the same fate. It was visiting Chichen that was part of the reason I got inspired to get a degree in Anthropology (that and Palenque where I met an archaeologist who was helping put one of the pyramids back together and explained the painstaking process and used the puzzle analogy of "do you want to see the pieces of the puzzle or what the final image of the puzzle loos like?").

[@mark-briansonna7670]

Correction: Stones were taken from Chichen Itza, but not to the degree as other sites.

[@jenamann3484]

I totally agree with your statements! They missed a major portion of the site. I was very disappointed with their takeaway of this very important site. I have visited this site three different times over the last 20 years and am likely to visit more times in the future. YES it is touristy, YES there are annoying trinket vendors. Look past the surface and feel with your heart the life within this site. Most meaningful for me on my visit was the Observatory (amazing building and amazing astronomical studies) and the view from the top of the pyramid showing the imprints former roadway systems. I say Yes to Visiting this site and as many others as you are able to incorporate when you travel in Mexico.

[@daisyarevalo8525]

I agree too, I felt they didn’t really see the whole thing,I went about three years ago and we spent hours just wondering around after we were done with out guide.

[@preciado691]

You must have in consideration that the Spaniards made a mission to destroy every trace of the pre Hispanic cultures. I lived in Temax (I am an MD) and the locals told how even themselves took stones to build their houses. The Cathedral in Mérida and México were built using the stones of Aztecs and Mayas temples. That’s why El Templo Mayor in Mexico is besides the Cathedral.

[@tobbyglez]

Queridos amigos; saben que soy un fiel seguidor de sus videos. Pero estoy en desacuerdo con este título, me parece que demerita este centro arqueológico de esta gran civilización. Para nada está sobre valorado este lugar, ya que en él se puede constatar en estos tiempos, el gran conocimiento de la civilización Maya sobre las matemáticas, la arquitectura, pero sobre todo la astronomía. Entonces por supuesto que vale muchísimo la pena visitar y quedarse maravillado por el conocimiento, y otro tanto por las estructuras que son magníficas. Un saludo... y si estan tratando de poner esos títulos para llamar la atención y vistas pues se entiende, pero definitivamente Chichén Itzá es un lugar que se gana el puesto por mucho, en la lista de las Nuevas Maravillas del mundo. P.D. El dislike es mio.

[@thee_calamity]

tobbyglez estoy de acuerdo con tigo. No me gusta cuando usan esos titulos para ganar “likes.”

[@mariaarroyos9723]

Me parece muy mal asociar a los vendedores con lo que representa, la historia de este lugar.

[@enriquej8047]

@@RodrigoSahagunde acuerdo

[@cleofascalderon5560]

!Bien dicho! Estoy de acuerdo con tu opinion; el Castillo es un calendario en si mismo. !Claro que si vale la pena visitar Chichen Itza.

[@juanrubio9270]

Creo que ellos solo están enfocando en lo turístico que es chichen itza dejando a un lado el gran valor histórico que tuvo la civilización Maya

[@kinetickennons]

Sorry for the super late upload. wifi struggles lol

[@edithr1200]

Eso pensé😊👍

[@trasavasquez2897]

Worth the wait

[@ceciliaortiz7032]

ESTA BIEN MIENTAS NO DEJEN DE SUBIR VIDIOS 😎👸

[@Miguel-he7bj]

Kinetic Kennons Overrated??? WTF??? Kinectic Kennons, you're overated!!!!!

[@Miguel-he7bj]

Kinetic Kennons ...also, it's astronomy, not astrology. Big distinction.

[@JavierSoriano1]

YES, it is worth it! I visited Chichén Itzá and it is an amazing place.

[@berlinerrose]

I just read a bunch of previous posts here and all I can say is that you two have spoiled yourselves rotten. You are learning Spanish, have gone native, eating the food, living close to the ground and really experiencing that 'native ' part of Mexico, a Mexico that all too few Americans can even begin to comprehend. Now you run into a touristy site (much like what is found all over Europe) and you fall into this odd 'philosophical' mood. Of course, it is worth every damn minute. Don't let the touristy shtick spoil it for you.

[@kinetickennons]

Mexico really has spoiled us! We definitely didn't let that ruin it for us- but we just know that for some- that tourism makes it something to consider. Just like CDMX. To us the craziness makes it THE place to be. For others it makes it THE place to stay away from haha.

[@LAFan]

@@kinetickennons You can't beat the craziness of CDMX or how I grew up knowing it, Distrito Federal. Love it!

[@donnakano282]

Granted we were there in 2001, while diving off Cozumel, but we really did enjoy learning about the site and its history. If someone enjoys going to a foreign country, staying in an all inclusive resort and never stepping outside to experience the culture, they probably wouldn't appreciate it, but anyone interested in other cultures would probably love it, despite the crowds.

[@GrantMcWilliams]

I've gone to Chichen Itza afternoon and didn't care for it. I've arrived when the doors opened and enjoyed it. My significant other didn't want to go because it's over touristed but was pleasantly surprised by it, but then then we got there as they opened the doors. Also most of the tourist hang around the main pyramid and the ball court. I see this stuff first when it's cool outside and then head back behind the temple of the thousand columns or go to El Caracol. Having said that though, when we have friends from out of town come we go to Uxmal, Kabah, Mayapan and others on the Ruta Puuc. My favorite thing to do is sit on the north side of the Casa de Tortugas at Uxmal in the shade (afternoon) and look out over the city and ponder what it was like. Tourists don't even bother with that 5 ft wide strip of grass. Also in the Nunnery Quadrangle in the NE corner building there's the last known written Mayan date in the peak of the building. Finding it is a chore but I haven't found a guide yet that knew it was there. Stuff like that is far more enjoyable than Chichen Itza. Not going to Chichen Itza though is like going to Paris and never seeing that antennae thing.

[@RodrigoSahagun]

Congrats my friend you are really intelligent and if you come to Mexico City visit Tula an archeological site in the state of Hidalgo who influenced Chichen Itza in the the toltec-maya architecture.

[@GrantMcWilliams]

@@RodrigoSahagun I went to Tula several years ago. It is important historically but not as impressive to experience. The warrior statues were pretty neat though. The Palace of 1000 columns in Chichen Itza remind me of Tula.

[@kinetickennons]

Hopefully we were able to present a fair and respectful analysis of the pros and cons of going to Chichén Itzá. We love Mexico and learning about the incredible history of this country. If somebody was visiting the Yucatán for 4 days- would you recommend they go? How about a 7 day trip?

[@SD-gm4iy]

My brother visited and wasn't pleased but I want to go

[@GrantMcWilliams]

Thank you. If everything is presented as wonderful than your opinion wouldn't be worth anything... Keep it up.

[@saraj4009]

See my other comment. There are other sites nearby that are authentic. And pebbles mark if a stone is newly laid or original.

[@firm1z]

I think going to tour of Mayan village and seeing how modern Mayans live is better than going to a super busy site like that.

[@ND-hg6ui]

Even my teens were beyond excited in chi Chen Ixtla. However we went there in February and it is not that hot.

[@alroyce3801]

Even the tittle is offensive. Guys, you sound like the restoration that was done was so great but in reality you don't know. The ruins at Tulum are the way they are because the site is next to the coast all the wind from the sea, all the breeze and all the natural disasters like hurricanes and storms have impacted the Tulum site enormously. Chichén itza is right in the middle of the peninsula. You can not compare the two sites.

[@kinetickennons]

I'm sorry you find the title offensive, Al. It is sensational- I will agree to that for sure.

[@alroyce3801]

Kinetic Kennons, I agree with you that the people selling stuff bothers everyone. Believe me I hate it too. The government should do something about it. Yes, I also agree that they are too many tourists. However, an important site like Chichén itza is a must see and if you have questions on how extensive the restoration was reach out to the anthropology and history national institute this institute will be able to tell you the conditions in which Chichén itza was rediscovered and what was restored and to what extent.

[@ramonhernandez2421]

For somebody who is not well versed in math and astronomy and doesnt understand how complex was to construct such a great pyramid when telescopes didn't exist; probably this magnificent site would be underrated.

[@ramonhernandez2421]

Sorry guys . I meant overrated.

[@gilc4512]

It's well worth the visit. The Mayan civilization predates the Aztecs. Both civilizations built their temples without the benefit of beasts of burden (no horses or oxen), without wheeled carts, and without the benefit of metal tools (stone chisels only.). When viewed in that context their cities are quite amazing. The Maya had also discovered the concept of zero, which only the Indians (the real ones from India) had also discovered. The Mayans were also skilled astronomers. The best thing is we get chocolate, vanilla, and avocados from the Maya and Aztecs.

[@lsanchezcarenzo]

For me it was a little dissapointing that you only showed the central plaza of the site. As you said at the begining of your video it was a large city. What happened to the Observatory, the Cenote de los Sacrificios, the Thousand Columns pyramid, and other constructions in the site that are amazing and not that much reconstructed as El Castillo? I'm a fan of your positive look and love to my beloved country and I thank you guys for talking and showing the greatness of it. For myself, Chichen Itza, Coba, Uxmal, Tulum are beautiful sites. I would just ask you to show a little bit more open scenery of your visits. Once again, thank you for showing the world that Mexico is Mágico.

[@jowr5572]

Dale unsubscribe. Por fin mostraron sus verdaderos colores

[@nitniuq69]

Cuando visiten la zona arquelógica de Calakmul en Campeche, tendrán una idea de como se encontraba Chichen-itza cuando fue redescubierta por los arqueólogos. En Calakmul decidieron respetar el estado en que encontraron las pirámides, cubiertas de hierba, piedra y lodo para poder observar como se mimetizaron esas dos obras, la del hombre y la de la naturaleza en un paisaje maravilloso, hasta se puede uno subir a varias de esas construcciones y convivir con la fauna que ahí habita; y agradeces que no maquillaran este sitio como otras zonas arqueológicas de México. Aún así, no siempre se puede conocer una de las siete actuales maravillas del mundo.

[@adrianalillysosaflores4346]

It is a must. For its importance in Mayan history. Like Uxmal, Bonanpack, Coba, Tikal, Edzna, Palenque. Tonina, Ek Balam and Calakmul. However, to much People go there compare with the other Mayan arqueológical sites.

[@rebecac6937]

As a mexican the title makes me feel really ofended. This is an anciet, beatiful and historial place, and part of our country history. This sucks, it´s not overated at all

[@kinetickennons]

I'm sorry that offends you, Rebeca. That is certainly not the point we wanted to make. The beauty, history, and culture there is unquestionably amazing.

[@thee_calamity]

Yea it was a cringe title lol.

[@alexcorralgarcia]

As a Mexican, its just a title, literally nothing is going to happen to you, stop whining. I didn’t find it offensive, just like any other part of the world there’s places that are overrated.

[@RodrigoSahagun]

The problem with those americans is the lack of knowledge of the place if the studied about that site surely they would be ashamed of their ignorance.

[@kenttheboomer721]

How many times have you been, Rebecca?

[@JimBCV]

Enjoyed Chichen Itza and learning about the Maya culture. Yes, lots of vendors. Still a site to be seen. It may be best to go early and by yourselves before the crowds. Saludos.

[@kinetickennons]

The earlier the better! It got really busy when we left but it wasn't too crowded any of the time we were there.

[@pamelagarza2815]

Its amazing to see yes I agree the earlier the better the time we went soooo hot !!! We have lots of beautiful photos 😁

[@carmenmartinez8445]

To really appreciate a place you must know the history and the importance of the place...

[@kinetickennons]

That is true and we are trying our best to learn (on and ff camera) as much as we can about Mexican history. Though I will add that the misinformation given by the internet and different guides really does make it hard to truly understand that history. For a lot of casual tourist from outside of Mexico that know little about Mexican history I think it could be more difficult to appreciate than somebody that really understands the Mayan culture.

[@thee_calamity]

In spite of your cringy title lol, I I’m not gonna disrespect this piece of history by saying whether it’s worth it or not. I think maybe just give your perspective and that’ll do. Not need to say whether it’s worth it or not because it’s significance is not subjective. People can find out for themselves if they enjoy a landmark or a temple on their own. You are giving people a forced perspective by saying “skip it.” Restaurants? Fine Tours? Fine. But a pyramid? The people will have their own perspective, Kennons :)

[@marcandoelpasoconmarco606]

The title of this vid is not making justice to one of the greatest civilization in the Americas, it is a must... :)

[@FloridaHomesteading]

Yes, of course it is!! Love the history of a country, cities, towns, people etc. Have to dig deeper!!!

[@robledocolin3061]

You guys just walk on ancestral grownd, I think this kind of places hide a lot of unknow facts and that is part of the greatness about ancient culture before our own...👍👍👋

[@kinetickennons]

So much unknown history right underneath our feet!!

[@robledocolin3061]

@@kinetickennons Yes, think of that just blow my mind....wish you luck guys!!...👍👋

[@hectoraiza6638]

I think you missed to visit a lot of places in Chichen Itza, it is more than just the castle. And the Mayan sculpture is amazing. You have to visit the "salon Maya" at the Anthropology National Museum again in Mexico city to realize that the Maya was one of the greatest cultures not only of Mexico but of the ancient world.

[@jfr27s]

Kinetic Kennons I disagree It's like saying that the Chinese wall or pyramids of Egypt are overrated and that only those who are interested in history are going to see them, it's ridiculous, do not go to Machu Picchu unless you're interested in history. If you go to these countries you have to know these places: Peru = machu pichu Egipto = pyramids Mexico = Chichen Itzá France = Eiffel Tower

[@marthalomeli5406]

Calakmul (Campeche) and Yaxchilán (Chiapas) are 2 authentic , beautiful, and no touristy archaeological sites that you must see. Calakmul was discovered a few years ago , and it is bigger than chichen itza and do not have renovation. Yaxhilán it is in the middle of the jungle so you need to take a boat to get in.

[@hectorlomeli2720]

Is it worth it? Come on!

[@kinetickennons]

haha 😉

[@KillerChair1]

I totally agree that these sort of places can become so overwhelmed by tourists that may spoil the site and overall experience. Whenever visitng such historic sites, one must go with an open mind ready to learn and admire. Remember, we are not visiting these places seeking cheap thrills and selfie shots (I hope. At least I dont). We visit to learn of the civilizations that once graced the earth hundreds if not thousands of years ago. To learn their story, see where it all began. To witness their achievements, their legacy for humanity, for ourselves. That alone is definitely worth seeing, no question.

[@logalet17]

Totally agree with you!

[@fredotob]

Si una zona arqueológica como Chichen Izta estuviera en algún lugar de USA tengan por seguro que sería al menos unas 10 veces más explotada turísticamente.

[@jowr5572]

Pero sus 'culturas' no dieron para mas. Solo llegaron a construir unas casitas de adobe y con eso se vuelven locos! Ah y esas casitas estan en los estados que eran de Mexico.

[@antoniojesusceballoslopez1577]

El templo de Kukulcán vio guerras y huracanes a traves de los siglos, fue reconstruida por los mismos mayas . ¿Acaso importa si fue reconstruida una vez más? Mientras la serpiente emplumada siga descendiendo no perderá su majestuosidad. Claro que vale la pena visitarla.

[@ericlujan3375]

the fact that they fix it its because mexicans care about our history.

[@kinetickennons]

I think it's really important to fix up some/some parts or aspects. But Chichén Itza seems like it has had a lot more work done on it than some other ruins.

[@mark-briansonna7670]

You make it sound like they replaced lots of the stone work. They actually haven't. The stones may have fallen down and they were put back in their place with minimal replacement. THAT is why Chichen is so extraordinary. Many of the other Maya sites were used as quarries for other buildings after the Spanish conquest. Chichen survived this fate hence why they were able to reassemble the facades. The same thing was done with Teotihuacan. Obviously your guide didn't go into how the pyramids in Chichen were restored. You are assuming that restored means reconstructed. If Chichen looked too new to you its because what you saw is how incredibly built it was. Think of it this way: If you had a wooden sculpture and it tipped over and fell off its pedestal on to the ground would you put it back up on its pedestal and stand it back up or would you leave it forever on the ground? Which way would you appreciate the sculpture more.? Chichen Itza is that sculpture but on a massive scale.

[@tobypeterson5867]

I have most recently taken a taxi from Tulum to Chichen. There’s a time difference, so it worked out well to go early- and be the first ones in. Much less vendors in morning. You can “have the place to yourself” for an hour/ at least. Years ago I spent the night there- for the same reason- to be in Early, before it gets hot. For those with many days you can travel to more special and secluded Mayan Ruinas. Always nice to visit!!!

[@lauramarin1777]

I think new visitors come to Chichen Itza with very high expectations as is one of the seven wonders of the world, but I have to admit that when you get there is so crowded that you don't enjoy the experience. Besides, the super hot weather doesn't help that much. Any way, to appreciate Chichen Itza you must be interested in the great Mayan culture and not going just for the picture to post on instagram.

[@jowr5572]

If it's one of the seven wonders it is obvious that it is going to be crowded. Same in Egypt, India, China, etc.

[@elviejodelmar2795]

The restauration of the site is controlled by INAH (Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia). You are seeing the juxtaposition of the degraded site that was discovered covered in jungle growth and earth and what the Mayan city looked like. Remember the Mayan cities were stuccoed and painted in bright colors. INAH did the stucco but not the paintings. You didn't show the extant murals.

[@miguelangelsanchez5959]

Of course must see WITHOUT overrating it cause there's much more to see in the whole Maya zone, which expands to Central America.

[@fr.jimwatersfranciscanprie7187]

It’s what you don’t see. Same with Egypt. I as a now retired Agent..officer in the Def, Intellgence Agency visited many amazing places..in fact there are places in other places with rather amazing places. Wish I could share..I am finishing part two of my book, to be published when I know death is near,

[@HeidyLucely]

Jim Waters Interesting

[@LAFan]

Just curious. What is your opinion of all the bashing by the current administration of the intelligence community? Your book should be very informative and interesting.

[@victorchavez2604]

Death is not death it's the beginning of another life.

[@garza0073]

Guys, me parece que no aplaudieron frente a Kukulkán para escuchar el canto del quetzal, pero si se escucha que otros lo hicieron...¿sabían que hay un cenote abajo de la pirámide de Kukulkán? Increíble la ingeniería maya!

[@Wazupu]

Garza 007 Yo escuche a otro animal. Y observe a otro grupo aplaudiendo y se escuchó, “Ku-kul-kán”. Luego le dije a nuestro guía que el otro grupo/tour enseñaron otra cosa y luego que se enoja y me humillo delante de todo el autobús.

[@garza0073]

@@Wazupu pésimo guía te tocó!

[@lalaaalooo]

Very disappointed on this video, very disappointed on your comments. 👎

[@jowr5572]

Me too. Unsubscribe

[@ernestoperaza1997]

And yes you are going to deal with unqualified uneducated comments thanks for all you do.

[@MrOTSLYPI]

This video seems to have more dislikes than any other . I believe it’s safe to say that lots of people disagreed on this one ☺️👍🏼

[@dorianbelen]

Octavio Trujillo. Con justa razon los dislikes!. A la par de la bandera y comida. Las ruinas mayas, aztecas, toltecas Etc. Son el mayor orgullo de mexico.. En que otro lugar del mundo Hay piramides. con tanta informacion? Ni siquiera las piramides de Egipto. Tienen esos calendarios y relieves. que le dan el toque de es posible hubo. inteligencia de otros mundos!

[@jowr5572]

Dale unsubscribe

[@tinkmarz1]

So...replacing deteriorated stones that were covered with soil and broken by roots of plants over hundreds of years is wrong? I'd have to disagree with that. Surely, you don't think the restoration is "guesswork"...?? Please rethink your assessment. I think it's wonderful that archaeologists labored to piece together how the original stone work looked and have dedicated stone workers (who were most likely Mayan themselves) to carve stones to match the original...we owe a depth of gratitude for that. I have a feeling there's far more to the ancient Maya (as well as other ancient peoples of the Americas...the Hopi, the Olmecs, for two examples) than what's been discovered...or what we've been told...so far.

[@maryjoan4128]

Hi I enjoyed it... really loved my visit to a Mayan village in that area, can't wait for more of merida, cheers

[@Mpo65]

My husband and I were vacationing in Tulum in May, 2019. and of course Chichen Itza was a must see for us. We are happy that we took the tour. I think it's a must see at least ones when in Mexico, also visited the Tulum Ruins on the coast .

[@sony67100]

Visité Chichén por primera vez hace como 25 años y lo que sentías era muy diferente a lo que es ahora que regresé en el 2018...hace 25 años no se permitía el paso a vendedores y el número de visitantes era limitado...sentías su magnificencia...esta vez no sentí lo mismo...demasiados vendedores haciendo mucho ruido y distrayéndote de las sensaciones en las que debes enfocarte para disfrutar la experiencia e imaginarte lo que era la vida ahí

Totalmente de acuerdo, Sonia. Saludos.

[@chemasteel6682]

@AdrianZ Yo realmente creo que los fuera de sitio son los visitantes por qué creo que deberían saber que los vendedores son artesanos Mayas con autorización y más derecho de estar ahí que cualquiera.. Por cierto yo también fui varías veces en mi niñez y también actualmente y me dio la misma sensación de asombro y orgullo que sentí de niño.

[@martinhrk4312]

Great video guys! Hope you´re enjoying Yucatan. I think that Chichen-Itza is definitley worth while, regardless of the commercial intruders of the site. Take in consideration that Chihen Itza has examples of two different periods of time and that the most visited areas represent the latter of those. Now, with the idea of embracing the splendid Mayan world and get a better impression of the other periods of their culture, I have three words for you: Calakmul, Cobá and Uxmal. Cheers!

[@mdsMex]

It is very sad to hear them expressing so much ignorance, they come to Mexico and arrogantly criticize everything they see in Mexico, return to the US and talk about their country and the poverty that there is and a thousand more deficiencies that they have.

[@Aflordepiel1004]

Never ceases to amaze me and I've been there a few times. Awesome video!

[@justinblack8124]

I'm really surprised you all haven't been contacted to put videos together for a travel agency or a local excursion company. These are really amazing and you both have a way to make the viewer feel as if they are there with you enjoying the trip. Just found you guys a month or so ago and have been watching all the older videos as well. Top notch stuff! Glad I subscribed.

[@guillermoochoa7345]

I kinda get the point you guys are making but I also have to respectfully disagree, these are archaeological sites from one of the most important ancient civilizations in the world! This isn’t Disneyland (which I know you guys like/love but to me it was the most overrated place on earth!! But to each his own Lol) we are talking about. these are places that are extremely important which hold a highly significant meaning. Yes it might have become a tourist trap now but that doesn’t make it less of a must go to place, yes I wish it wasn’t as busy and there wasn’t so many venders but hey that’s how these people make a living, yes it’s annoying and with so many people you can’t fully enjoy and take in a place as important as this but you gotta look past that superficial stuff cuz If you wanna talk about fake and superficial stuff then Disneyland is #1 at that... I do get what you are saying though. There’s so much still un known about the Mayan’s and also a lot of the history and information out there is written by people that don’t know much about these civilizations, that base their assumptions on their own beliefs and what they want to tell the world which a lot of times is made to tarnish the greatness of these civilizations... lots of information and it’s true history about these civilizations out there, there’s still people out there with all this information but they won’t share it with the world cuz of what’s happened before throughout history. Anyway great video and lots of beautiful shots of this amazing place that’s definitely a must go and not overrated at all. Oh and the souvenirs being sold are hand made by people in the area and not made in China like what you’ll find in Disneyland and also not stupid expensive like Disneyland where you pay stupidly expensive prices of low quality stuff made in China for a fraction of the price they’re selling it for.. sorry to bring Disneyland into the mix but can’t think of a place more overrated in my opinion. Like I said I love your videos and you guys are doing a great job but on this one I’m gonna agree to disagree.this place can be anything but overrated.. never !

[@gagarzarosati]

It is clearly you don't have understood that place is a jewel of Mayan culture....it has been reconstruction in order to see the greatness of our culture....not only rocks in bulky way.....

[@fernandoperalta5131]

Pues no se que esperaban ver! ?, si lees un poco sobre el lugar y entiendes el significado y la importancia del sitio, no hay manera que digas que esta sobre valorado. Puedes ver playas en muchas partes del mundo, hoteles, bares, restaurantes, pero muy pocas ruinas de una civilización tan antigua y avanzada. Aun que es muy su opinión... si creo que se la jalaron esta vez!

[@saraj4009]

I had the privilege of going there with a private tour guide who took my family across the from Cancun to Medidad and also showed us a bunch of other sites and there are a LOT of untouched archeological sights all over that area. An interesting perspective is reading The Book of Mormon - and no I’m not Mormon and then seeing that and placing characters from that book in that that setting. Cool perspective. A cool fact. If a stone has been placed by someone modern they put little pebbles/rocks in the mortar used to cement it in place all around the stone. So you can tell what’s new and what’s original.

[@caroleads4037]

Love watching all your journeys. You make me laugh ie. "MAYAN BLOWING" LOL enjoyed you and all your lessons. Thanx.😃

[@universal5]

Woops! It's astronomy* not astrology. Saludos!

[@kinetickennons]

See- that only proves how stupid I am compared to the Mayans lol

[@kelleyhunter801]

AND astrology, for older cultures, astronomy and astrology were one. Different cultures had different systems. Mayans had galactic perspective and carefully observed Venus.

[@liquideffex2]

Great video! You helped me make up my mind! I’m going! Even with the negative stuff, you gave me the ability to go in eyes wide open, and that always makes a difference!

[@connieainlay8057]

Thank you for your honesty. The history of the Mayans is so vast and this site is very intriguing...

[@pauldelgadillo1827]

I'm really surprised that you didn't have a very knowledgable tour guide during this visit although your trip was being sponsored.

[@preciado691]

I want to add that the guides told me visiting Palenque and Tajín and applies also to Chichén Itzá is that the exploration has stopped to not damage the ecology. For instance, Tajín was surrounded by the jungle, mainly vanilla trees which was the product for them to trade and the source of their wealth but when they overcut the trees they were left with nothing to trade and abandoned the city.

[@ibrahxy501]

OVERRATED? Really people? I bet all Mayas are feeling what Meryl Streep felt when Trump called her that. That word is way to little to use even as a notpro when talking about Chichen Itza. The restoration was made to preserve the RUINS, as the word speaks itself. It is not only about history but the energy you get while passing by a civilization of people 1500 years ago, CRAZY. That my friend cannot be overrated. 14:20 I can see kukulkan (god related to rain and wind) didn't like what you were saying and started messing your speech lmao.

[@fideltorres7153]

I was just there last month. People need to absolutely see it. Restoration is necessary or else it’ll just fall apart.

[@shiroumxm2052]

11:15 emmm those stones (tulum)dont´t look as when the mayans built them they are ruins now , they has been abandoned for centuries! Al igual que a los edificios modernos y otras estructuras de concreto, el paso del tiempo y el clima causaron estragos a las estructuras Mayas. Desde luego que ni tulum ni Chichén Itzá lucían como ruinas

[@kinetickennons]

Eso es cierto- pero los humanaos, después los años 1800's, han cambiado Chichén muchísimo, no? Quizás por el mejor del sito. Obviamente no soy un experto en nada

[@lyndapoysor5573]

I agree both Chichen Itza and Tulum are mind blowing as is Teotihuacan.

[@shiroumxm2052]

Bueno, el INAH es quien realiza las restauraciones y según sé, es una institución que suele hacer bien las cosas con muchos estudios y análisis previos a la ejecución de las obras de restauración. Yo no creo que hayan cambiado la manera en que lucían de manera que se vean diferentes a como eran. Aunque entiendo en cierta forma que les parezca raro verlas "como nuevas". Saint Google translation: Well, the INAH is the one who makes the restorations and as I know, it is an institution that usually does things well with many studies and analyzes prior to the execution of the restoration works. I do not think they changed the way they looked so that they look different than they were. Although I understand in a way that seems strange to see them "as new."

[@andresornelas6353]

I love your videos guys 👍. Those pyramids shots are beautifuls👌

[@lyndapoysor5573]

Been there done that! Came from Canada and blew away my mind! If U find it let me know. I have never been the same since. Thanks.

[@elmegapitondelnorte]

Chichen Itza is cool but my favorite pyramid in Mexico is Coba. Why? You get to ride bikes in the jungle and then climb it :)

[@kinetickennons]

What?!?! That sounds amazing!

[@DonJetblack00]

Coba by a long shot. Climb the piramide de venus is a must. We'll be at chichen itza hopefully next week and tulum over the weekend. Favorite so far has been Teotihuacan outside of D.F.

[@ljlutah]

For Sure .... I've been to several of the Mayan sites on the Yucatan Peninsula including Uxmal, Chichen itza, Tulum and others. Coba was the most impressive/interesting and enjoyable to me.

[@javirodo]

Of course it's worth it! Thousands of people can not be wrong and every year the number of visitors grows. I have noticed that archeology is not of your interest, is ok. regards

[@ivansanchez4462]

Si les gustan las ruinas, viste cuando fueron a Teotihuacan? Les encantó, lo que creo es que no les gusta donde hay muchos turistas como Tulum o Chichen Itza.

[@javirodo]

IVAN SANCHEZ pues en el vídeo de Tulum tampoco les gustó, checalo, saludos

[@dabestboiever8961]

Love your videos. Thank you so much!! Hope you're safe and well. 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@arturoolvera2604]

An honest view, that’s all we needed, and as usual you have delivered.

[@cheyopimienta]

Your experience wasn't that good because you commited several rookie mistakes here, guys. a) You should arrive punctual at 8:00 am. It seems that you got there later around 11 am and the crowds were already there. If you arrived there 8 am, by the time the crowds were arriving you'll be on your way out b) Sunday is the most crowded day, best day is around tuesday c) hiring a private guide is totally worth it (you can do that at the gates and haggle a little bit) if you don't have a guide you miss the point on visiting the ruins and all you see is the architecture (that you don't fully understand because of) d) it seems that you were under the impression of the site being small, but missed a lot of it judging for what you recorded. Old Chichen has the oldest astronomical observatory in the continent, the Sacred Well, The Nunnery, the market.... and so on. e) visiting in the morning let's you avoid the scorching sun. f) the night laser projection on the kukulkan temple is amazing, seem that you missed it too. Do not skip Uxmal, you'll love it because it has all the things chichen lacks in terms on authenticity, not over crowded and such.

[@RodrigoSahagun]

No my friend is not the second largest ball game is the largest and in Teotihuacan has never been found the ruins of a ball gama and according with the scholars probably the ball game was played in a field with not structures and they used a kind of baton like those used in the Hockey.

[@kinetickennons]

This is why I can't trust guides anymore haha

[@AV7designer]

Really like your videos.. its goood to see people really go there and watch the real Mexico and not be scare because everything you see on tv

[@davidn.lopezbracamonte3107]

Amigos busquen más información acerca de la cultura y no en "wikipedia". La riqueza cultural maya es incalculable, la piramide sólo fue retocada más no recontruida ya que asi estaba. Para aclarar este asunto se refiere a que antes la piramide estaba llena de plantas y solo se podía apreciar la parte de arriba. Me parece increíble que después de visitar tantos lugares de México no aprecien como debe ser este. ¿ven esos números ceros en sus dólares o pesos?, bueno pues esos ceros fueron creados por los mayas.

[@luiscarrera5656]

Cool vídeo guys i love the pirámides and historia great work

[@rociogarcia9852]

Uxmal site is also beautiful! Of course Chichen Itzá is especial, but personally I consider Uxmal has a more jungle untouched vibe that you were looking for. I hope you have the opportunity to visit it some time.

[@RedSpiralHandTV]

Hillary...history in school was B.S.... Hands on history...real history, is totally fascinating.

[@oskarhernandez8900]

Magnificent master piece!

[@kinetickennons]

I truly don't understand how they were able to build that!!

[@oskarhernandez8900]

We will probably never know, but we have to enjoy it !!

[@GamingChanelName1]

All your videos have inspired me to finally visit mexico city. And I'm thinking of using yalls tour company to visit the volcanoes

[@kinetickennons]

You will have a blast!! :)

[@GamingChanelName1]

@@kinetickennons i hope so i still can't believe you guys have seen so much of mexico. My family is from there and I've only been to Monterrey and like your video about it it's a nice city but hard to figure out.

[@suenavivedisfruta558]

I think it is worth it! I also think that it all depends on your individual experience. For me it was my for family vacations to visit the Riviera Maya. We rented a car and we visited Chichen-Itza where we got a private tour and our tour guide was exelent at explaining everything. Part of the experience was getting there. We got the Carretera federal and it took us 3 hours to get there are we were looking at all the colorful towns in the way there. I love Chichen-Itza! It was a dream come true to be there. 😍😍😍🇲🇽🇲🇽🇧🇧

[@edc4642]

We were here in the mid 80's for the first time, you could still climb the steps to the top, and there was an iron chain running down the middle of the steps. At that time, there were NO vendors ! You could access so many of the sites on the grounds and actually touch them, the pictures were so much more involved. We took our grown children about 9 years ago and were so disappointed to what this site has become.

[@kinetickennons]

I bet that was so cool to be able to climb to the top! I can only imagine how much it has changed in 9 years!

[@logalet17]

Yeah, they had to close it because tourists were taking pieces of the pyramid as souvenirs!

[@gabyontiveros7753]

How You touch history dont You have respect

[@edc4642]

That may be true, but the rumour we heard was an unfortunate incident where an elderly tourist bounced all the way down the pyramid to her demise. It is super easy to hike up the pyramid, it is really crazy coming back down as the steps are very narrow and steep. I had to traverse down in a zig zag, my wife bummed it down from 20 steps up after realizing this isn't what she wanted to do.

[@norkalkidcalifas7945]

They stopped letting people climb the pyramids, because an old lady fell down it and died.was there in 94 and climbed the pyramid and entered the room under the pyramid with the jaguar .

[@ttecano67]

Maybe you are right, but.......is one of the new 7 wonders of the world ¡¡¡¡¡¡ You must go and visit it !!!!!! Is like the Rome Colisseum or the Eifell tower, there are places you cant miss it, and Chichen is one of them.

[@lauraz3580]

I personally feel that it is a "Must See". Our tour guide had a Phd and he gave tours from time to time. The tour was amazing. He provided so much history about the site and some insights about the Mayan people. He himself is Mayan. I was blown away by everything that I learned. If you want to understand the history of an amazing culture and their achievements, it is a wonderful to explore. I personally preferred it over Teotihuacan. The Chichen Itza tour consisted of a small group and our educated guide. I loved it! The key is to go early when it isn't quite as busy.

[@enriquej8047]

I don't know about the tittle. Would you ask the same for each of the other world wonders? It is a must see.

[@cristopherramirez8118]

I’m going to disagree with you guys, the place it’s amazing, did you know how the juego de pelota was played? Did you guys see the chac mool figure? Or the observatory? El castillo was restored like a puzzle, with Mayan construction techniques, I went there a month ago, the only thing that I really hate it’s all the vendors!!!

[@kinetickennons]

I'm not so sure we are disagreeing amigo :)

[@cristopherramirez8118]

Kinetic Kennons I mean, it’s a must see even if your are not interested in Mayans, it a wonder of the world!!

[@cristopherramirez8118]

Kinetic Kennons *it’s

[@tdnares]

My favorite ruins is Palenque in Chiapas. It is in the middle of a jungle. It's a must see

[@laurajohnson435]

That joke actually made me subscribe lol. Visiting on Christmas thanks for this video.

[@cynthialyon700]

It is definitely a must-see, but if you go, go on a less-popular weekday, 1st thing in the morning when the gates open. I get your frustration with the crowds, it can be overwhelming. Since I'm not a morning person we rode a bus in the night before, stayed in a little hotel in Piste overnight, that way it was easy to get there early. Then when all the tour buses showed up we de-camped to a restaurant for lunch, had a siesta, and went back in the late afternoon when the tour buses were leaving.

[@robleeaaccount3663]

I have stayed at Playa De Carmen, went on the tour of Chichen Itza. Back when I visited it they allowed us to go inside the one Pyramid to see the Jade Throne ( now it's off-limits due to the erosion of the stone from human breathing. They also allowed tourists to climb the highest Temple to see the entire sights of the Chichen Itza area. I for one did not do this because of my fear of heights. Climbing the stairs inside the Holy Pyramid was bad enough for me. My party said I turned white as a ghost and was afraid I was going to pass out. I was always taught that if you do not know about the history of a certain area you shouldn't speak ill of it. The Mayans were a great civilization who is highly regarded to this day. The Well of Souls was where the winner of the games to the death was thrown into as a reward for their accomplishments. There were a lot of facts you must have missed out on in your tour. The vendors were not allowed to be close to the ruins also.

[@alyessie1]

I visited Chichen Itza this past September with Amigos Tour, and I have to say I was a bit disappointed with all the vendors surrounding such a beautiful place. I would have to say Tulum was by far one of my favorite archeological sites in Mexico. Thank you for all your awesome videos!!!

[@2morroe231]

Me and my wife went to this site and it’s a must see!!! We have also been to many other ancient indigenous sites and this place is up there with the best of them.

[@franciscomunoz7366]

I love Chichen Itza! Is Spectacular! I love all the archeological sites, because allow to us to know how do they live, and the advanced of that civilization was. You must also visit Uxmal, close to Merida, another amazing archeological site, and of course the beautiful Haciendas Henequeneras. Exceptional video congrats Amigos!