An abode to a UNESCO World Heritage site, Palenque is a ruined Mayan city in southern Mexico. It is located near the Usumacinta River in the Mexican state of Chiapas. The much that is known of Palenque's history are reconstructs from the hieroglyphic inscriptions on the many monuments that line the city, with many of these inscriptions gotten from the Temple of Inscriptions. Some of the structures known today are products of rebuilding efforts in response to the attacks by the city of Calakmul in 599 and 611. The popular Maya architecture is a prominent feature of Palenque. Famous Attractions in Palenque include Zona Arqueologica de Palenque, Cascadas de Agua Azul, Aluxes Palenque, National Park of Palenque, Welib Ja Waterfalls, Agua Clara, Temple of Inscriptions among others. Airport transfers to and fro Palenque are services made available to guests who need them.
A conduit of ancient times, the world heritage site of Mayan ruins at Bonampak along with its murals is an interesting and fascinating site in Palenque sightseeing tours. The Agua Azul, Misol Ha waterfalls, Palenque archaeological site and the Lacandona jungle are excellent choices for a cultural tour of Palenque as there are tour guides to regale visitors with local myths and legends of the sites. Tikal National Park and Misol-Ha Waterfall are amazing sites to visit for some Palenque outdoor activities and relation with nature. The visit to Yaxchilán archaeological site can be reached only by an incredible boat ride down the Usumacinta river and this makes for a spectacular boat tours in Palenque.
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