Kohunlich Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Kohunlich
The site was settled about 200 BC with most of the structures dating from about 600 to 900 AD. It was once a major city that probably served as a regional trade center with connections to the inland sites such asCalakmuland coastal sites such asTulum. The site was abandoned by the time of the Spanish conquest and had been forgotten until 1969 when looters came upon the site. A local elder alerted authorities who investigated and began efforts to explore and protect the ruins. The archaeological site covers about 9 hectares and is surrounded by dense tropical rainforest. About 200 mounds cover additional structures that have yet to be excavated and restored. The surrounding rainforest is home to about 200 species of birds, many migratory species that are only seen seasonally. About 50 mamma
Where to Eat in Kohunlich
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Pollos y Costillas Asados "Amanda"
Where to Stay in Kohunlich
- 🏨Hotel Maype
- 🏨The Explorean Kohunlich
Kohunlich Travel Guide Sections
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