Coba

Koba is the ruins of an ancient Mexican city that belonged to the Maya civilization. One of the main advantages of Koba is the absence of an influx of tourists, which makes it possible to relax from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the ancient civilization from the bottom of your heart, because its spirit is present in our time.

Koba tourists are happy to hike along narrow tropical paths to view ancient pyramids or other monuments, most of which could not be restored.

The city of Koba has found its place among the lakes, which is quite unusual for Maya settlements. The lake is home to merciless crocodiles, as evidenced by an inscription that prohibits swimming here.

All the ancient monuments of Koba are connected by narrow paths, which are known as sakbe, of which there are at least 40. It is here that the longest road among the Maya roads is located, which totals as much as 100 km. Even in our time, Sakbe misleads scientists about how and for what purpose they were erected. Most experts are of the opinion that the Sakbe pursued religious goals.

All the historical treasures of Koba are divided into three groups, which are known as Grupo Koba, Grupo Nooch Mul, Grupo las Pinturas.

The main attraction of Grupo Koba is represented in the form of the 20-meter pyramid La Iglesia, which is currently forbidden to climb to the top by the administration. An interesting view has a field for sports games with a ball, which is surrounded by stone walls around the perimeter. Scientists believe that the ball games ended with the sacrifice of the winners. There is also a version that the loss of the game was paid for with human life.

In fifteen minutes from this place you can get to Nooch Mul, which translates as "Big Mound". The height of this pyramid is 42 meters. Climbing to its top is the most fashionable activity among active vacationers in the area. 120 steps lead up to its top. It should be noted that it is not easy to climb to the top, because the steps are narrow and the pyramid is steep, but reaching the very top, you can see a magnificent panorama of the Mayan ruins, lush greenery of the jungle, and the sea.

The main attraction of Grupo las Pinturas is the pyramid of Conjunto Las Pintura. This ancient monument was covered with bright red paint in the past, as evidenced by its remains.

Near Koba there is a small settlement, the inhabitants of which lead a lifestyle very similar to their ancestors. It will be interesting to see their small thatched huts, as well as observe the living conditions and basic rituals.

Tourists in Kobe can use bicycles that are rented. Here you can hire a guide who will be happy to accompany you along the entire tourist route and tell you a lot of new and interesting things. Travelers should take into account the fact that they will have to walk a lot, so they need to wear comfortable shoes. It is very easy to lose your way among the narrow jungle paths, so do not lose your vigilance so as not to get lost. The historical Koba complex is open all week seven days a week from 8 to 17-00.