Coba

Coba – is the ruins of an ancient Mexican city that belonged to the Mayan civilization. One of the main advantages of Koba is the lack of influx of tourists, which makes it possible to relax from the bustle of the city and enjoy the oldest civilization from the heart, because its spirit is present in our time.

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

The city of Koba found its place among the lakes, which is unusual enough for the Mayan settlements. The lake is the home of merciless crocodiles, as evidenced by the inscription, which forbids swimming here.

All the ancient monuments of Koba are interconnected by narrow paths, which are known as saqbe, of which at least 40. It is here that the longest road among the Maya roads is located, which numbers as many as 100 km. even in our time, Sakbe is misleading scientists how and for what purpose they were built. Most experts are of the opinion that the saqbe pursued religious goals.

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

The main attraction of Grupo Koba is presented in the form of the 20 meter pyramid La Iglesia, which is now prohibited by the administration. An interesting view is the field for sports games with the ball, which is fenced with stone walls around the perimeter. Scientists believe that ball games ended in sacrifice of the winners. There is also a version that they paid for the loss in the game with human life.

Fifteen minutes from this place you can get to Nooch Mule, which in translation sounds like « Big Kurgan ». The height of this pyramid is 42 meters. It is climbing to its top, and is the most fashionable activity among active vacationers in this area. 120 steps are brought to its top. It should be noted that climbing to the top is not easy, because the steps are narrow, and the pyramid is steep, but reaching the very top, a magnificent panorama opens in the eye, which is made up by the Mayan ruins, the wild greens of the jungle, as well as the sea distance.

The main attraction of Grupo las Pinturas includes the pyramid Conjunto Las Pintura. This ancient monument in the past was covered with bright red paint, 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 look at their small huts with a straw roof, as well as observe the living conditions and basic rites.

Tourists in Kobe can use bicycles that rent. Here you can hire a guide who will be happy to accompany you the entire tourist route and will tell a lot of new and interesting things. Travelers should take into account the fact that they will have to walk a lot, so you need to wear comfortable shoes. Among the narrow paths of the jungle, it is very easy to get out of the way, so do not lose your vigilance so as not to get lost. The historical complex of Koba works all week without days off from 8 to 17-00.