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El Museo de Arqueologia (Museum of Archaeology) is located on Kukulkan Boulevard, the main road through Cancun Island, near Punta Cancun (Cancun Point). This is an excellent place to begin exploring the history of the ancient Mayan world. The museum is home to a variety of significant archaeological treasures discovered in and around Cancun Island. Once you have visited the museum, you will have a better appreciation of the area's history and a greater understanding of the region's significance.

Mayan Ruins

El Rey (The King): Located 10 kilometers (6.5 miles) south of the Convention Center in front of the Caesars Park hotel, the original name of this place is unknown. The area was christened El Rey in the 20th century in honor of the sculpture discovered there. This significant archaeological find depicts a human face adorned in the dress of Mayan kings or those of high rank. It currently resides in el Museo de Arqueologia. El Rey is estimated to have been built around 300 A.D., and is the largest archaeological site on Cancun Island. It is composed of two major plazas, but the sites most stunning offering is its largest building. This old Mayan palace is shaped like a pyramid with a platform at the top. The platform is believed to have been used as an observatory. You will also find some fascinating murals at El Rey, depicting humans and other significant elements of life at that time. The entrance fee is around 28 pesos (approximately US$2.8) and it is open from 8 AM until 7 PM most days.

Yamil Lu'um: Located near the Sheraton Hotel, this site includes two very small temples.

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