Скачать или смотреть PYRAMID OF THE MAGICIAN - FAMOUS BUILDINGS

PYRAMID OF THE MAGICIAN - FAMOUS BUILDINGS
FAMOUS BUILDINGS
FAMOUS MESOAMERICAN ARCHITECTURE

#COLLEGEOFARCHITECTURECHANNEL
#COLLEGEOFARCHITECTURE
#ARCHITECTURECHANNEL
#ARCHITECTURE
#FAMOUS BUILDINGS

Pyramid of the Magician in Uxmal, Mexico Also known as the Pyramid of the Dwarf or the House of the Soothsayer, this unique Mayan structure isn't your typical square pyramid. Located in the Puuc region of the Yucatán Peninsula, its elliptical base and steep, 60-degree slope are unlike any other Mayan pyramid. While the exact architect and construction dates remain unknown, it's believed to have been built in stages between 560 and 1000 AD, with the final temple added around 900-1000 AD. The pyramid's total floor area and capacity are difficult to pinpoint due to its layered construction, but its height of approximately 40 meters (131 feet) is impressive. Its functions were likely ceremonial and religious, serving as a temple dedicated to an unknown deity. The pyramid’s architectural features include its distinctive elliptical shape, its five superimposed levels, and the intricate stone carvings typical of the Puuc style. The Pyramid of the Magician's historical relevance lies in its unique design, reflecting the advanced engineering and artistic skills of the Late Classic Maya civilization. Its unusual shape and the legends surrounding it continue to fascinate and intrigue visitors today.