I decided that on Sunday, I wanted to go and visit the Pyramids of Teotihucan which are located about 30 miles north of Mexico City.
After about an hour and a half in the taxi, we finally arrived. Traffic in Mexico City is something else.
Teotihucan, also known as "The City of the Gods" was built by the ancient Aztec Indians starting about 1 BC and was occupied until about 700 AD when the civilization mysteriously dissappeared.
The three main features of the area are the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Road of the Dead. Here I am standing in front of the Pyramid of the Sun.
"Calle de los Muertos" or Road of the Dead, which is about 4 Km long.
The climb to the top is a very steep climb to say the least, and it is about 400 meters (12oo feet) to the top.
Here I am at the top. I climbed this the first time about 30 years ago. I believe that since that time they have actually made the Pyramid taller.
The Pyramid of the Moon sits at the North end of Calle de los MuertosInside of the residence of Quetzalpapallotl are wall paintings that are over 2000 years old and still have vibrant colors.
Of course, before dining I inspected the kitchen to make sure everything was up to the highest standards. You can't hardly beat log walls, dirt floor and a blue top ceiling for good food. Something that Rasing Cane mgiht want to consider.
Here is a brief video of what is involved in climbing the Pyramid of the Moon. Note the guy on the right, climbing with just his arms. I was amazed. He pulled up in a wheel chair, lifted himself out and began to pull himself up the Pyramid.
After a morning of climbing, it was time for lunch. This was mystery mixed BBQ, with rice and tortillas. It was really very good.
Of course, before dining I inspected the kitchen to make sure everything was up to the highest standards. You can't hardly beat log walls, dirt floor and a blue top ceiling for good food. Something that Rasing Cane mgiht want to consider.
Here is a brief video of what is involved in climbing the Pyramid of the Moon. Note the guy on the right, climbing with just his arms. I was amazed. He pulled up in a wheel chair, lifted himself out and began to pull himself up the Pyramid. Be thankful for what you have, for sure.
1 comment:
i am sure they have made it taller and harder for you to climb..and only you.. "they" will be happy to know all "their" hard work paid off in making your life a bit harder this time!! :) As for the kitchen.. we will just leave that where it is!! :)
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