The descent of the serpent in the Chichen Itza Equinox
At approximately 4:30 pm is when you can see the body of the serpent perfectly formed by the triangles. After that, you can see how the shadow covers the staircase and the head of the serpent. The best time to see the descent of Kukulkan. The phenomenon of the descent of the feathered serpent at Chichen Itza can be seen on both equinoxes.
Chichén Itzá: Pyramid Serpent Shadow Equinox Alignment
2023年9月15日 · The Kukulkán Pyramid at Chichén Itzá hides a remarkable shadow effect that only occurs on the March and September equinoxes every year. This ancient Maya site flourished during the 5th Century, and was later built over by the Itzá culture and the Toltecs.
The Serpent Shadows of Chichén Itzá - TRAVEL THRU HISTORY
Whether or not sharing the serpent’s shadow during the equinoxes help visitors in their quest for balance in their lives, they will leave the ancient city and return home with fascination and wonder. What else does Chichén Itzá, and its great pyramid hold? And what happened to Kukulcán?
Chichen Itza: The Mystery of the Serpent - México Desconocido
This archeological zone attracts many visitors to watch the incredible ‘descenso de Kukulcán’ (‘descent of Kukulcán’), an awesome spectacle of light and shadow projected on the northern stairway of the complex just after midday on the Spring and Autumn equinoxes, giving the impression that the Feathered Serpent God is really ...
Mystery Of The Chichen Itza Snake Shadow | TouristSecrets
2024年9月8日 · They come to witness a breathtaking phenomenon known as the Chichen Itza snake shadow. As the sun sets, shadows create the illusion of a serpent slithering down the steps of the El Castillo pyramid. This event showcases the incredible astronomical knowledge of the ancient Maya civilization.
Spring Equinox at Chichén Itzá: Everything You Need to Know
The Spring Equinox 2024 at Chichén Itzá refers to the moment when the sun's rays create a triangular shadow on the northern staircase of the Kukulcán Pyramid at Chichén Itzá. The shadow appears to descend the staircase until it reaches the head of a serpent carved at the base of the pyramid, thus marking the beginning of a new agricultural ...
Serpent Shadows: Exploring the Equinox at Chichen Itza
The Serpent Effect, a mesmerizing spectacle witnessed during the equinox at Chichen Itza, is a breathtaking display of celestial alignment and architectural ingenuity. As the sun’s rays illuminate the Pyramid of Kukulcan, the play of light and shadow on its staircase creates the illusion of a serpent slithering down the structure.
Serpent of Light and Shadow, Spring Equinox at Chichen Itza, …
2021年3月20日 · As the sun sets in the west and the shadows lengthen in the ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza, a collective sigh of amazement goes up from thousands of people standing at the foot of the Pyramid of Kukulcan on March 20-21, the spring equinox.
Shadows and Ghosts – Looking for the Descent of the Feathered Serpent …
2012年4月8日 · There are a lot of astronomical marvels at Chichen Itza, but one of the most exciting is the Descent of the Feathered Serpent. The central Pyramid of Kukulkan is built in such a way that on the equinoxes a shadow play is created where serpent heads on the staircases become whole snakes through the shadows of the pyramid’s terraces.
The Chichen Itza Snake Shadow: A Unique Phenomenon
2024年10月11日 · The ancient Mayan civilization is renowned for its breathtaking architecture and astronomical knowledge, with Chichen Itza standing as one of its most iconic sites. This archaeological marvel...