Courtyard of the Quetzalpapalotl Palace, Mexico

Mauricio Jean

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Mexico Courtyard of the Quetzalpapalotl Palace

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The Palace of Quetzalpapalotl complex was built around 450 to 500 AD. These buildings were built over earlier structures from around 250 to 300 AD. Due to the location of the palace and the quality of its art, it is thought the complex was home to a high ranking priest or other dignitary. The complex may have also been used for ceremonial purposes. The name Quetzalpapálotl comes from the reliefs of mythological birds on the courtyard pillars and is from Nahuatl quetzalli, precious feather, and papalotl, butterfly.

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Get there with a bus tour or drive and park at Teotihuacan's parking lot

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Daytime

Sunrise & Sunset 07:04 - 18:03 | current local time: 09:47

Photo Themes Ancient Architecture Architecture Aztec historic history Mexico pyramid ruins

Locations Teotihuacán Estado de Mexico

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