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The ancient city of Uxmal, located in the state of Yucatan, Mexico, has a fascinating connection to Merida, its capital. In 1502, Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés arrived at Merida, and in 1541, he ordered the construction of the magnificent Cathedral of San Ildefonso. But here's the interesting part: Uxmal was one of the largest and most powerful Mayan cities before the arrival of the Spanish, with its impressive architecture and sophisticated infrastructure. And guess what? The city still lies hidden beneath Merida's modern streets, waiting to be uncovered! In fact, archaeologists have discovered that many ancient Mayan buildings were deliberately buried or destroyed by the Spanish to erase their presence. Talk about a treasure trove of secrets!
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