Day Three Catch Up
Beam Theme #22
The wood beam or lintel in this picture is over 1000 years old. You can see it in the center under the thatching. I can’t remember what this building originally was. I think the beam was made of rubber wood.
Arch Theme #8
This archway was one of only 5 entryways through the wall into Tulum. The wall ran along 3 sides of the city and the ocean runs along the 4th with a cliff face. The wall was 16ft high and 26ft thick. Very impressive.
Tradition Theme #319
The large building in the back is where they would sacrifice children on the solstices and equinoxes. We weren’t allowed to climb it though.
Sand Theme #267
Now for something a bit lighter. This sand castle was on the beach at the resort. I think some kids worked very hard on it.
paintedmeadows 
March 27, 2013 at 1:02 pm
Fascinating ruins with so much history to them. I like the light touch of the sand castles to end this series.
March 27, 2013 at 3:35 pm
Thank you guys! I really enjoyed the ruins. I spent almost 3 hours taking photos there.
March 27, 2013 at 1:04 pm
I think that we are all thoroughly enjoying your holiday, R-L!! Thank you for sharing your lovely photos – we look forward to lots more!!
March 27, 2013 at 3:36 pm
Thank you Rhea. There will be lots more! Lol
March 27, 2013 at 5:07 pm
I love the stonework but am impressed with the juxtapositioning of the last image!
March 27, 2013 at 5:37 pm
Thank you Ron.
March 28, 2013 at 7:16 am
It always amazes me how people back in time could build such grand structures. The stone work is fascinating! I also love that sand castle village…those kids should be proud!
April 2, 2013 at 1:15 pm
The ruins look great but I particularly like the sand castle. Your placement of the sandcastle right below the village is so clever