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la Pirámide de La Luna
📍 Pyramid of the Moon, Teotihuacan Archaeological Site, Mexico
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Quick Facts
- Location
- Mexico, Teotihuacán
- Category
- Viewpoint
- Duration
- Plan 2–3 hours including the climb and the north plaza.
- Opening Hours
- Site open by day (about 9:00–17:00, often closed Mon); pair with the Sun pyramid.
- Ticket Price
- Site ticket required; one ticket covers the whole site.
- Address
- Pyramid of the Moon, Teotihuacan Archaeological Site, Mexico
- Coordinates
- 19.6925, -98.8444
Introduction
The Pyramid of the Moon sits at the north end of Teotihuacan's Avenue of the Dead, the city's second-largest pyramid, built around the 3rd–4th century AD. Its forecourt hosted grand ceremonies, and excavations revealed sacrificial remains pointing to its ritual role. More restrained than the Sun pyramid, it is the most photogenic—facing the avenue with hills behind.
✨ Highlights
1
North terminus
The avenue's closing point—solemn presence.
2
Ceremonial plaza
The forecourt hosted sacrifice and rites.
3
Best composition
Hills behind, avenue before—classic shot.
4
Summit view
Look back at the Sun pyramid and the axis.
5
Finds
Tombs and offerings reveal ancient beliefs.
6
Pair with the Sun
One ticket links both—smooth route.
🛈 Practical Info
→Best season：Nov–Mar
→Plan for：2–3 hours
→Effort：Steep summit stairs
→Caution：Sun protection and water
→Opening Hours：Site open by day (about 9:00–17:00, often closed Mon); pair with the Sun pyramid.
→Ticket Information：Site ticket required; one ticket covers the whole site.
→Transportation：At the north end of the Avenue of the Dead in Teotihuacan, same grounds as the Sun pyramid—walk between them.
💡 Tips
• Climb the Sun first, then walk to the Moon—better pacing.
• Less backlight early—better avenue and pyramid shots.
• Rest on plaza steps; don't climb restricted zones.
• A guide explains sacrifice and calendar context.
• Carry water and sunscreen; limited shade.
• Often closed Mondays—avoid.
FAQ
What are the opening hours of la Pirámide de La Luna?
Site open by day (about 9:00–17:00, often closed Mon); pair with the Sun pyramid.
How much is the admission for la Pirámide de La Luna?
Site ticket required; one ticket covers the whole site.
Any practical tips for visiting la Pirámide de La Luna?
Climb the Sun first, then walk to the Moon—better pacing. Less backlight early—better avenue and pyramid shots.
How long should I spend at la Pirámide de La Luna?
A typical visit takes Plan 2–3 hours including the climb and the north plaza..
Information here is compiled from public travel resources. Hours, fares, transport and safety can change; please confirm with official Mexican tourism info and the site before visiting, and heed local safety advice.
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