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English: In the 1200's, Tulum was an important Mayan seaport along the Yucatan coast. It was the only Mayan city built on a coast. It remained inhabited well after the arrival of the Spanish.

The Temple of the Wind God (Templo del Dios del Viento) served as a lookout post and also a storm warning system.

It is said the building was constructed with a hole in the roof which produces a whistle when high winds blow. When the Mayans heard it, they knew a hurricane was approaching and to leave the city and seek shelter in land.

There is a small altar inside.

Below the temple are several mini buildings. They are thought to be Miniature Temples that were altars due to their size.
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Camera location20° 12′ 55.61″ N, 87° 25′ 43.07″ W Kartographer map based on OpenStreetMap.View this and other nearby images on: OpenStreetMapinfo

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