Kukulcan
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History
Kukulcan, also known as El Castillo, was constructed by the Mayans in Chichen Itza, Mexico about 900 years ago. During the springtime and autumn equinox a fantastic event occurs. The shadow of one side of the Kukulcán pyramid is cast in such a way on one of the central stairs that the shape of a snake can be recognized. This snake figure was conceived to be a representation of the Maya creator god Kukulcán, who seems to descend the stairs.
Animation of the Snake moving on Kukulcan
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Erik Dierkx
The CAD Model and video were created by Erik Dierkx. Thank you. [Erik Dierkx's Website]
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Other Related Websites
- Cool 3D animation of the equinox at Chichén Itzá.
- Another Kukulcán animation, this time using photographs.
- Slideshow of the equinox.
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Downloads
Kukulcan Pyramid
