Guachimontones
Mexico's only circular pyramids, built by the mysterious Teuchitlán tradition
Overview
Guachimontones is one of Mexico's most unique archaeological sites—circular stepped pyramids unlike anything else in Mesoamerica. Built by the Teuchitlán culture between 300 BCE and 900 CE, the site features concentric circular platforms, a ball court, and a museum explaining this still-mysterious civilization.
Highlights
- Unique circular pyramid structures
- Less crowded than famous sites
- On-site museum
- Views of surrounding countryside
- Combined well with Tequila visit
Getting There
Nearby City
50 km away (NaN hours)
Location
Coordinates: 20.6942, -103.8369
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