Punta Sur, Isla Mujeres
2/19/2023 - Punta Sur
Punta Sur (translated to “South Point” in English) is a slice of the Mexican Caribbean located at the southernmost point of Isla Mujeres.
Besides some of the most picturesque landscapes, there are the remains of an ancient Mayan Temple and an outdoor sculpture garden that contains statues depicting the history, culture, and religion of the Mayan people.
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This is Goddess Ixchel. She represents love, the moon, and fertility. Spanish explorers found many statues to Ixchel when they "discovered" Isla Mujeres.
This is Xaman Ex. He is The god of travelers and merchants. People gave offerings to him on the side of roads while traveling.
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This is a Mayan notary. The Mayans used a writing system based on hieroglyphics to express words with pictures and symbols. They developed the only known writing system in Mesoamerica, long before Spanish explorers arrived.
This is Ya'Axche who represents the Tree of Life to the ancient Mayans.
These statues represent Mayan tradesmen & builders
These two statues represent Mayans providing offerings to their gods.
This is another representation of the goddess of love, the moon, and fertility.
This statue represents a Mayan messenger.
This last statue represents the family of Gonzalo Guerrero who is the first Spaniard to "jump ship" and marry a local Mayan woman.