Ancient Mayan Port of Muyil Reopens After Major Renovation

Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo — The ancient Mayan port city of Muyil has reopened to visitors following a major restoration project, with local officials hailing the site as a living testament to the region’s heritage.

Felipe Carrillo Puerto Mayor Mary Hernández said the site represents “history alive and the pride of our Mayan zone.” She expressed hope that the reopening would mark the start of an ongoing dialogue and emphasized that such spaces should remain accessible to those with deep knowledge of the area’s history.

The archaeological zone reopened after undergoing improvements through the Program for the Improvement of Archaeological Zones (Promeza), led by Mexico’s Culture Ministry through the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) and its Quintana Roo office. Muyil served as an ancient city and port with a long occupation span, from the Late Preclassic period (400 BC-200 AD) through the Early Postclassic period (900-1200 AD).

According to INAH, the site’s new infrastructure includes a service unit, ticket booths, restrooms, parking areas, and new walking trails. Workers restored 11 architectural structures and opened the Sacbé and Great Platform architectural complexes for public visitation.

“Let’s continue promoting Maya Kaan as a destination that grows and is cared for by everyone,” Mayor Hernández concluded.