El Tajin

100 AD36 m Pyramid of the NichesMexico

CountryMexico

Date100 AD

Notable Feature36 m Pyramid of the Niches

RegionVeracruz

About El Tajin

The Pyramid of the Niches has 365 niches, one for each day. 17 ballcourts, the most of any Mesoamerican city. The building was painted red. Known for its unique niche architecture style.

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