Grupo C

Palenque


A set of jungle-covered buildings and plazas thought to have been lived in from about AD 750 to 800.


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Nearby Palenque attractions

1. Palenque Northeastern Groups

0.14 MILES

East of the Grupo Norte, the main path crosses Arroyo Otolum. Some 70m beyond the stream, a right fork will take you to Grupo C, a set of jungle-covered…

2. Baño de la Reina

0.19 MILES

A series of small falls tumble down to form natural bathing pools. Unfortunately, you're not allowed to bathe here.

5. Grupo II

0.22 MILES

On the river, overlooking the Baño de la Reina, this small group has a lovely jungle setting.

6. Juego de Pelota

0.24 MILES

Palenque's ball court is towards the center of the site, and overlooked by Templo X.

7. Grupo de las Cruces

0.25 MILES

Pakal’s son, Kan B’alam II, was a prolific builder, and soon after the death of his father started designing the temples of the Grupo de las Cruces…

8. Museo de Sitio

0.25 MILES

Palenque’s site museum is well worth a wander, displaying finds from the site and interpreting, in English and Spanish, Palenque’s history. Highlights…

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