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Thousands of people flock to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza to witness the shadow play upon the Castillo each year. I have heard estimates that put the number of visitors around 40,000. My question: why? Quetzil Castaneda's 1996 book In the Museum of Maya Culture: Touring Chichen Itza explores that very question, and it details some of the issues that pervade tourism at this site. Definitely a recommended read for anyone who is interested in the culture and politics of tourism in Mexico and elsewhere.
Thousands of people flock to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza to witness the shadow play upon the Castillo each year. I have heard estimates that put the number of visitors around 40,000. My question: why? Quetzil Castaneda's 1996 book In the Museum of Maya Culture: Touring Chichen Itza explores that very question, and it details some of the issues that pervade tourism at this site. Definitely a recommended read for anyone who is interested in the culture and politics of tourism in Mexico and elsewhere.
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