Muyil

Muyil (350 BC–1500 AD) was one of the earliest and longest inhabited ancient Maya cities on the eastern Yucatan Peninsula. Located 15 km south of Tulum in Quintana Roo, Mexico, it sits on the Sian Ka'an lagoon, meaning 'Where the Sky is Born.'[1] The site exemplifies Peten architecture with steep-walled pyramids similar to Tikal.[1] As a major trade hub, Muyil controlled routes trading jade, obsidian, chocolate, honey, feathers, chewing gum, and salt across the Caribbean.[1] The settlement maintained strong ties to Coba, located 44 km to the northwest.[1]