The Temple of Kukulcan – Mexico<\/h2>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/coawp-admin.fareportal.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Untitled-design-1-1.jpg\")
<\/a>The Temple of Kukulcan, Mexico<\/p><\/div>\n
Also known as El Castillo, this enormous step-pyramid on Mexico<\/a>‘s Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula was constructed between the 8th and 12th centuries. The Mayan people created the pyramid as a temple in tribute to the feathered serpent god Kukulkan. While the pyramid is impressive all year round, it’s particularly remarkable during an equinox. At that time, the sun hits a particular spot on the pyramid, which creates a series of strange triangular shadows. These shadows transform into the image of a feathered serpent slowly making its way down the steps of the pyramid. It’s an eerie and unforgettable experience for any traveler.<\/p>\nMnajdra – Malta<\/h2>\n![\"Mnajdra](\"https:\/\/coawp-admin.fareportal.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Untitled-design-2-1.jpg\")
<\/a>Mnajdra, Malta<\/p><\/div>\n
Easily one of the most ancient religious sites on Earth, Mnajdra<\/a> was built around the fourth millennium BCE. Scientists believe that ancient people in Malta<\/a> used this amazing site primarily as a calendrical location to help them determine the dates of the year and celebrate the changing seasons. During the equinox, light moves through the main doorway at such an angle that it seems to illuminate the major axis. It adds a hushed, holy feeling to a place that is inconceivably ancient, and is not<\/em> to be missed.<\/p>\nYou Might Also Enjoy: <\/strong><\/em>9 Things You Should Totally Avoid Doing on a Plane!\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nChaco Canyon – New Mexico<\/h2>\n![\"Chaco](\"https:\/\/coawp-admin.fareportal.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Untitled-design-3-1.jpg\")
<\/a>Chaco Canyon, New Mexico<\/p><\/div>\n
Chaco Canyon is a fascinating location in New Mexico<\/a> and is a goldmine of incredible sights during the equinox. Built by ancient Pueblo peoples, the site reflects the equinox in a variety of ways, including tracking the progression of the sun and lighting up different corners of the Fajada Butte. Perhaps the most remarkable part is the famous “sun dagger” petroglyph. These ancient rock carvings are illuminated by the equinox sun in a detailed and precise fashion, giving lucky onlookers the distinct impression that they are witnessing intricately carved whorls being brought to life by the power of the autumn sun.<\/p>\nStonehenge – England<\/h2>\n![\"Stonehenge](\"https:\/\/coawp-admin.fareportal.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Untitled-design-4.jpg\")
<\/a>Stonehenge, England<\/p><\/div>\n
What list of equinox locations would be complete without the famous Stonehenge monument<\/a>? An intriguing and mysterious structure throughout the year, Stonehenge is of particular interest to historians during the autumn equinox. Why? The site appears to have been built on axes that carefully line up with the progression of the sun during an equinox. Different parts of Stonehenge are lit by the sun depending on the season, and whether it’s an equinox or a solstice.<\/p>\n
![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Untitled-design-1-1.jpg\")
<\/a>The Temple of Kukulcan, Mexico<\/p><\/div>\n
Also known as El Castillo, this enormous step-pyramid on Mexico<\/a>‘s Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula was constructed between the 8th and 12th centuries. The Mayan people created the pyramid as a temple in tribute to the feathered serpent god Kukulkan. While the pyramid is impressive all year round, it’s particularly remarkable during an equinox. At that time, the sun hits a particular spot on the pyramid, which creates a series of strange triangular shadows. These shadows transform into the image of a feathered serpent slowly making its way down the steps of the pyramid. It’s an eerie and unforgettable experience for any traveler.<\/p>\n Mnajdra, Malta<\/p><\/div>\n Easily one of the most ancient religious sites on Earth, Mnajdra<\/a> was built around the fourth millennium BCE. Scientists believe that ancient people in Malta<\/a> used this amazing site primarily as a calendrical location to help them determine the dates of the year and celebrate the changing seasons. During the equinox, light moves through the main doorway at such an angle that it seems to illuminate the major axis. It adds a hushed, holy feeling to a place that is inconceivably ancient, and is not<\/em> to be missed.<\/p>\n You Might Also Enjoy: <\/strong><\/em>9 Things You Should Totally Avoid Doing on a Plane!\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Chaco Canyon, New Mexico<\/p><\/div>\n Chaco Canyon is a fascinating location in New Mexico<\/a> and is a goldmine of incredible sights during the equinox. Built by ancient Pueblo peoples, the site reflects the equinox in a variety of ways, including tracking the progression of the sun and lighting up different corners of the Fajada Butte. Perhaps the most remarkable part is the famous “sun dagger” petroglyph. These ancient rock carvings are illuminated by the equinox sun in a detailed and precise fashion, giving lucky onlookers the distinct impression that they are witnessing intricately carved whorls being brought to life by the power of the autumn sun.<\/p>\n Stonehenge, England<\/p><\/div>\n What list of equinox locations would be complete without the famous Stonehenge monument<\/a>? An intriguing and mysterious structure throughout the year, Stonehenge is of particular interest to historians during the autumn equinox. Why? The site appears to have been built on axes that carefully line up with the progression of the sun during an equinox. Different parts of Stonehenge are lit by the sun depending on the season, and whether it’s an equinox or a solstice.<\/p>\nMnajdra – Malta<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Chaco Canyon – New Mexico<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Stonehenge – England<\/h2>\n
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