Uxmal-Nunnery

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Each building is set on a different level indicating a hierarchical ranking of importance.  All four buildings are fine examples of the Puuc style with elaborate upper facades and plain lower walls.

 

 

 

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The north building of the Nunnery Quadrangle is on the highest level with the most dominate stairway.

 

 

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The east building of the Nunnery Quadrangle shows the geometric Puuc style upper facade details and plain lower walls.

 

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