Uxmal (
Yucatec Maya:
Óoxmáal ) is an ancient Maya city of the classical period in present-day Mexico. It is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of Maya culture, along with
Palenque and
Calakmul in Mexico;
Caracol and
Xunantunich in
Belize, and
Tikal in
Guatemala. It is located in the
Puuc region and is considered one of the Maya cities most representative of the region's dominant architectural style. It has been designated a UNESCO
World Heritage Site in recognition of its significance.