Great Pyramid of Cholula
Tlachihualtépetl
The largest pyramid in the world by volume. It now looks like a hill with a church on top, and it contains several kilometers of archaeological tunnels.
The pyramid was begun in the 3rd century BCE and was built up in several phases. Its base measures about 450 meters on each side. Visitors can enter some of the archaeological tunnels (access depends on conditions on site), view the excavated altar platform and stepped terraces on the south side, and visit the site museum. Admission is about 95 pesos, and the site is closed on Mondays. The pyramid is in San Pedro Cholula. From Puebla, the trip takes about 30 minutes by bus, and you can also take the intercity light rail or a taxi.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies
- Convent of San Gabriel & Capilla Real, Cholula
- Church of Santa María Tonantzintla
- Church of San Francisco Acatepec
- International Museum of the Baroque
- Cuexcomate
- Estrella de Puebla
- Uriarte Talavera Workshop