Yamil Lu'um

Yamil Lu'um is a Maya archaeological site located on the beach coast of Cancún in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. Yamil Lu’um is part of the Maya region of the East Coast of Quintana Roo, Its development occurred during the late postclassic period of the Maya civilization, the main structure is a ceremonial shrine known as the Scorpion's Temple (Templo del Alacrán), This temple is believed to have also served as a Pre-Columbian lighthouse in the beach facing the ocean.^[1] Today, the Yamil Lu'um archaeological site is located inside the Cancún Hotel Zone.^[2]

Yamil Lu'um

Scorpion's Temple
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Location	Mexico
Region	East Coast of Quintana Roo
Coordinates	21°06′37″N 86°45′37″W
Type	Ancient Maya site
History
Founded	1200 - 1550
Abandoned	1550
Periods	Postclassic
Cultures	Maya civilization
Architecture
Architectural styles	East Coast of Quintana Roo

Architecture

Yamil Lu'umil is located on a beach rock cliff considered the highest natural point on the coast of Cancún, the site dates from the late postclassic period and was built around the years 1200 to 1550 AD. The Scorpion's Temple is the main building of the site. It is a ceremonial shrine named after a scorpion sculpture found inside.^[3]

Scorpion's Temple in the Cancun hotel zone