Temple of the Masks (Temple II)

38-metre Maya temple facing the Grand Jaguar across the plaza

Directly facing the Temple of the Grand Jaguar across the Great Plaza, Temple II stands about 38 metres tall. Built by Jasaw Chan K'awiil I for his wife, Lady Kalajuun Une' Mo', it gets its name from the large masks that once decorated its facade. You can climb a wooden staircase partway up for one of the best views of the Great Plaza and Temple I.

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