Question 1

What god is Kukulcan?

Accepted Answer

Kukulcan is the feathered serpent god in many Mesoamerican cultures. He was particularly important for the Yucatec Maya. The Aztecs called him Quetzalcoatl. For all Mesoamericans, Kukulcan was a creator god who also brought rain and winds.

Question 2

Is Quetzalcoatl the same as Kukulcan?

Accepted Answer

Essentially, Quetzalcoatl and Kukulcan are different names for the same serpent feathered creator god. Quetzalcoatl is the Aztec name, Kukulcan is the Maya name. He also had other names such as Gucumatz and Ehecatl.

Question 3

Where is the pyramid of Kukulcan located?

Accepted Answer

The pyramid of Kukulcan is located at Chichen Itza in Mexico. Also known as the Castillo or Castle, the pyramid was built before 1050. It is 58-9 metres (190 ft) wide on each side and rises to a height of 24 metres (78 ft).

Question 4

Who was Kukulcan the man?

Accepted Answer

Although Kukulcan was a creator god in Mesoamerican cultures, he was also a cultural hero credited with founding or taking over Chichen Itza in the northern tip of the Yucatan peninsula, as well as other cities.

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