The Pentagon

I have always been intrigued by the Pentagon.  I have visited Washington DC and the areas surrounding it, but have never visited the Pentagon.  I think most of my fascination with the Pentagon is in the construction and contents of the building.  Obviously a very powerful building both in its construction and the daily activities which it contains.  I hope that when I am able to see the building in person that I know a little more about the details of the building, however, I know there will be a lot that I am unable to know.

The act of terrorism event of September 11th, 2001 which struck the Twin Towers and the Pentagon is still an event which brings me great sadness.  I believe visiting this site to honor those who lost their lives and the service men an women who supported the emergency efforts after this event would be humbling.

Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins

The Chichen Itza Mayan Ruins are located in Progresso Mexico on the Yucatan peninsula.  It was one of the largest Maya cities.  I was able to tour these ruins as an excursion on a cruise in the summer of 2010.  This was an amazing experience, it was interesting that I was seeing architecture that was so old and honestly so close to North America. The design of the structures is interestingly similar to the pyramids, but inspired by Latin American influence.

My favorite part of the ruins was an arena where, we were told, ancient games were played.  Humans participated in these games and were played to the death of the opposing team.  The game would be played continuously until the end of the match had been achieved.  There was so much power in the walls and it had a very eerie feeling to it.