Watch Castle Climber Punished: Tourist Climbs Chichén Itzá and Gets a Penalty Stick
A Polish tourist climbed the steps of Chichén Itzá's Kukulcán Castle, violating rules and inciting a punishment from fellow tourists. He was fined and had to delete his photos taken at the site.
Tourist behavior at the Chichén Itzá archaeological site in Mexico continues to be a source of concern, with a Polish tourist being beaten by other tourists and fined after breaking rules and climbing the Kukulcán Castle. The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) has issued a statement reminding visitors to respect the rules and follow security protocols to protect Mexico's cultural heritage.
Climbing the castle has been illegal under the Federal Law on Archaeological, Artistic, and Historic Monuments since 2008. José Arturo Chab Cárdenas, who is in charge of the INAH-Yucatán Center, has stressed how important it is to follow the rules so that everyone can be safe and have a good time.
