Theory: The Constructed Landscape

Uxmal’s buildings and structures are very integrated with the landscape. For this reason, the Mayans did very minimal changes with the original landscape while constructing the site; and each of the buildings were constructed accordingly to the topography. However, this elevation diagram shows the study of constructed landscapes, and its intentions were to accompany the buildings and structures of Uxmal. From the relationship and the integration between the buildings and the constructed landscape suggests horizontal movements throughout the site, and also several verticality of the edifice of Uxmal.