This is what the Maya Train stations in Yucatan would look like Fonatur revealed illustrations of the Izamal, Chichén Itzá and Valladolid terminals
Some pictures of how the seasons in Izamal, Chichén Itzá, and Valladolid, which correspond to the section 3 of the project would be unveiled. However, the illustrations are part of the conceptual project, as they could change due to operational considerations.
According to the portal, the Izamal station will be located in the southwestern area and will form part of a new tourist and service district in that city.
Likewise, it is indicated that the passenger demand for this station will be low and will have a tourist character, considering a three-way and two-platform scheme at the station.
“The structure of the station is inspired by one of the Izamal pyramids; It will have a gabled roof structure and vernacular architecture. It will have large walls with a slight inclination, with the main corners rounded and the exploded view of different measures. All relevant elements of Maya architecture. The main construction material is the limestone ”, indicates the publication.
As for the Chichén Itzá station, it will be located in the northeast part between the Pisté municipality and the polygon of the archaeological zone. Passenger demand is expected to be high and tourist in nature, considering a four-track and two-platform scheme at the station.
“Chichén Itzá will be a key part of the Mayan Train route. The station’s architecture will resume the Mayan symbols and architecture. The introduction of the train will make it possible to rationalize and organize the archaeological tourist activity without exceeding the capacity of supporting the resource, increasing the sustainable stay at the site, and benefiting the city of Pisté and other native communities. ”
For its part, the Valladolid station project will be located in the south of the town. The passenger demand will be intermediate and will have a tourist and social nature, considering a three-way and two-platform scheme at the station.
