The Hieroglyphic Stairway. This magnificent structure is considered as one of the most remarkable and interesting monuments built by the Maya during the Classic Period. It contains 63 steps, each one carved with hieroglyphics on the cants. At the time of discovery, ten steps from the base were found completely, “in situ”, and five more partially destroyed. It measures 10 meters in width and 20.76 meters in height. The banisters or balustrades on either side of the Stairway are 1.20 meters wide, decorated with serpentine and bird-like motifs. The composition of these decorations appears to represent “the celestial Monster”.