Northwest of Chimaltenango is the important fortified hilltop site of Iximché. Having conquered the Cakchiquel warriors, the Spanish conquistadors established their first capital near here in 1524. Today, there are well-preserved ruins of the former ball court, four main plazas and a temple. Almost on the border with the Quiché department is the site of Mixco Viejo (Pocomán), which was also a fortified city like Iximché. A shrine to San Simon (Maximón) is also found at San Andreas Iztapa.