Yaxhá – Pyramids, Temples, a Lake and the Jungle
The amazing Maya city Yaxhá is located in the lowlands of Guatemala in the state of Petén. Its heyday was during the early classical period between 250 and 600 AD. The name Yaxhá means...
Category: Guatemala
HISTORY OF THE MAYA – PHASES OF THE MAYA CIVILIZATION
This article gives you an overview of the epochs that are used to describe the history of the Maya.
Tikal – Temples and Pyramids in the Jungles of Guatemala
Tikal was the most important Maya city in Guatemala. Find here all you need to know…
The Maya Sites – Hidden Treasures of the Rain Forest – 2nd Edition
What I missed in all my travels through the world of the Maya, was a book that concisely explained where the interesting Mayan ruins are located, how to get there, a short guide which...
Getting Around Petén – Guatemala – Visit All Famous Maya Ruins
The third and last chapter of this article will guide you deep in the pre-classic period of the Mayan history. We leave México now and cross the border to Guatemala. In the second chapter...
El Mirador – Pyramids hidden in the Jungle – Guatemala Adventure
The highest Maya pyramids and the largest Maya city ever detected, El Mirador in Guatemala is not only a site full of superlatives. It is the most adventurous travel destination for people interested in...
Giant Maya Frieze found in Holmul – Guatemala
National Geographic announced the finding of a giant Maya frieze yesterday. The frieze, that is unique in size and quality was found in Holmul in Guatemala. Archaeologists estimate that the age of this artwork...
