The Yucatán Peninsula is rich in ancient history, and predominantly known for the famous ruins of ... the coast, Chacchoben is another must-visit site for those interested in Mayan culture.

The Mayan Ruins Kohunlich site is quite large ... with the ancient Mayan beds they slept on. Chacchoben (pronounced ...

Many ruins from the ancient cultures of Central America are now the stuff of postcard images. But have you ever wondered what they looked like before they were excavated, when the jungle had taken ...

Sep. 18, 2024 — New archaeological research has discovered for the first time clear links between fossils of the iconic Australian dingo, and dogs from East Asia and New ...

But for many past visitors, the ruins themselves were not the primary attraction: people flock to El Rey to mingle with the hundreds of iguanas that have invaded the former Mayan town, saying the ...

In spite of this, many Maya people kept some of their traditions. The remote villages continued the Mayan beliefs and language. In the late 19th and early 20th century, people began to study the ...

Then again, this 22-year-old festival has always been about letting audiences encounter the sublime among the ruins. Everywhere I turned during the Ruhrtriennale’s opening weekend, I witnessed ...

Who were the Maya gods? Learn about key Mayan beliefs, the afterlife and the gods. The story of Pakal the great Pakal the great was a famous Maya ruler. Discover his life and rule. What happened ...