Throughout history, clean and potable water has been one of the most prized possessions, without which no human civilization could have ever sustained itself. Not only is water crucial for ...

Who was Pakal the great? Explore the life of K'inich Janaab Pakal, the longest reigning Maya king in history. What happened to the Mayas? Discover what happened to the Maya people and explore some ...

For a brief period one of those city-states prevailed and became the closest thing to an empire in Maya history. It was ruled by the Snake kings of the Kaanul dynasty, which until just a few ...

The site’s relative obscurity means you can explore its wonders in relative solitude, making for a very personal encounter ...

The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) reported the discovery of three Maya frescoes during rescue work at ...

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Contrasts are made with British civilisation at the time. This short film is from the BBC series, History of Early Civilisations - Maya. Through parodies of reality TV shows, this series ...

With modern day Maya still living where their ancestors once did, these discoveries help them to recover and reconnect to the parts of their history that were so brutally destroyed by the invading ...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Maya as you explore key archaeological sites in Mexico and Guatemala, piecing together the fascinating history of this ancient civilisation.

Encircled by thick jungle, Palenque is one of the most impressive and mysterious of all Mexico’s ancient Maya sites. Known by the ancient Maya people as Lakamha, and today a UNESCO World ...

Reviewers said the educational exhibits were easy to understand and thoroughly showcased Mayan history. With the large size of the property, some travelers noted they could have wandered around ...