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Altun Ha

Although barely excavated, the few structures that have been uncovered, and the treasures found within, demonstrate that Altun Ha was a major player in the Mayan territories.

Belize

Belize has been home to the Maya for almost 3000 years with some of the largest Mayan cities ever built. It is also home to some of the most exotic island and extensive coral reefs in the world...

Calixtlahuaca

Although it features one of the most striking temples in Mesoamerica, the circular Temple of Quetzalcoatl-Ehecatl, Calixtlahuaca is probably most famous for its Roman connection...

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Lamanai, Belize

Lamanai

Lamanai was occupied for over 3000 years, and although it needs a great deal of work and investigation still, it is certainly a magnificent sight and a place well worth visiting.

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Mitla

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Monte Alban - Looking South along the main plaza

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Quiriguá

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Teopanzolco

Teopanzolco is found locked within the suburbs of Cuernavaca, less than 2hrs from Mexico City, and was mysteriously abandoned mid-construction.

Teotenango

Teotenango

Located high upon the Cerro Tetepetl in the Toluca Valley, Teotenango is both magnificent and serene, with its immense architecture and spectacular views.

Teotihuacan

Teotihuacan

Teotihuacan has captured the imagination of all who have set eyes on it since the fourth century. Even the Aztec's were captivated by it and named it the "Birthplace of the Gods".

Tikal

Tikal

Hidden in the rainforests of Guatemala, Tikal was once at the heart of the Mayan Civilisation. Today it is a magical destination for both its natural environment and amazing ruins.

Tonina

The Maya city of Tonina is a fascinating puzzle. At its heart, a 72m pyramid rises to the heavens encoded with symbolism and covered in mysterious temples.

Villahermosa - Museo Regional de Antropología

The Museo Regional de Antropología Carlos Pellicer Cámara is home to 770 pieces of ancient artwork, some of which were defining moments in Mesoamerican art history.

Xochicalco, Mexico

Xochicalco

The majestic ruins of Xochicalco sprawl across a hilltop 10 miles south of Cuernavaca. Despite the incredible engineering skills and man-power involved, no-one is sure exactly who built the city.

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Altun Ha

Although barely excavated, the few structures that have been uncovered, and the treasures found within, demonstrate that Altun Ha was a major player in the Mayan territories.

Belize

Belize has been home to the Maya for almost 3000 years with some of the largest Mayan cities ever built. It is also home to some of the most exotic island and extensive coral reefs in the world...

Calixtlahuaca

Although it features one of the most striking temples in Mesoamerica, the circular Temple of Quetzalcoatl-Ehecatl, Calixtlahuaca is probably most famous for its Roman connection...

Chicanna

The ruins of Chicanna are a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the Maya, its Monster Mouth temples rank among the wonders of the ancient world.

Copán

Copan is home to some of the most magnificent and intriguing examples of monumental art ever found in the Americas, leading some to question where the artists actually came from

La Quemada (Chicomóztoc)

Set in the dramatic extremes of Mesoamerica's northern frontier, the 500yr old mystery of who built La Quemada, and why, has only deepened with modern research.

Lamanai

Lamanai was occupied for over 3000 years, and although it needs a great deal of work and investigation still, it is certainly a magnificent sight and a place well worth visiting.

Las Sepulturas

Las Sepulturas is a residential area just outside of the City of Copan. It may have been home to the Holy Lord's family and is an excellent example of a Mayan Palace complex.

Malinalco & Cuauhtinchan

Malinalco is home to one of the wonders of the Aztec world, the site of Cuauhtinchan, which is propped precariously on a steep hillside, 125m above the town.

Mitla

Mitla was the Zapotec capital after the fall of Monte Alban and features lavish step-fret mosaics as well as being home to the legendary Temple of the Underworld.

Monte Alban

Monte Alban was one of the most iconic and powerful cities in Mesoamerica between 100B.C.E. and 700 C.E. and still features amazing architecture in the most spectacular setting imaginable...

Quiriguá

Quirigua was little more than a trading outpost until a ruler named Cauak Sky claimed independence and built some of the most amazing monuments ever built by the Maya.

Teopanzolco

Teopanzolco is found locked within the suburbs of Cuernavaca, less than 2hrs from Mexico City, and was mysteriously abandoned mid-construction.

Teotenango

Located high upon the Cerro Tetepetl in the Toluca Valley, Teotenango is both magnificent and serene, with its immense architecture and spectacular views.

Teotihuacan

Teotihuacan has captured the imagination of all who have set eyes on it since the fourth century. Even the Aztec's were captivated by it and named it the "Birthplace of the Gods".

Tikal

Hidden in the rainforests of Guatemala, Tikal was once at the heart of the Mayan Civilisation. Today it is a magical destination for both its natural environment and amazing ruins.

Tonina

The Maya city of Tonina is a fascinating puzzle. At its heart, a 72m pyramid rises to the heavens encoded with symbolism and covered in mysterious temples.

Villahermosa - Museo Regional de Antropología

The Museo Regional de Antropología Carlos Pellicer Cámara is home to 770 pieces of ancient artwork, some of which were defining moments in Mesoamerican art history.

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Uncovered News

History of Chicanna December 2, 2016
The early history of Chicanna reveals a simple community steadily growing. Then it erected several incredible buildings. So who built Chicanna and why? The post History of Chicanna appeared first on Uncovered History.
Chicanna Structure X and Structure XI October 1, 2016
Chicanna Structure X and Structure XI are Mayan temples that stand together in Group C, but represent a transformation of Chicanna over the centuries. The post Chicanna Structure X and Structure XI appeared first on Uncovered History.
Chicanna Structure XX – A Timepiece in Stone September 29, 2016
Chicanna Structure XX is covered with carved images and features three monster mouth entrances that combine to create an image of the Mayan universe. The post Chicanna Structure XX – A Timepiece in Stone appeared first on Uncovered History.
Chicanna Structure II: The Monster Mouth Temple July 16, 2016
Chicanna Structure II features a fearsome monster mouth doorway that was designed to broadcast the spiritual power of this magical Mayan temple. The post Chicanna Structure II: The Monster Mouth Temple appeared first on Uncovered History.
Chicanna Structure VI July 15, 2016
With its carved façade and roof comb, Chicanna Structure VI appears to be a temple, but the rooms added over later centuries raise questions over its use. The post Chicanna Structure VI appeared first on Uncovered History.
Chicanna Structure III July 13, 2016
Chicanna Structure III spans the north side of Group A and was repeatedly developed from 640AD to 1040AD - but it is curiously different to the other structures The post Chicanna Structure III appeared first on Uncovered History.

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