Frieze of the Bird Dancers at Tonina
The Frieze of the Bird Dancers portrays two men dressed in magnificent feathered outfits ambiguously posed to look like ballplayers in the throes of dance
Tonina: Frieze of the Dream Lords
Discovered as recently as 1990, the huge Frieze of the Four Eras depicts some fantastical other-worldly processes, which leaves much to the imagination.
Xochicalco: Temple of the Stelae
With spectacular views of the surrounding valley, the Pyramid of the Stelea is one of Xochicalco’s most incredible monumental structures and home to three mysteriously buried Stelae.
Teotenango: The Serpent
A giant carving of a serpents head protrudes from the eastern wall of the Grupo de la Serpiente, which may indicate a celestial purpose to Structure 2D.
Teotenango: Jaguar Carving
The mysterious carving of a jaguar devouring a heart is carved prominently on the wall next to the entrance to Teotenango and was designed to be seen by all entering the city.
The Zoomorphs of Quirigua
Weighing as much as 20 tuns and encoded with mystery, the zoomorphs of Quirigua are amongst the most profound and amazing pieces of art ever produced by the Maya.
Quiriguá: The Maya Creation Stones
Stela C features a very important text describing the founding of the universe in 3114BC. In it, three stones are placed to create a new home for mankind…
The Stelae of Quirigua
The stelae at Quirigua are an outstanding example of Mayan art and include Stela E which is the largest monolithic monument ever erected in Mesoamerica.
Quirigua: Zoomorph G
The beastly Zoomorph G (Monument 7) is dedicated to Quiriguá’s greatest ruler, Cauac Sky (K’ak’ Tiliw Chan Yopaat) who reigned for over 60 years…
Quiriguá: Altar M
Feline-faced Monument 13, also known as Altar M, curiously marks the beginning of Quiriguá’s battle for independence thanks to the inclusion of a brand new emblem…
Mesoamerican Caritas Sonrientes
The “Caritas Sonrientes”, or “Smiley Faces”, stand out on account of their smiling faces, an emotion seldom seen in the artwork of Mesoamerica.