Ek’ Balam is one of the most impressive Mayan archeological zones, thanks to its incredible preservation. A new discovery ...

A recent archaeological discovery at an ancient Maya city has shed new light on the civilization’s political dynamics, ...

Modern technology, new excavations and curious amateurs have helped unearth some of the world's greatest treasures in the ...

Deep in the jungle, an American traveler left a village speechless when he began speaking their ancient Mayan language. What started as a simple visit turned into an unforgettable cultural exchange.

Ix Ch'ak Ch'een joins a distinguished roster of known Maya queens including Yohl Ik'nal of Palenque, who ruled in the late 6th century, and Lady K'abel of El Peru-Waka', who held the title of kaloomte ...

Running along the Caribbean shores of the lush Yucatán Peninsula, Riviera Maya is a 100-mile (160km) stretch of sands ...

K’awiil is the name of a Mayan deity associated with divine lightning and royalty. Associating the god with Ix Ch’ak Ch’een ...

There are hundreds of caves in Belize that served as portals to what the Maya called Xibalba—home to ancient death gods, rituals, and extraordinary relics left behind. Accessible only by kayak or ...

The Maya civilization possessed the remarkable ability to forecast solar eclipses with stunning accuracy for over 700 years, using nothing more than careful observation and mathematical genius. A ...

The Mayan Train offers a transformative travel experience, connecting key southeastern Mexican destinations. On a FAM trip with CCRA, travel advisors enjoyed immersive cultural and historical ...

Ancient hieroglyphics discovered in Mexico have revealed the identity of a long-forgotten Mayan ruler. The inscription — ...

Mayan language experts have decoded the name of a previously unknown Maya queen on a stone inscription discovered last year.