Mayan Ruins Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Mon, 30 May 2022 12:45:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Mayan Ruins Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 Belize is Worth the Visit for its Ancient Mayan Sites Alone https://travelerdreams.com/belize-is-worth-the-visit-for-its-ancient-mayan-sites-alone/ Tue, 31 May 2022 08:26:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=18685 Most people visiting Belize are there for the sun-kissed beaches scattered along its Caribbean Sea shorelines, but its rich historical heritage is just as impressive. This Central American country is home to many ancient Mayan sites, and here are some of the archeological reserves that you shouldn’t miss during your visit. Xunantunich Xunantunich translates as […]

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]]> Most people visiting Belize are there for the sun-kissed beaches scattered along its Caribbean Sea shorelines, but its rich historical heritage is just as impressive. This Central American country is home to many ancient Mayan sites, and here are some of the archeological reserves that you shouldn’t miss during your visit.

Xunantunich

Xunantunich translates as “maiden on the rock” and consists of pyramid-shaped structures, offering amazing panoramic views from the top.

Caracol

Located in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, this ancient Maya archaeological site covers an enormous area of approximately 200 square kilometers—a larger area than present-day Belize City.

Lamanai

Lamanai was one of the major cities of the Mayan civilization and this archaeological site remains on its grounds. In addition to temples and scenic vistas, it’s now home to a tiny museum and shop.

Altun Ha

Altun Ha is one of Belize’s most recently discovered major Mayan cities, and it’s home to several Mesoamerican pyramids, including the Temple of the Masonry Altars.

Actun Tunichil Muknal

Not all Mayan sites in Belize consist of ancient ruins. The underground archeological site Actun Tunichil Muknal is a case in point. It’s believed it was once used for ceremonial purposes, and skeletons, ceramics, and stoneware were discovered on its grounds.

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]]> The Mayan Ruins of El Salvador Will Take Your Breath Away https://travelerdreams.com/the-mayan-ruins-of-el-salvador-will-take-your-breath-away/ Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:50:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=12493 Mayan archeological sites can be found in many Central American countries, including El Salvador. Despite its tiny size, this country will impress you with its rich historical heritage, especially if you make sure to visit these three Mayan sites during your visit. Joya de Cerén Joya de Cerén is located in El Salvador’s La Libertad […]

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]]> Mayan archeological sites can be found in many Central American countries, including El Salvador. Despite its tiny size, this country will impress you with its rich historical heritage, especially if you make sure to visit these three Mayan sites during your visit.

Joya de Cerén

Joya de Cerén is located in El Salvador’s La Libertad department and its tragic backstory earned it the nickname “Pompeii of the Americas”. The Mayan farming village that was once located on its premises was destroyed in the eruption of the Loma Caldera volcano, but the ruins still remain.

San Andrés

Historians believe that this historical site dates back to 900 BCE and that it once served as the Mayan capital in the valley of Zapotitán. A visit to this tourist attraction is a truly special experience because you can climb the pyramids, visit the museum, and enjoy the views of the indigo fields in the distance.

Tazumal

Tazumal is one of El Salvador’s most picturesque Pre-Columbian Mayan sites, but there’s still a lot we don’t know about it. The metal artifacts excavated here are believed to date back to the 8th century AD, which makes them the oldest metal artifacts found in Mesoamerica.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Mayan Ruins Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Mon, 30 May 2022 12:45:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Mayan Ruins Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 Belize is Worth the Visit for its Ancient Mayan Sites Alone https://travelerdreams.com/belize-is-worth-the-visit-for-its-ancient-mayan-sites-alone/ Tue, 31 May 2022 08:26:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=18685 Most people visiting Belize are there for the sun-kissed beaches scattered along its Caribbean Sea shorelines, but its rich historical heritage is just as impressive. This Central American country is home to many ancient Mayan sites, and here are some of the archeological reserves that you shouldn’t miss during your visit. Xunantunich Xunantunich translates as […]

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]]> Most people visiting Belize are there for the sun-kissed beaches scattered along its Caribbean Sea shorelines, but its rich historical heritage is just as impressive. This Central American country is home to many ancient Mayan sites, and here are some of the archeological reserves that you shouldn’t miss during your visit.

Xunantunich

Xunantunich translates as “maiden on the rock” and consists of pyramid-shaped structures, offering amazing panoramic views from the top.

Caracol

Located in the foothills of the Maya Mountains, this ancient Maya archaeological site covers an enormous area of approximately 200 square kilometers—a larger area than present-day Belize City.

Lamanai

Lamanai was one of the major cities of the Mayan civilization and this archaeological site remains on its grounds. In addition to temples and scenic vistas, it’s now home to a tiny museum and shop.

Altun Ha

Altun Ha is one of Belize’s most recently discovered major Mayan cities, and it’s home to several Mesoamerican pyramids, including the Temple of the Masonry Altars.

Actun Tunichil Muknal

Not all Mayan sites in Belize consist of ancient ruins. The underground archeological site Actun Tunichil Muknal is a case in point. It’s believed it was once used for ceremonial purposes, and skeletons, ceramics, and stoneware were discovered on its grounds.

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]]> The Mayan Ruins of El Salvador Will Take Your Breath Away https://travelerdreams.com/the-mayan-ruins-of-el-salvador-will-take-your-breath-away/ Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:50:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=12493 Mayan archeological sites can be found in many Central American countries, including El Salvador. Despite its tiny size, this country will impress you with its rich historical heritage, especially if you make sure to visit these three Mayan sites during your visit. Joya de Cerén Joya de Cerén is located in El Salvador’s La Libertad […]

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]]> Mayan archeological sites can be found in many Central American countries, including El Salvador. Despite its tiny size, this country will impress you with its rich historical heritage, especially if you make sure to visit these three Mayan sites during your visit.

Joya de Cerén

Joya de Cerén is located in El Salvador’s La Libertad department and its tragic backstory earned it the nickname “Pompeii of the Americas”. The Mayan farming village that was once located on its premises was destroyed in the eruption of the Loma Caldera volcano, but the ruins still remain.

San Andrés

Historians believe that this historical site dates back to 900 BCE and that it once served as the Mayan capital in the valley of Zapotitán. A visit to this tourist attraction is a truly special experience because you can climb the pyramids, visit the museum, and enjoy the views of the indigo fields in the distance.

Tazumal

Tazumal is one of El Salvador’s most picturesque Pre-Columbian Mayan sites, but there’s still a lot we don’t know about it. The metal artifacts excavated here are believed to date back to the 8th century AD, which makes them the oldest metal artifacts found in Mesoamerica.

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