Mayan sites 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 sites 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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]]> Incredible Mayan Ruins You Should Visit https://travelerdreams.com/these-are-the-incredible-mayan-ruins-you-want-to-visit-2/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:12:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=1645 The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and other countries in the area. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list but these are the absolute best. Xunantunich, Belize Xunantunich is quite a large spot with Mayan ruins that […]

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]]> The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and other countries in the area. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list but these are the absolute best.

Xunantunich, Belize

Xunantunich is quite a large spot with Mayan ruins that you can spend all day exploring. After you’ve visited Belize, take a short trip from there to this stunning location.

Tikal, Guatemala

According to archaeologists, Tikal used to be the capital city in the time of the Mayans. New ruins continue being discovered around Tikal, which means it’s a must-visit location.

Chichen Itza, Mexico

Everyone who’s been to Mexico always visits Chichen Itza first! It is very close to Cancun, which means you can also enjoy a few days on the beach. The huge El Castillo has 365 steps, one for each day in a year.

Copan, Honduras

The stelae are the main reason why tourists decide to go to Copan. These are stunning stone sculptures of the Mayans and their ancestors. Honduras might sound like a dangerous country to visit, but these days it is much safer.

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]]> 5 Sites to Visit in Flores, Guatemala https://travelerdreams.com/5-sites-to-visit-in-flores-guatemala/ Tue, 13 Aug 2019 10:14:58 +0000 https://stagingtrd.wpengine.com/?p=1626 Flores is a gorgeous town in Guatemala with more history than you could possible imagine. Here are five sites you need to visit if you are backpacking through the Americas. Tikal Tikal is the largest Mayan site in the world. Here you can admire the ancient Kingdom and visit the impressive Temple IV. https://www.instagram.com/p/BqvIUMKBtos/ Ruins […]

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]]> Flores is a gorgeous town in Guatemala with more history than you could possible imagine. Here are five sites you need to visit if you are backpacking through the Americas.

Tikal

Tikal is the largest Mayan site in the world. Here you can admire the ancient Kingdom and visit the impressive Temple IV.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BqvIUMKBtos/

Ruins of Uaxactún

Here you will find the ancient pyramids and temples of the Mayan world. At sunrise, the sun appears to rise out of the central temple, so set your alarm for super early.

Ixpanpajul Natural Park

Ixpanpajul is just 15 minutes from Flores and you can arrange pick-up services from the city easily. Once you get to the park, you will be faced with dense jungles and a zip-line through the forest.

Yaxhá

This large Mayan ceremonial city was once home to 20,000 people. You can easily spend a whole day admiring the area and checking out the ancient buildings and acropolises.

Petencito Zoo

The zoo in Flores is a genuine rehabilitation center. If you love animals but dislike zoos, you can view the lovely animals at Petencito Zoo, who are recuperating before being released back into the wild.

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]]> These Are The Incredible Mayan Ruins You Want To Visit https://travelerdreams.com/these-are-the-incredible-mayan-ruins-you-want-to-visit/ Sat, 05 Jan 2019 18:12:03 +0000 https://stagingtrd.wpengine.com/?p=1645 The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Yucatan and more. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list. That is the main reason why we decided to bring you the top spots you have to consider seeing first. Xunantunich, […]

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]]> The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Yucatan and more. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list. That is the main reason why we decided to bring you the top spots you have to consider seeing first.

Xunantunich, Belize

Xunantunich is quite a large spot with Mayan ruins that you can spend all day exploring. After you’ve visited Belize, take a short trip from there to this stunning location.

Tikal, Guatemala

According to archaeologists, Tikal used to be a capital city in the time of the Mayans. They continue discovering new ruins around Tikal, which means it’s a must-visit location.

Chichen Itza, Mexico

Everyone who’s been to Mexico always visits Chichen Itza first! It is very close to Cancun, which means you can also enjoy a few days on the beach. The huge El Castillo has 365 steps, one for each day in a year.

Copan, Honduras

The stelae are the main reason why tourists decide to go to Copan. These are stunning stone sculptures of the Mayans and their ancestors. Honduras might sound like a dangerous country to visit, but these days it is much safer.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BrGJEmKn-H6/?fbclid=IwAR1aHb8giwg7GpHiluMBo_2G_XZtzJOOYWrhDPx_Wgaj6NI_npEhpgf5fmw

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Mayan sites 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 sites 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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]]> Incredible Mayan Ruins You Should Visit https://travelerdreams.com/these-are-the-incredible-mayan-ruins-you-want-to-visit-2/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:12:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=1645 The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and other countries in the area. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list but these are the absolute best. Xunantunich, Belize Xunantunich is quite a large spot with Mayan ruins that […]

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]]> The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and other countries in the area. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list but these are the absolute best.

Xunantunich, Belize

Xunantunich is quite a large spot with Mayan ruins that you can spend all day exploring. After you’ve visited Belize, take a short trip from there to this stunning location.

Tikal, Guatemala

According to archaeologists, Tikal used to be the capital city in the time of the Mayans. New ruins continue being discovered around Tikal, which means it’s a must-visit location.

Chichen Itza, Mexico

Everyone who’s been to Mexico always visits Chichen Itza first! It is very close to Cancun, which means you can also enjoy a few days on the beach. The huge El Castillo has 365 steps, one for each day in a year.

Copan, Honduras

The stelae are the main reason why tourists decide to go to Copan. These are stunning stone sculptures of the Mayans and their ancestors. Honduras might sound like a dangerous country to visit, but these days it is much safer.

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]]> 5 Sites to Visit in Flores, Guatemala https://travelerdreams.com/5-sites-to-visit-in-flores-guatemala/ Tue, 13 Aug 2019 10:14:58 +0000 https://stagingtrd.wpengine.com/?p=1626 Flores is a gorgeous town in Guatemala with more history than you could possible imagine. Here are five sites you need to visit if you are backpacking through the Americas. Tikal Tikal is the largest Mayan site in the world. Here you can admire the ancient Kingdom and visit the impressive Temple IV. https://www.instagram.com/p/BqvIUMKBtos/ Ruins […]

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]]> Flores is a gorgeous town in Guatemala with more history than you could possible imagine. Here are five sites you need to visit if you are backpacking through the Americas.

Tikal

Tikal is the largest Mayan site in the world. Here you can admire the ancient Kingdom and visit the impressive Temple IV.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BqvIUMKBtos/

Ruins of Uaxactún

Here you will find the ancient pyramids and temples of the Mayan world. At sunrise, the sun appears to rise out of the central temple, so set your alarm for super early.

Ixpanpajul Natural Park

Ixpanpajul is just 15 minutes from Flores and you can arrange pick-up services from the city easily. Once you get to the park, you will be faced with dense jungles and a zip-line through the forest.

Yaxhá

This large Mayan ceremonial city was once home to 20,000 people. You can easily spend a whole day admiring the area and checking out the ancient buildings and acropolises.

Petencito Zoo

The zoo in Flores is a genuine rehabilitation center. If you love animals but dislike zoos, you can view the lovely animals at Petencito Zoo, who are recuperating before being released back into the wild.

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]]> These Are The Incredible Mayan Ruins You Want To Visit https://travelerdreams.com/these-are-the-incredible-mayan-ruins-you-want-to-visit/ Sat, 05 Jan 2019 18:12:03 +0000 https://stagingtrd.wpengine.com/?p=1645 The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Yucatan and more. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list. That is the main reason why we decided to bring you the top spots you have to consider seeing first. Xunantunich, […]

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]]> The Mayan ruins are witnesses of a whole culture that was beyond amazing. They are located all over Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Yucatan and more. These ancient ruins are probably already on your bucket list. That is the main reason why we decided to bring you the top spots you have to consider seeing first.

Xunantunich, Belize

Xunantunich is quite a large spot with Mayan ruins that you can spend all day exploring. After you’ve visited Belize, take a short trip from there to this stunning location.

Tikal, Guatemala

According to archaeologists, Tikal used to be a capital city in the time of the Mayans. They continue discovering new ruins around Tikal, which means it’s a must-visit location.

Chichen Itza, Mexico

Everyone who’s been to Mexico always visits Chichen Itza first! It is very close to Cancun, which means you can also enjoy a few days on the beach. The huge El Castillo has 365 steps, one for each day in a year.

Copan, Honduras

The stelae are the main reason why tourists decide to go to Copan. These are stunning stone sculptures of the Mayans and their ancestors. Honduras might sound like a dangerous country to visit, but these days it is much safer.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BrGJEmKn-H6/?fbclid=IwAR1aHb8giwg7GpHiluMBo_2G_XZtzJOOYWrhDPx_Wgaj6NI_npEhpgf5fmw

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