Climbing a Mayan pyramid is the easy part. Reaching the top of these structures constructed of stone more than 1,000 years ago on what is now the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico requires only stamina and ...

Jeff Karl Kowalski will lead the Archaeological Institute of America’s walking-heavy tour through Mayan civilization. He’ll take you to the requisite stops, like the ornate structures in the Puuc city ...

Join us for a presentation by photographer Chris Fisher. We will travel with Chris on a journey deep into the jungles of the Yucatan Peninsula. We will learn about the native birds and look for ...

Mexico is the North American nation with the most UNESCO World Heritage sites, thanks in large part to its rich history and well-preserved archaeological sites – some of which are still being ...

Discover the history and culture of the Maya on an in-depth 14-day tour of Mexico that traverses the Yucatan Peninsula. The excursion, offered by Archaeological Tours and led by William Saturno, an ...

Cancún is surrounded by some of the world's most captivating ancient cities, built centuries ago by the Mayan civilization. You can visit extensive and dazzling ruins that are just minutes away from ...

Dr. Timothy Hare, associate professor of anthropology at Morehead State University, published a new book centered around his extensive work in Mayan ruins and the Yucatan Peninsula. The book is titled ...

Apocalypse when? The Maya, known for their tall pyramids, epic ballgames and human sacrifices, once dominated the Mexican state of Yucatán. These days, the area makes a fascinating destination for a ...

Mexico is the North American nation with the most UNESCO World Heritage sites, thanks in large part to its rich history and well-preserved archaeological sites -- some of which are still being ...