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Dzibilchaltún to Remain Closed for Spring Equinox

Due to ongoing archaeological work at the site, Dzibilchaltún will not be admiting visitors for the spring exquinox.

Yaxuná: The Rise and Fall of the Maya Turquoise City

The archaeological site of Yaxuná, sometimes also spelled Yaxunah, is one of the most fascinating in the entire peninsula, but you are unlikely to find it in any guidebooks

Xtampak, the enigmatic capital of the Chenes region

Santa Rosa Xtampak was first settled by Mayan peoples sometime in the early 4th century BCE. These early settlers likely came from city-states already established at the far southern end of what today is Campeche and Northern Guatemala

New Museum in Chichén Itzá Promises to Dazzle Visitors

The museum covers nearly 30,000 square feet and is equipped with a visitor's center and state-of-the-art museography, which includes exhibits and headphones for virtual guided visits.

A Guide to Exploring the Maya Puuc Region in 2024

After years of restoration, the Puuc region is looking more glorious than ever.

CDMX’s National Museum of Anthropology is Among the Best in the...

Mexico City's National Museum of Anthropology houses some of the country's largest and most impressive exhibits in the entire country.

Fire Extinguished Near Ancient Temples at Dzoyilá

A fire at the archaeological site Dzoyilá burned aside dry grass and weeds that covered Maya temples that had become overgrown with brush. Contained in...

Getting to Belize’s ‘El Caracol’ is not easy or cheap, but...

Caracol is a large ancient Mayan city located in Belize's Cayo District and just a few kilometers from the Guatemalan border.

This Is Why So Many Maya Ruins In Mexico Are Unreachable

Mexico is officially home to 187 Prehispanic archaeological sites, but not all of them are truly open to the public.

Explore Mérida’s Archaeological Treasures With Yucatán Magazine

Ichcanzijó (Ancient downtown Mérida) is believed to have been founded in the 5th Century BCE, but the remains of other settlements date more than a millennia further back in time.

Uaxactún, The Lofty Maya City Born of Heaven

Given its location between Tikal and Calakmul, it's no surprise that Uaxactún played a major role in the centuries-long “Star Wars” conflict between these two great powers.

Several of Yucatán’s Archaeological Sites Lack Toilets, Electricity For Now

If you plan to explore Yucatán's Puuc region in the near term, better bring along some toilet paper.

Video: Beyond the Templo Mayor: Archaeology in the CDMX Metro Area

In this video presentation hosted at the Mérida English Library, our editor covers the archaeology of the Mexico City Metropolitan Area beyond the tourist hotspots.

Off the Beaten Path, the Great City of Chacmultún Awaits

In the southern Puuc, the ruins of Chacmultún await for travelers to discover nearly 2000 years of history.

Join Us to Explore the Lesser-Visited Treasures of the Puuc

The focus of this expedition is to discover the wonders of some lesser-visited Maya Puuc sites, including seldom visited Chacmultún in the municipality of Tekax, as well as Labná and Sayil.

2023’s Most Amazing Archaeological Discoveries in Mexico’s Maya World

2023 was an extraordinary year when it came to archaeology in Mexico’s Maya world

Tlaxcala: Mexico’s Smallest State Has a Lot to Offer Visitors

Tlaxcala is the smallest state in Mexico, nestled in the heart of the country. But despite its size, it boasts a rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty.

Mexico’s First Caribbean Destination Keeps Its Archaeological Treasures Hidden

Before tourism began to take off in the region, Akumal had a population of just a couple dozen folks, who according to locals there today, were the descendants of the same people who built the ancient port

These Maya Temples Are About to Open for Free in Izamal

Izamal will officially open previously off-limits Maya temples to the public on Dec. 7.

Until Recently, El Palomar Was Off-Limits, But Now Uxmal’s Latest Attraction...

Like several other sites, most notably Chichén Viejo, Uxmal has recently had considerable resources devoted to it, including much-needed basic maintenance and the restoration and opening to the public of entirely new areas.

El Conde: A Palace Fit for Kings in the Mexica Heartland

The Temple of el Conde is believed to have reached the zenith of its splendor in the 14th Century under the reign of the Tlatoani Tezozóoc

Challenge Yourself to Ascend the Aztec Temple of Drunkenness and Fertility

The Xochimilca people occupied El Tepozteco before being conquered by the Aztec Triple Alliance in 1438 CE.

New Uxmal Temples Will Open to the Public by the End...

It is more likely than not that these new sections will be open to the public by the end of the year, though no official date has been announced. 

The Grand City of Cholula and its Sacred Pyramid — the...

Nestled in the central Mexican highlands and surrounded by Mexico's most iconic volcanic chain lay the ancient city of Cholula. 
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