World of the Mayas

“The World of the Mayas refers to the selection of central American countries and states of Mexico that have the privilege to share the legacy of this amazing, wise and pacefully civilization.“

Why World of the Maya

The entities of the World of the Maya also share their great cultural and natural wealth. Beaches on the turquoise Caribbean, breathtaking volcanoes, underground rivers and cenotes, forests, jungles and mangroves are all found in the region. Also outstanding, are its festivals, cuisine, handicrafts and destinations offering a top-notch tourist infrastructure.

In Mexico, Mayan archaeological vestiges are found in Chichen Itza, Ek Balam, Uxmal and the Puuc Route, in Yucatan; Edzna, Chicanna and Calakmul, in Campeche; Comalcalco in Tabasco; Tulum and Kohunlich in Quintana Roo; and Palenque, Yaxchilan, Tonina and Bonampak in Chiapas. In Belize, Lamanai, Caracol and Xunantunich; in El Salvador, San Andres; in Honduras, Copan; and in Guatemala, Quirigua and cities of El Petén, such as beautiful Tikal, named, among others, World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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