The pyramid-building Maya reigned over much of Central America. Today, descendants keep Maya history alive—a sign of resilience. This sculpture of the head of a Mayan warrior found in the Temple of ...

Rare climbing sites: Belize’s Lamanai and Xunantunich still allow visitors to climb their ancient temples, offering a rare perspective on Mayan architecture and history. Ancient cosmic blueprint: A ...

For centuries, the decline of the Maya civilization has remained one of history’s most compelling enigmas. At its height during the Classic Period (roughly 250 to 900 CE), the Maya world boasted ...