Archaeological Sites, Mayas, Cultural Tours to the Maya World, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, Cancun

More than 3000 years ago… the land now occupied by Southern Mexico- Guatemala-Belize-Honduras and El Salvador, one of the most advances cultures in America flourished ... THE MAYA.

- Wise mathematicians and astronomers developed a solar and ritual calendar.
- Sophisticated hieroglyphics writings.
- Gifted architects.

In the 16° century the spanaiders set foot in the area, today THE MAYA WORLD is the magic of this encounter.

Mundo Maya is a Spectacular part of the world. Its geography is stunning, its sites of interest too numerous to list.

Mundo Maya covers more than 500,000 thousand square kilometers, the wonders of Mundo Maya is it s immense variety and singular theme- a wealth of exiting activities against and ever-changing backdrop, It includes rain forest, high jungles, cloud forest, pine woods and green valleys, more than 700 species of birds share the land other exotic creatures many found nowhere else in the world and already threatened or endangered. There's easy access to more than 150 archaeological sites and a thousands more to excavate.

The ancient Maya knew a great deal about universe in which they live, they studied the earth and the heaving's and walked in harmony with both.

The Yucatan Peninsula is the region in which the Greatness and the Splendor of the Maya Civilization may be appreciated. Visit the magic and extraordinary archaeological sites spread all over the peninsula. This region offers a wonderful and unique experience.

Every day is a new adventure for everyone on a Maya World. Come explore and experience with Maya World Expeditions.

The Cooking delights of the traditional Yucatan cuisine are a mixture of ingredients used by ancient Mayas. The flavors were brought from Spain, The Caribbean and The Middle East. Try famous dishes like: Queso Relleno, Cochinita Pibil, Salbutes, Panuchos, Papadzules Poc- Chuc, Lomitos de Valladolid, Frijol con Puerco, Pan de Cazon, Tikinxic, Pavo en Escabeche, Pollo Pibil, Lime Soup, Flan, Napolitano, and Dulce de Papaya.

Local Senior Tour Guides, experienced with a wide knowledge of the Maya civilization, Professional Expeditions Planners and local Expeditions Directors are waiting for You. Enjoy the charm of the tropical weather and the world famous hospitality of the Mayan Legacy and discover the Mayan way of life.

Welcome to the Maya World México by Maya World Expeditions

Yucatan Wonders Expeditions, 06 days / 05 nights
This expedition is designed to allow participants to have a rich and memorable experience of southeastern Mexico, while enjoying the many wonders of Yucatan, visiting colorful sites and little-visited Mayan ruins that are perplexing and mysterious as Oxkintok, Ek Balam (Black Jaguar or Jaguar Star) Places where the Maya demonstrated their dedication and passion for the calculation of time, solar and lunar eclipses and astronomy. Beautiful Colonial Cities with a wide Franciscan monk influence like Izamal, Valladolid and of course Mérida the capital of Yucatan. Walk through calm plazas surrounded by churches and convents full of legends and history ...

Mayan Jewels Expeditions, 07 days / 06 nights
Eco conscious travelers please take note. This expedition is going "green" and intends to be an enriching educational experience for everyone. We will visit some magnificent Maya Jewels like Palenque, Chichen Itza, Uxmal, and Balamku. Be in contact with local people, learn about their traditions and enjoy the cultural diversity. Here the past is ever present, mingling with the modern. Mexico is a country privileged by its astonishing ecological diversity. Commune with wildlife, admire natural beauty and immerse yourself in a rich cultural heritage. Deeper into a remote area of the Valley of the Mask is the Maya Jewel "Calakmul" ...

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Ecoarchaeological & Cultural Tours to the Maya World

After Breakfast Get acquainted with Mérida on a morning tour of the city. Then we will continue our expedition where Deep in the Mexican jungle rests the city of Cobá is a special site simply because it's a little bit out of the way. The extra effort in getting there puts off enough tourists to keep this site pleasurably peaceful! This site was populated and used for agricultural purposes as far back as 600 BC. By the 1st century AD.

Some archaeologist calculates "that during the eighth century an estimated 20,000 structures housed a population of approximately 55,000 inhabitants. It bears numerous hallmarks of a major regional center: areal size, size and number of structures, inter- and intra-site sacbes, dated stelae, and ball courts."

The expansion of Cobá is clearly visible in the physical remains of sacbes, including 50 intrasite roads as well as the longest known Maya roadway, which extends 100 km from Cobá to Yaxuna (near Chichen Itza) and a 16 km-long sacbe extending southwest from Cobá to Ixil. Folan estimated the area of urban Cobá at 63 km2 these roads are the finest example of the Mayan mode of transportation anywhere in Mexico. While most of the stones have since been misplaced, the well-defined paths are unmistakable. We will enjoy a delicious Lunch at Club Med Hotel, and then continue to explore the walled city of Tulum, perched on cliffs overlooking a stunning tropical paradise.


Merida		Coba

Tulum is the most visited of the Maya sites in the Yucatan and not only because of its proximity to Cancun. Although the ruins are structurally less impressive than Chichen Itza or Uxmal and much less extensive, they have the azure Caribbean as a backdrop - a startling contrast, and heaven for the photographer or artist. Because the area is small and there is comparatively little climbing involved, you can gain a fair appreciation of Tulum in a couple of hours.

Just in past the main entrance to the ruins is the "Temple of the Frescoes". The walls inside the temple are painted with a mural honoring the "Diving God" and the goddess of corn. The Diving God is the most important god in Tulum. He is interpreted to be god descending from the heavens to receive the offerings of men. The corners outside the temple are decorated with stucco masks.

The "Castillo" is the largest building on the site. It was a temple and fortress. Like all of the buildings here, it was once covered in stucco and painted. The top of the building served as a guide for boats looking for the one entrance through the reef into the harbor.

The "Temple of the Winds" is to the North of the Castillo, perched over the water. Rumor has it that it served as a warning system for hurricanes. Supposedly, the temple whistled when Roxanne reached hurricane force winds in 1995.

INFORMATION & SALES:

Coba Av. 5 y 7, Mza. 8, Sm. 22, Cancun, MX 77500, Lobby Soberanis Hotel

our Telephone numbers: Worldwide: +52 (998) 884-45-64

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