Your Springtime Guide to Stann Creek, Belize
Spring has arrived, making it the perfect time to discover the wonders of Stann Creek, Belize. A wonderful blend of...
READ MOREToday, you can tour authentic sites left by this great culture and, in many cases, be guided by a direct descendant, a modern-day Maya.
Belize’s Maya occupation began as early as 1500 BC, but it was not until the Classic period of 250 AD to 900 AD that the Maya population is thought to have exceeded 1 million people in Belize. However, much about the ancient Maya remains a mystery now.
To experience Maya culture in Belize, check with your hotel or local tour operators to see what ancient Maya temples are open for exploration. Also, be sure to speak with contemporary Maya families. They will be happy to tell you of their culture and share stories that have been passed down through the generations.
Located at the mouth of the Monkey River, the village is bordered on the west by riverine forests and is…
The Maya temples of Lubaantun are unique in that they were built entirely without the aid of mortar. Each stone…
Take a short boat ride across the Corozal Bay to Cerros or an adventurous trip by road. As the only…
Deep in the heart of the Chiquibul Forest Reserve lies one of the most impressive Maya sites in Belize, Caracol,…
Just a short walk from the present-day town of Cahal Pech, also known as “The Place of Ticks” in Yucatecan…
Altun Ha, the archaeological site closest to Belize City, was a major Maya culture ceremonial center and the discovery site…
Boat up the New River from Orange Walk to the Lamanai Maya temples. On your boat ride, in addition to…
Take the hand-cranked ferry over the Mopan River to Xunantunich, which sits atop a hill in San Jose Succotz village…