Ek Balam: The Black Jaguar of the Yucatan Peninsula
Jun20

Ek Balam: The Black Jaguar of the Yucatan Peninsula

While nearby Chichen Itza gets far more visitors, Ek Balam should not be missed. In many ways it’s even more enjoyable than the more famous Yucatan ruins.

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Seat of the 2012 Apocalypse–Chichen Itza
Sep13

Seat of the 2012 Apocalypse–Chichen Itza

During the last couple of years, there has been a lot of hype over the supposed upcoming apocalypse coming to a winter solstice near you.  If you’ve somehow managed to miss hearing about this dreaded event based on the Mayan calendar, check this out to get caught up to speed. One of the most famous structures at the UNESCO Heritage Site of Chichen Itza is the Temple of Kukulkan, the feathered serpent deity portrayed throughout...

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Visiting Lord Chocolate in Tikal
Mar24

Visiting Lord Chocolate in Tikal

Tikal, the former home of Lord Chocolate and a large civilization, is an amazing place to visit while in Guatemala.

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