The ancient metropolis was the capital of the Maya’s K’anwitznal kingdom, and during Ucanal’s peak, from roughly 630 to 1000, city settlements covered about 10 square miles (26 square ...

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a nearly 3,000-year-old Mayan complex in Guatemala, revealing sanctuaries, pyramids and a unique canal system that could shed further light on the ...

Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a Mayan city nearly 3,000 years old in northern Guatemala, with pyramids and monuments that point to its significance as an important ceremonial site ...

Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a Mayan city nearly 3,000 years old in northern Guatemala, with pyramids and monuments that point to its significance as an important ceremonial site ...

Some Maya communities today still use the ancient calendar. “This calendar system has lasted for at least 2,200 years, maintained by the Maya during times of incredible change, stress and ...

Mexico: Archaeologist finds 'hidden pyramid' in Mayan structure The ancient Maya date back more than 4,000 years and were famous for their architecture, mathematics and astronomical beliefs.

Plazas and pyramids The mapping detected about 60,000 individual structures, including four major Mayan ceremonial centres with plazas and pyramids. 3D view of Tikal with view of earthworks.