– Pyramids of Tikal (Guatemala) – Towering temples rise above the rainforest canopy, evoking awe. –
– Chichen Itza (Mexico) – Home to the Kukulkan Pyramid, an architectural marvel aligned with the equinoxes. –
– Palenque (Mexico) – Known for its intricate carvings and the Tomb of the Red Queen. –
– Copán (Honduras) – Famous for its detailed stelae and the Hieroglyphic Stairway. –
– Uxmal (Mexico) – Features the Pyramid of the Magician, built with rounded corners, rare for Mayan architecture. –
– Calakmul (Mexico) – A vast ancient city hidden within the dense jungle, with twin pyramids. –
– Yaxchilán (Mexico) – Located by the Usumacinta River, known for its elaborate lintels and sculptures. –
– Bonampak (Mexico) – Famous for vivid murals depicting ancient ceremonies and battles. –
– Coba (Mexico) – Home to the tallest Mayan pyramid in the Yucatán Peninsula, Nohoch Mul. –
Lamanai (Belize) – A lakeside city with structures reflecting over 3,000 years of continuous habitation.