Maya Culture
Maya Gods
Meet the main Maya gods, from Kukulkan to Chaac, and discover where to find traces of their mytholog...
Maya Culture
An Easter Tradition: The Chuuk Jeel in Dzitás
Discover Chuuk Jeel in Dzitás, Yucatán: a unique Easter tradition with ritual dances, sacred balché,...
Maya Culture
The Sacred Cenote at Chichén Itzá
Why is Chichén Itzá’s Sacred Cenote green? Explore its history, lost Maya treasures, and the mysteri...
Maya Culture
Yucatecan Embroidery: Heritage and Maya Identity
The beautiful heritage of embroidery: techniques, stories, and craftsmanship throughout the whole st...
Maya Culture
Chuc: A Maya Surname, a Personal Story
What’s in a Maya name? Alberto Chuc explores the history of his surname, from its "charcoal" origins...
Maya Culture
Maya Astronomy: Witnessing the Equinox in Yucatan
Discover the fascinating events of the equinox and solstice in Yucatán, see how the Maya integrated ...
Maya Culture
A stroll through the pyramids of Izamal
Discover the pyramids of the Magical Town Izamal! Beyond the City Center, you can find a variety of ...
Maya Culture
The History of Henequén, Yucatán’s Green Gold
Discover the history of Henequén: from the Maya legend to the Haciendas and the Caste War, the uniqu...
Maya Culture
Popular Yucatecan Beliefs, my Chichí's Advice to Good Health
What is 'jatzajá' and why does your 'chichí' protect you from 'mal aire'? Discover Yucatán's traditi...
