Legends of the Mayab
Explore the captivating Mayan legends of the Mayab, a magical journey through ancient myths.
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Legends from the Mayab
Chechén and Chaká: The Balance of Nature
Chechen and chaka were used for their hardness and also as medicines. However, the resin of the...

Legends from the Mayab
A bone-chilling legend: The Xcabachén cenote in Maní
Deep dive to the legend of the cenote Xcabachén, in Maní, a sacred destination that hides the last...

Legends from the Mayab
The Legend of The Cocay (Kóokay or Firefly)
Have you seen lights flying through the Yucatan grass? They are fireflies or Cocay and there is a...
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