Calakmul, a sprawling Mayan metropolis in the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, is a testament to the ancient world’s ingenuity and power. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers visitors an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature and history. Thanks to the Tren Maya, accessing this remote treasure and its nearby coastal paradises will become even…
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The Tren Maya is a dream come true for jungle enthusiasts. This modern marvel winds its way through the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula, offering unparalleled access to some of the most biodiverse and captivating rainforests in the world. Here are some tips for the Tren Maya for jungle lovers. The Lacandona Jungle: A Pristine…
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The state of Campeche two has Tren Maya routes: Palenque-Cancún and Chetumal-Escárcega, offering travelers ample exploration opportunities. With ancient ruins and a fortified colonial city, Campeche blends history, culture, and natural beauty, inviting visitors to journey through time. Here are some tips on the Tren Maya: Campeche. Edzná: The House of the Itzáes Edzná, an…
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Calakmul means “two adjacent mounds” in Yucatan Maya, in reference to the 2 biggest pyramids of the site: structures I and II. But, according to some hieroglyphs, the city would also have had other names like Kan “snake” or Ux te tuun “three stones”. It is the site where the greatest number of steles from…
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The first Mayan cities appeared 3,500 years ago. On the coast of the Pacific Ocean. In some of them, such as Paso de la Amada or La Blanca, there were large platforms and walkways where crowds of people congregated. The pottery in those ritual spaces reveals the use of gigantic containers to keep tamales warm…
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Calakmul, an ancient Maya city in Campeche, Mexico’s rainforest, is still a not-so known treasure in the Yucatan Peninsula. The Maya city of Calakmul hides in a dense tropical rainforest abounding with unique fauna. It is a once-in-a-lifetime excursion that deserves a checkmark. Here you’ll find yourself among the ruins, enveloped in a mystical solitude.…
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