Few ancient civilizations capture the imagination quite like the Maya. Spread across the dense jungles and highlands of Mesoamerica — modern-day southern Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Image Credit: Deposit Photos. In the heart of Mesoamerica, a civilization flourished with an intellect that rivaled the greatest ...

Researchers are still puzzling through what happened to the ancient Maya civilization, which mysteriously dwindled. New ...

Diane and Arlen Chase have spent a good portion of their lives uncovering the once-great city of Caracol. Their ...

Throughout history, clean and potable water has been one of the most prized possessions, without which no human civilization could have ever sustained itself. Not only is water crucial for drinking ...

A new, immersive exhibit has arrived at the California Science Center — and it explores an ancient, bygone civilization. “Maya: The Exhibition,” which opened earlier this week and will run through ...

Turkeys hold a special place in modern celebrations, especially during Thanksgiving. However, these birds have a rich history that dates back to ancient Maya civilization. In this culture, turkeys ...

The mystery and the challenge of the ancient Maya -- Background : geography, chronology, and theoretical perspective -- The exploration and archaeology of the Maya : a brief history -- Obscure ...