Mayan Collection

Palenque Xtraterrestrial
Carving at PALENQUE, Mexico, which has been interpreted by ingenious theorists as depicting an ancient astronaut in a rocket- powered spacecraft

Codex Troano - 1
Part of a Calendar used by Maya priests, depicting gods and symbolic creatures Plate xx

Mayan ruins, Xunantunich, San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

Page from the Dresden Codex, Maya manuscript. Chromolithograph of a page showing a section of a tonalamatl, a sacred season of 260 days

Castillo, Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, near San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

Dresden Codex
Part of the Mayan manuscript known as the Dresden Codex : the illustrations appear to show gods and demons

MEXICO: TULUM, 1844. The castle at the Mayan ruins of Tulum on the Yucatan Pensinsula. Lithograph by Frederick Catherwood, London, 1844

Tulum, Mexico

Mayan and other pre-Columbian artifacts, Museum of Anthropology and History, Merida, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Statue of Chac-Mool, Cancun, Quitana Roo, Mexico, North America

Tulum beach and El Castillo temple at ancient Mayan site of Tulum, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, North America

Frieze on the 130ft high El Castillo, Xunantunich Ruins, San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

Mayan textiles for sale, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, Central America

Detail of a Stela, Mayan archaeological site, Tikal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Guatemala, Central America

El Castillo (the Castle) at the Mayan ruins of Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, North America

Mayan ruins of Tulum, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, North America

Temple II, Mayan archaeological site, Tikal, Guatemala, Central America

Tulum beach and ancient Mayan site of Tulum, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, North America

View to the north and El Castillo (the Castle) at the Mayan ruins of Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, North America

Tulum beach and ancient Mayan site of Tulum, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, North America

Palace of Labna, Mayan ruins, Labna, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Frieze on the 130ft high El Castillo, Xunantunich Ruins, San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

El Castillo, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico, North America

Carvings of skulls on the Tzompantli, Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Central America, Belize, Cayo, a guide escorts tourists into the Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) cave near Belmopan

TIKAL: MAYAN INSCRIPTION. Canoe scene inscribed on an animal bone in the burial chamber of a Mayan king at Tikal, Guatemala, c731 A.D

Mayan Step Pyramid and Temple Ruins, Uxmal
Pyramid of the Magician step pyramid and other ruins at Uxmal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with trees

Mayan Pottery With Engraved Jaguar
An ancient Mayan pottery beaker engraved with a jaguar design, from the Yucatan, Mexico. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Stucco Frieze, Castillo, Xunantunich Mayan Ruins, outside San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

Close-up of Mayan statue, stelae B dating from 731 AD depicting Rabbit 18, Copan Ruins, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Honduras, Central America

Mayan temple at night. This is El Castillo (the castle), part of the Mayan city of Chichen Itza in Yucatan, Mexico. This structure stands at 22 metres high

Facsimile copy of a page of the Dresden Codex (pen & ink on paper) (see also 82558)
CHT207068 Facsimile copy of a page of the Dresden Codex (pen & ink on paper) (see also 82558) by Mexican School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

El Castillo pyramid, Xunantunich ancient site, Cayo district, Belize

Illustration of people, customs, artefacts, monuments from ancient civilisations and indigenous cultures around the world, including Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Persia, Phoenicia, Inca, Maya, Aztec

Temple of Kukulkan, usually known El Castillo
Temple of Kukulkan, usually referred to as El Castillo ( the castle ), Chichen Itza, YucatAan, Mexico.Image taken outdoors, daylight, some tourists appears on the image

Mexico, Chichen Itza, Stone snake head

Central America, Guatemala, Petan jungle, Tikal National Park. Textiles for sale at Tikal visitors center

Close-up of a Mayan funerary urn in the Popol Vuh Museum in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Central America

One thousand Mayan columns and the great pyramid El Castillo, Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, Central America

Mayan ruins of Palenque

View of Tikal temples in the forest at sunrise, temple III on the right. Tikal National park, Peten, Guatemala

The Magicians Pyramid, Uxmal, Yucatan State, Mexico Uxmal was occupied from 600 to 900 AD and was considered to be an important city in the Late Classic period

El Castillo Pyramid, Chichen Itza, Yucatan, Mexico

Guatemala, Peten, Tikal National Park, Jaguar Temple at the great plaza

Tikal in Guatemala
The Tikal temple complex in Guatemala

Stone mask of Mayan Sun God Kinichna, taken through protective glass, Becan, Mayan Ruins, Campeche, Mexico, North America

Crystal skull and Maya pyramid, artwork
Crystal skull and Maya pyramid, computer artwork

Detail of stone relief, ancient Mayan ruins, Chichten Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of the Mayan Civilization: From Palenque Xtraterrestrial to Codex Troano" Embark on a journey through time and space as we explore the enigmatic world of the Mayans. Nestled amidst lush jungles, the Castillo at Xunantunich Mayan Ruins stands tall, whispering tales of ancient wisdom near San Ignacio, Belize in Central America. Delve into their intricate knowledge with a glimpse into their sacred texts. The mesmerizing pages from the Dresden Codex, a Maya manuscript, reveal secrets that have captivated scholars for centuries. Transport yourself back to 1844 when Frederick Catherwood's lithograph immortalized Tulum's majestic castle on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Discover Tulum beach and its breathtaking blend of natural beauty and ancient ruins. Marvel at Chac-Mool, an awe-inspiring statue embodying both power and mystery. These artifacts offer glimpses into a civilization steeped in spirituality and rich cultural heritage. But it is not just grand structures that define this remarkable civilization; it is also their attention to detail. Admire the intricately carved frieze adorning El Castillo at Xunantunich Ruins—a testament to their artistic prowess. The Mayans left behind more than just physical remnants; they left behind a legacy shrouded in intrigue. As you immerse yourself in these captivating hints of their existence—Palenque Xtraterrestrial, Codex Troano—their story unfolds before your eyes. Join us as we unravel one of history's greatest mysteries—the fascinating world of the Mayans—and discover how this ancient civilization continues to inspire wonder today.