From the Olmecs to the Aztecs, Mexico's ancient cultures have left an enduring legacy in the many archaeological sites throughout the country.
The ancient Mayan site of Tulum is located in the Riviera Maya south of Cancun. Located on the beautiful Caribbean coast, Tulum is among the most visually striking places in Mexico.
The Yucatan Peninsula offers many attractions but its ancient Maya ruins are among the most fascinating.
Chichén Itzá, the most famous Mayan temple city, served as the political and economic center of the Mayan civilization.
View photos of Chichen Itza, a Mayan archaeological site, now one of the New 7 World Wonders.
Teotihuacan, a large archaeological site outside of Mexico City, is famous for its Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon. Take a virtual tour of this ancient site.
Mesoamerica was home to many cultural groups. Here are descriptions of the most important ancient Mexican civilizations, and their various archaeological sites.
An overview of Mayan culture, from ancient times to the present day.
Mesoamerica refers to a geographical and cultural area. Here's a definition of the term, and the basic characteristics and timeline of Mesoamerican civilizations.
You'll find lots of them in the Yucatan Peninsula and for the Maya they held ritual importance, but - what is a cenote?
These tips will help you prepare for visiting an archaeological site.
Book review of Michael D.Coe's Breaking the Maya Code about how Mayan writing was deciphered.
A study guide for the Aztecs, brought to you by About's guide to Archaeology.
Tenochtitlan was the capital of the Aztecs, located where Mexico City is now.
The Ancient Maya were renowned as astronomers and mathematicians.
Information about the cultural zones of Mexico and the archaeological sites in each.
Maps and information about ancient Mesoamerican cultures.
