Child sacrifice was thought to be rare in their culture. This chilling discovery suggests foreign invaders played a role.

Tikal, one of the most powerful Maya city-states, became a rival in this network. Previous discoveries — such as the famous ...

The altar reveals the presence of powerful rulers from Teotihuacan who were there at a time when a coup ousted Tikal’s Maya ...

SCHERER: It is the kind of altar that at Teotihuacan is found in residential complexes, and so probably the area that it was found is serving a similar sort of function. And it would've been used for ...

For an under-the-radar destination in Guatemala, head to this coastal town full of colorful homes, great food, beautiful ...

Hunting down family-friendly locations can be challenging, especially when you’re planning to leave the country. You hav ...

By Alyson Krueger On March 21, Keri Ann Meslar and Trevor Thomas Galko stood in the back of the Convento Santa Clara, the sprawling ruins of the Santa Clara Church in Antigua, Guatemala ...

Visiting ancient Maya settlements is a highlight of any trip to Guatemala; the country is located at the geographical heart of the ancient Maya world, and it’s home to more Maya ruins than any ...

You could be trekking through rainforests, snorkelling with stingrays, climbing volcanoes, gawping at Mayan ruins or hanging out in laid-back towns or coastal resorts. Tour company G Adventures ...

For those with an appetite for discovery, the Caribbean and the seven countries of Central America (Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala ... explore Mayan ruins and swim in pristine waters.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended an evening reception at the Mayan ruins at Cahal Pech to celebrate Belizean culture Erin Hill is the Senior Editor, Royals at PEOPLE. She has reported on ...