Tag: INAH
El Conde: A Palace Fit for Kings in the Mexica Heartland
The Temple of el Conde is believed to have reached the zenith of its splendor in the 14th Century under the reign of the Tlatoani Tezozóoc
Challenge Yourself to Ascend the Aztec Temple of Drunkenness and Fertility
The Xochimilca people occupied El Tepozteco before being conquered by the Aztec Triple Alliance in 1438 CE.
New Uxmal Temples Will Open to the Public by the End...
It is more likely than not that these new sections will be open to the public by the end of the year, though no official date has been announced.
Hustle and Bustle Among Ancient Temples in Acanceh
There is no getting away from it, Acanceh is a bit of an odd place — but in a good way.
Archaeologists discover Maya tomb on the grounds of hotel near Palenque
A team of archaeologists has announced the discovery of the tomb of a member of Palenque’s elite on the grounds of a hotel.
Chichén Viejo was supposed to be open to the public by...
The newly restored section of Chichén Itzá runs along roughly a half mile through a recently created path. And apparently, it’s still off-limits.
Temporary exhibit brings the wonders of Palenque to Mérida
Keep in mind is that the Palenque exhibit is entirely in Spanish, so the use of a smartphone translation tool, or hiring a guide may be a good idea.
The magic of Campeche’s Ruta de Los Chenes
Inspired by the idea of La Ruta Puuc, we present our very own archaeological circuit in the state of Campeche. We call it La Ruta de Los Chenes.
Dzilam, a once-mighty stronghold, is nearly beyond recognition today
Just before the conquest, the archaeological remains in the community of Dzilam González belonged to a large kingdom with its capital in Izamal.
Museum and artisan shops to breathe new life into Mérida’s Ateneo
After years of boarded-up doors and neglect, Mérida’s Ateneo is set to get the TLC it deserves.
New lootings of Maya archaeology, with suspects in high places
The whereabouts of the looted stones are yet to be established, but INAH said it will not stop until they have been found.
Exploring the ‘hidden’ Maya archaeology of eastern Mérida
Few cities in Mexico can compete with Mérida for the sheer amount of archaeological remains.
Many of the grand pyramids and temples that once stood...
New Palacio Cantón exhibit features extraordinary Maya artifacts
Maya religion and cosmology have been the subject of hundreds of investigations over the past century, but there is still much that remains a mystery.
Even after 3,500 years, San José del Mogote never ceases to...
A contemporary of several of the Olmecs’ most ancient settlements is the Zapotec ceremonial center of San José del Mogote. Founded around 1500 BCE,...
Chichén Itzá is closed. So why are tourists climbing Kukulkán?
INAH employees are accused of profiting from Chichén Itzá’s shutdown by allowing their own visitors to roam the ancient pyramid and observatory.
Zaachila: The final resting place for kings of old and the...
If you arrive at Zaachila knowing nothing about the site and take a quick look around, you may ask what exactly is so special...
Mayan ruins among the stunning renaissance architecture of Hacienda Yaxcopoil
The history of Hacienda Yaxcopoil stretches back to the 17th century. but Yaxcopoil’s history stretches much farther back than that — to the time of the ancient Maya.
All about Lambityeco, its mighty royals, rain god, and amazing art
The Zapotec city of Lambityeco dates to the late classical period and is known for its extraordinary artworks including stucco masks and tombs.
INAH claims new WaPo reporting on the Mayan Train is full...
The federal agency in charge of protecting Mexico’s cultural heritage strongly denied reports that it was allowing the Mayan Train project to destroy underground archaeological sites.
With new technology, archaeologists uncover the shocking size of Calakmul
recent surveys by archaeologists have uncovered that Calakmul is in fact even larger than previously thought.
Monte Alban, lofty stronghold of the mighty Zapotec
Established by the Zapotec civilization in the 5th century B.C.E. Monte Alban flourished for 1,500 years until its eventual collapse.
Rule-breaker who climbed Chichén Itzá pyramid fined US$250
The woman berated by fellow tourists and detained by authorities for illegally climbing Chichén Itzá’s Kukulkán pyramid is reported to have paid a fine...
Tourists boo rule-breaker who climbed Chichén Itzá’s famous Kukulkán pyramid
When a woman illegally climbed Chichén Itzá’s famous Kukulkán pyramid over the weekend, other tourists showed their displeasure.
The tourist had been yelling obscenities near...
Poxilá is the most impressive Mayan ruin that you’re not allowed...
As anyone who follows this column knows, the breadth and depth of Maya ruins in Yucatán state alone is simply too much for any...
